America’s Bowler

June 18th, 2015

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Yes, “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, is a helluva athlete. In case you were not aware, he was a top closer in college baseball last spring and possessed a 95 mph fastball. Impressive.

Apparently, Jameis can bowl, too. [read more]

Alterraun Verner Talks Jameis Mistakes

June 18th, 2015

alterraun verner 1001In case you missed Joe’s comprehensive notes from yesterday’s final spring practice at One Buc Palace, Jameis Winston started play against defense by tossing a ball that was nearly picked off by Alterraun Verner.

The next snap was snatched from the air by Lavonte David. [read more]

Strike!

June 18th, 2015
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GMC channels his inner Bo Burton.

Joe tries to be a punctual guy. Hates being late (for anything). And believe it or not, Joe plans things out.

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Rookies Need Time

June 18th, 2015
Bucs WR Mike Evans discussed the rookie learning curve he experienced last year.

Mike Evans discussed the rookie learning curve he experienced

Yes, all right-minded Bucs fans have their eyes on “America’s Quarterback,” signal-caller Jameis Winston. For the fortunes of the Bucs in the next few years will be strongly tied to how well Jameis develops and performs. [read more]

Will Jameis Winston Match Mariota’s Plan?

June 18th, 2015

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Last year, Joe broke the story that Josh McCown was holding secret practices in Tampa before training camp — with 100 percent attendance by the offense. [read more]

“Everybody’s Dead”

June 18th, 2015
Gerald McCoy absorbed a tongue lashing yesterday

Gerald McCoy absorbed a tongue lashing yesterday

A former Buccaneer went on a passionate tirade yesterday declaring that Gerald McCoy’s brand of leadership is a waste of time because he’s been the face of disgraceful Tampa Bay losing. [read more]

“Logic” Says It Is Mike Glennon

June 18th, 2015
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A Bradenton Herald columnist sides with the Mike Glennon Mob.

Joe was right there. He heard it with his own ears. Lovie Smith said the quarterback conundrum isn’t about Jameis but about the “backup quarterback.”

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Big Changes Coming To Training Camp?

June 18th, 2015

cheerleadersweatyThe Bucs have yet to announce training camp details. Look for that next week, and it might come with big changes.

Joe is interested in how the team might handle large, Jameis-Winston-fueled crowds at One Buc Palace, and in something Lovie Smith said yesterday. [read more]

The Difference A Coach Makes

June 18th, 2015
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Logan Mankins said the addition of OC Dirk Koetter has made a world of difference.

It’s not too difficult to describe what a complete and utter trainwreck the offense of the Bucs was last year.

Just dreadful. Like a fish, it rotted from the head down. [read more]

Joe Talks Jameis Games, Jameis Struggles, Vodka, Linebackers, Glennon Nonsense & More

June 17th, 2015

joemugshotJoe let it rip this evening during the lively “JoeBucsFan Hour” with the dean of Tampa Bay sports radio, Steve Duemig of WDAE-AM 620. [read more]

“Trying To Get Him To Open Up”

June 17th, 2015
The pride of Hobart College, Ali Marpet.

The pride of Hobart College, Ali Marpet, hugs Jameis Winston.

The men targeted to become saviors of the Buccaneers’ offensive line, rookie second-round picks Ali Marpet and Donovan Smith, are roommates at the Bucs’ team hotel.

Joe talked to Smith about that relationship this afternoon. [read more]

Day 2: Minicamp Notes & Observations

June 17th, 2015

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Joe sweated his footballs off today at One Buc Palace, Day 2 of mandatory minicamp. Joe’s got your need-to-know below. [read more]

Road Hazards For Motorcycles

June 17th, 2015

There’s all kinds of road hazards for motorcyclists, and some might surprise you.

Joe learned a lot in this Dolman Law Group blog about the many dangers on highways and local roads.

It’s not just about wet weather. Definitely click through and learn.

 

Jason Licht No. 89

June 17th, 2015
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Bucs GM among NFL’s top movers and shakers.

We are two days from the dead period of the NFL (though this here site will be the polar opposite of dead — many posts daily, as usual). But the NFL is a 24/7 news-making machine.

It’s a big part of why the NFL is the 500-pound gorilla of sports in the western world. As Joe likes to say, “We live in a football world.” [read more]

Lovie Smith Declares, “We Are Going To Be A Good Football Team”

June 17th, 2015

Lovie SmithIt took Joe a while to wrap his head around the big news of the day yesterday. [read more]

A Change In Spring Jelling

June 17th, 2015

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It’s not just Bucs offensive linemen tooting their own horns when it comes to chatter about their new level of bonding and jelling. [read more]

“He Knows How To Talk Already”

June 17th, 2015

Jameis rookieSince the Bucs are no longer trotting out the likes of Josh McCown and trying to sell innocent Bucs fans on the notion that a never-has-been can become a playoff quarterback, NFL Network is paying attention to Tampa Bay again. [read more]

Joe’s Tech Hiccup Is Over

June 17th, 2015

joe_mug_shotYes, Joe was offline this morning for about 45 minutes. Joe’s team of IT gremlins have repaired the issue.

Joe thanks you for your patronage.

Stop The “Farce”

June 17th, 2015
Is Lovie just teasing "America's Quarterback," Jameis WInston. and Bucs fans in general? Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.

Is Lovie just teasing “America’s Quarterback,” Jameis Winston, and Bucs fans in general? Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.

This notion that, barring injury, the quarterback of the past and the quarterback of the future just might be the quarterback of the present is an ugly tease to Bucs fans.

And not in a good way. [read more]