Doom Prediction For Jameis Winston’s First Eight
July 29th, 2015
A former Buccaneer has a warning for Bucs fans
Some ferocious football negativity was hurled at Jameis Winston this week.
Joe just doesn’t get it. [read more]
“There’s No Pressure”
July 29th, 2015
Bucs rookie left tackle Donovan Smith
The No. 34 overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft is one confident dude. Sometimes, he reminds Joe of the No. 1 overall pick, America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston. [read more]
Jason Licht Laughs At QB Competition Question
July 29th, 2015
Yesterday might have been the second worst day of 2015 for the Mike Glennon Mob. [read more]
Bowers Is Specifically A Defensive Tackle, Licht Says
July 29th, 2015
The GM says Bowers has been “humbled.”
Joe recognizes that many fans remain in stunned disbelief because Tampa Bay re-signed Da’Quan Bowers this week. [read more]
“We Haven’t Had To Have Any Interventions”
July 29th, 2015
The Bucs’ 2015 rookie class hasn’t put pads on yet, but there are positive signs across the board.
It’s noteworthy that none has raised a red flag since joining the team, general manager Jason Licht said last night. [read more]
“Father Of The Locker Room” Has “Six-Pack Abs”
July 28th, 2015
Logan Mankins (r) reported in A-list shape in April. Evan (Dietrich) Smith (l) was quite a bit softer.
Not only are the Bucs confident in Logan Mankins reviving his borderline Hall of Fame career, one that derailed last year with the absence of a barbecue venue, a key Bucs official has called him the “father of the locker room.” [read more]
Licht: Jameis Winston Will Have “More Than Normal” Reps In Preseason
July 28th, 2015
In August, Bucs fans will see plenty of Jameis Winston, America’s Quarterback. [read more]
Jason Licht Says Dirk Koetter Likes To Get Ball Out Quickly
July 28th, 2015
Speaking at a “Town Hall” event hosted by Steve Duemig tonight on WDAE-AM 620, Bucs general manager Jason Licht gave a peek into the Buccaneers offense. [read more]
Jameis Winston Held Covert Practice Session With Austin Seferian-Jenkins, Russell Shepard
July 28th, 2015
America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, didn’t just work out during his vacation with Mike Evans and Louis Murphy in Tallahassee.
Joe fished for more details today, and Jameis made Bucs fans proud. [read more]
Lovie Talks “Super Bowl” To Rookies; Jameis Says He Has “Butterflies”
July 28th, 2015
Yes, Joe is in Tampa watching Buccaneers rookies bowling with Tampa firefighters.
And the rookies are talking. [read more]
Dolphins Re-Sign Josh Freeman; Haters Stunned
July 28th, 2015
Man, bizarre happenings seem to follow former Bucs franchise quarterback Josh Freeman. [read more]
Time To Bend The Tampa-2?
July 28th, 2015
Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.
Depending who you ask in the NFL, the Tampa-2 defense is either outdated or is evolving. There really seems to be no consensus. [read more]
It’s All About Jameis
July 28th, 2015
All eyes on “America’s Quarterback.”
When Joe is at One Buc Palace watching the first training camp practice Saturday and smelling the sweat of the cheerleaders, there will be a massive crowd there. [read more]
Kirwan: Bucs Should Sign Ray Rice
July 28th, 2015
A respected national NFL radio voice lobbies the Bucs to sign Ray Rice.
Joe knows Bucs fans are chewing nails in anticipation of the new season.
It isn’t so much that fans think the team can make a Super Bowl run, but the new season will purge from memories the shatfest that was 2-14. [read more]
Joe Talks Quiet Starts, Defensive Reality, Coaching Responsibility, Impact Non-Jameis Rookie & More
July 27th, 2015
Joe was back in the steel cage this afternoon with the dean of Tampa Bay sports radio, Steve Duemig of WDAE-AM 620. [read more]
Bowers Clues Were Right; He’s Back
July 27th, 2015
He’s back!
A few weeks ago, Joe got the whiff of a scent that the Bucs were going to bring back defensive lineman Da’Quan Bowers, but neither the Bucs nor Bowers’ agent would confirm or deny Joe’s information. [read more]
Football Trust Is No. 1 Issue For Jameis Winston
July 27th, 2015
A former league MVP and star quarterback likes what he’s seen, heard — and not heard — from Jameis Winston, America’s Quarterback, this spring and summer. [read more]
Which Doug Martin Shows Up?
July 27th, 2015
Which Doug Martin shows up Saturday, the stud rookie or the ineffective veteran?
Yes, today the Bucs rookies checked in to One Buc Palace and their fancy hotel. Sorry, Joe can’t get excited about guys making no less than six-figures (if they make the final-53) checking into a posh hotel. [read more]
The Countdown: 20 Worst Buccaneers Personnel Moves Of The Past 10 Years — No. 3
July 27th, 2015
It’s the countdown feature you’ve all been waiting for. Not really, but on the heels of last year’s award-winning “20 Worst Buccaneers Of The Past 10 years” feature, Joe had to deliver.
A list like this is highly subjective and toxic. Fits of rage were common during production meetings at JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters. Scared interns soiled their pants. Full beer bottles were smashed, and a treasured Rachel Watson poster was accidently destroyed. But order was restored.
Current and former general managers and head coaches might not like what’s coming, but it had to be done. This is what happens when your team is 30-70 in its last 100 games. [read more]
