September 9th, 2015

Jameis talks about being a stud thoroughbred — with another stud thoroughbred.
Joe’s never seen a rookie with so much poise and confidence at a pre-opening-day news conference. Jameis Winston, America’s Quarterback, didn’t surprise Joe this afternoon with his comfort before a press corps, but it’s still stunning.
Among other things, Jameis perfectly explained his relationship with Marcus Mariota. [read more]
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September 9th, 2015

Bucs LT Donovan Smith plans to practice today.
Exhale, Bucs fans. [read more]
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September 9th, 2015

A changed Jameis?
Joe’s always interested in the national perception of the Buccaneers, and Joe’s heard a common theme this week. [read more]
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September 9th, 2015

Former Bucs QB and current BSPN talking head Trent Dilfer explains his recent conversation with America’s Quarterback.
Sunday will be an interesting day for Joe and the Tampa Bay sports scene. It is the official debut of America’s Quarterback, Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston. A new, much-needed era.
However, on the other sideline for the Titans is wily veteran defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau and his Super Bowl rings (won with the Steelers), and his crazy zone blitzes. [read more]
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September 9th, 2015

New Bucs right tackle Gosder Cherilus
The guy starting the last few Bucs preseason games at right tackle, Reid Fragel, is now on the Tampa Bay practice squad.
So the whole NFL had a shot at Fragel and passed? [read more]
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September 9th, 2015

A former Bucs QB dishes on America’s Quarterback.
Yes, Joe is sure by now most Bucs fans have heard that America’s Quarterback, Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, is some kind of football savant. A true football brainiac.
A former Bucs quarterback agrees and believes Jameis may be just too smart. [read more]
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September 9th, 2015

Bucs WR Vincent Jackson points a direct finger at what ailed the Bucs last season.
Yesterday, Vincent Jackson paid a visit to the airwaves of “The Blitz,” co-hosted by Rich Gannon and Bruce Murray, heard exclusively on SiriusXM NFL Radio.
Jackson is one of those players that when he does talk, speaks eloquently but doesn’t say a whole lot (though he isn’t as talented in this trait as Josh McClown. That dude could talk for 30 minutes and when he finished, you’d say to yourself, ‘What the hell did he actually say?’). [read more]
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September 8th, 2015

Peter King of theMMQB.com breaks down the Mariota vs. Jameis showdown.
For Bucs fans, it is the season opener. The opponent is the Titans (Joe really wants to use the shortened version of “Titans” which is similar to what “Jags” is for “Jaguars.” Alas, Joe runs a PG-rated site). [read more]
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September 8th, 2015

New Bucs kicker Kyle Brindza (left). Photo courtesy of Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The Bucs have a special new kicker. [read more]
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September 8th, 2015

Perhaps Herm Edwards has inside information?
When Joe last talked to Herm Edwards, the BSPN personality and former Bucs coach had just dined the night before with his good friend Lovie Smith. [read more]
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September 8th, 2015

The newest Bucs quarterback is evidence Saints head coach Sean Payton had a traumatic brain injury, says a former Buccaneer. [read more]
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September 8th, 2015

George Johnson talks about his new role at right defensive end
George Johnson is not the next Simeon Rice, but he is the guy with the best shot to be the Bucs’ next 10-sacks-in-a-season edge rusher.
Sunday, Johnson will start versus the Titans, and it’s a very special day for him. [read more]
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September 8th, 2015

It is unfair to single out Gerald McCoy for the Bucs’ losing ways.
So last week, simmering disdain was rekindled between Gerald McCoy and the noted longtime McCoy critic, sports radio personality and former Bucs guard Ian Beckles, of WDAE-AM 620. [read more]
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September 8th, 2015
Joe’s already called opening day against the Tennessee Titans on Sept. 13 in Tampa a “must-win.”
It’s not a must-win for the standings. Duh. But it is necessary for the psyche of a fan base that hasn’t seen a home victory since 2013, and compares Jameis Winston to Marcus Mariota. [read more]
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September 8th, 2015

Can’t play? No pay.
Joe actually got negative feedback on Twitter from Bucs fans who were irked that two members of the 2015 draft class, fullback Joey Iosefa and kick returner Kaelin Clay, did not make the final-53 man roster. [read more]
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September 8th, 2015

Lovie says his defense will lay it all on the field facing Titans QB Marcus Mariota.
Better be ready, rook. Lovie Smith is throwing the proverbial kitchen sink at you.
Yes, you, Marcus Mariota, spread offense quarterback trying to play in the NFL. [read more]
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September 8th, 2015

Lovie states he is still searching for his kind of players at some positions.
Let be there no mistake. Lovie Smith has planted his flag in front of One Buc Palace. Depending on how the season goes, that may not have been a wise move.
Yesterday, Lovie declared the 2015 version of the Bucs “ours.” [read more]
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September 7th, 2015

The Bucs’ brand new quarterback was just too tempting to pass up
Lovie Smith talked about the Buccaneers’ shiny new quarterback signing today. [read more]
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September 7th, 2015
A lot of hopes rest on the Bucs’ hulking rookie right guard from Division III Hobart College.
Ali Marpet had many struggles and lots of success in preseason and training camp. But the rookie didn’t get to showcase his full game. [read more]
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