Alterraun Verner Says Lovie “Is Upping The Ante”
August 26th, 2015
There’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.
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
The 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 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 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 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
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
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
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
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
When 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.
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
In 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
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.
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]
All About Jameis
August 25th, 2015
Last night’s Bucs game meant nothing.
The game didn’t count. It was phony football behind a real-football façade.
But what was real is the exploding impact of Jameis Winston. [read more]
The Henry Melton X-File Grows
August 25th, 2015
Remember when Lovie Smith directly instructed Joe not to read much into Henry Melton practicing at defensive end because, per Lovie, Melton only practiced there because somebody probably needed “a blow?”
Yeah, well, Joe never bought that. And Melton started at left defensive end last night. [read more]
Lansanah Says Coaches Lit Fuse
August 25th, 2015
Danny Lansanah (51) tackles Bengals running back Jeremy Hill last night. Lansanah admitted tongue-lashings from coaches inspired the Bucs. Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.
Man, it was like Joe was watching two different teams. Ten days ago, in their first at-bat of the 2015 preseason, the Bucs didn’t look better than they were last year.
Last night? Geez. Where has this team been? [read more]
