Bucs Bring Back Barth

August 26th, 2015
Bucs general manager Jason Licht has been very busy this summer

Bucs general manager Jason Licht has been very busy this summer

This afternoon, Lovie Smith said he was unhappy with his kicking game on Monday night. [read more]

Mankins Approved

August 26th, 2015
Logan Mankins has a history with the Bucs' rising center

Logan Mankins has a history with the Bucs’ rising center

Joe would have no issue if the Bucs replaced starting center Evan Smith with rising former fourth-stringer Jeremiah Warren. [read more]

Donovan Smith Seems Ready

August 26th, 2015
Bucs rookie LT Donovan Smith getting comfortable in the NFL.

Bucs rookie LT Donovan Smith is getting comfortable.

There are a lot of things Bucs rookie left tackle Donovan Smith must learn on the NFL level.

And it isn’t just dealing with opponents. [read more]

Crutches And A Boot For Leonard Johnson

August 26th, 2015

leonard johnson 0624Tough times for the pride of Largo High, Bucs’ fourth-year cornerback Leonard Johnson. [read more]

Alterraun Verner Says Lovie “Is Upping The Ante”

August 26th, 2015

LovieCampThere’s a new Lovie Smith patrolling the Bucs sidelines, says Alterraun Verner. [read more]

Jameis Is “Developing”

August 26th, 2015
Bucs OC Dirk Koetter heaped praise on America's Quarterback.

Bucs OC Dirk Koetter heaped praise on America’s Quarterback.

Joe thought it was curious after Monday night’s win against the Bungles when America’s Quarterback, Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, deflected praise for his game, suggesting Cincinnati plays a defense very similar to Minnesota, and because he was getting the same reads defensively, it made his job that much easier.

So today, when Bucs offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter had his weekly press conference, Joe asked whether playing a similar defense was the reason for Jameis’ success, or is Jameis just developing that quickly? [read more]

“It’s Like Your Wife’s Spending”

August 26th, 2015

Koetter 2The Buccaneers and Dirk Koetter continue to hammer Jameis Winston, America’s Quarterback, with new plays and concepts. [read more]

“I Love The Action”

August 26th, 2015
Jameis explains that he likes getting hit -- right now.

Jameis explains that he likes getting hit — right now.

Jameis Winston, America’s Quarterback, wants to get hit.

He likes it, Jameis said today at One Buc Palace. [read more]

Tide Turning For Jameis?

August 26th, 2015
Popular sports radio and television personality Adam Schein has some thoughts about America's Quarterback.

Popular sports radio and television personality Adam Schein has thoughts about America’s Quarterback.

One reason Bucs quarterback Jameis Winston is America’s Quarterback is because no no signal-caller in the NFL sparks immediate emotions, positive or negative, like Jameis. It truly is something.

Long-time Jameis critic and popular sports television and radio personality Adam Schein is one of those with a fierce opinion. [read more]

“That’s A Good Way To Get Cut”

August 26th, 2015
Bucs tight end Tim Wright

Bucs tight end Tim Wright has become a target

After two NFL seasons, 25-year-old tight end Tim Wright has 80 catches, 11 touchdowns and a Super Bowl ring.

That’s extraordinary for an undrafted converted wide receiver. [read more]

“He Always Finds A Different Way”

August 26th, 2015

Gerald McCoy talks about his Muhammad Ali influence

Gerald McCoy told media he studies a few greats in sports outside of football.

One guy referenced was Muhammad Ali. So Joe grabbed McCoy to dig a little deeper. [read more]

The Blossoming Of Jameis

August 26th, 2015

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Joe understands the confusion from Bucs fans who have, for generations now, been subjected to quarterback standards from the likes of Jack Thompson, Trent Dilfer, Son of Bob and Josh McClown. [read more]

Window Into The Future

August 26th, 2015
Bucs starting RG Ali Marpet talks about the play of the offensive line.

Starting right guard Ali Marpet talks about the play of the offensive line.

Yes, Doug Martin looked like the Muscle Hamster of old. Hell, even better Monday night, America’s Quarterback, Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, looked every bit the No. 1 overall pick he is. [read more]

“The Best Thing About Our Defensive Line”

August 26th, 2015

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So what’s special about this Buccaneers defensive line?

Defensive tackle Clinton McDonald volunteered his take to Joe yesterday. [read more]

Joe Talks Mountain Dew, Jameis Euphoria, Warren Mob, Locker Room Talk, Change & Hope

August 25th, 2015
Steve Duemig

Steve Duemig

Joe was back in the steel cage with The Big Dog, Steve Duemig, on WDAE-AM 620 this evening.

The “JoeBucsFan Hour” is like nothing on local radio. [read more]

Lovie: Evans Out For Preseason With Bad Hammy

August 25th, 2015

MikeEvans2When Mike Evans first came to the Buccaneers, he tweaked a hamstring in spring practices.

Last season, he blew a groin in Pittsburgh but only missed a game and a half. [read more]

Glimpse Of The Future

August 25th, 2015
Bucs G Ali Marpet and the rest of the offensive line sure surprised Joe last night.

Bucs G Ali Marpet and the rest of the offensive line sure surprised Joe last night.

Watching America’s Quarterback, Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, march the Bucs downfield last night, mixing in strong runs by Doug Martin and timely, accurate passes, Joe got weak in the knees.

Could the Bucs, the ground-and-pound Bucs, the defensive-minded Bucs, a team so putrid at times on offense you often went to the crapper when the Bucs had the ball, actually provide offensive excitement for a change? [read more]

About Those Penalties

August 25th, 2015

lovie 1110bIn the Bucs’ locker room last night, Gerald McCoy had a little playful fun with rookie guard Ali Marpet. Various players were talking about penalties, and Marpet was smiling.

McCoy shot a look at him and said, “What did you get?” [read more]

Bubble Takes Shape

August 25th, 2015
Bucs rookie WR Kenny Bell has no catches this preseason

Bucs rookie WR Kenny Bell has no catches this preseason

Who’s going to make the final roster? Who’s on the bubble? Who’s getting noticed?

With two preseason games in the books, the bubble is taking shape. [read more]

Practice What Lovie Preaches

August 25th, 2015
Alterraun Verner looks for a running lane after his pick of puking Andy Dalton. Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.

Alterraun Verner looks for a running lane after his pick of puking Andy Dalton. Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.

Yes, Joe is still tingly all over this morning after watching America’s Quarterback, Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, prove to the whole country on national television in prime time why he was the No. 1 overall pick in the draft.

When the lights flip on, Jameis shines. [read more]