September 9th, 2015

A former NFL star wags a finger at the Bucs’ decision makers for jilting Jameis Winston.
Former NFL safety Rodney Harrison, owner of two Super Bowl rings, was known for being a big hitter and filled with nasty on the field.
Harrison lowered his head and laid another hit on the Bucs tonight, via NBC Sports Network. [read more]
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September 9th, 2015
It was time again this evening for Joe to dive into the steel cage with Steve Duemig, the dean of Tampa Bay sports radio on WDAE-AM 620.
It was a lively affair. Even Hall of Famer Derrick Brooks told Duemig he was looking forward to it. [read more]
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September 9th, 2015

Clinton McDonald was named one of five Buccaneers captains.
The votes are in — with a little bit of a twist. [read more]
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September 9th, 2015

“Hey, Mankins, let’s see the New England version of you.”
The Buccaneers have a reputation around the NFL: They can’t pass block.
No team had more sacks allowed through the allegedly meaningful 2015 preseason games. [read more]
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September 9th, 2015

Ken Whisenhunt singles out three on the Bucs defense
Joe just hopped off a teleconference with Titans head coach Ken Whisenhunt.
The longtime NFL offensive mind named three names on the Bucs defense that impressed him. [read more]
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September 9th, 2015
America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, wants to help his offensive line.
[read more]
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September 9th, 2015

Per the eyeballs of the Custodian Of Canton, eye-RAH! Kaufman of The Tampa Tribune, superstar wide receiver Mike Evans was not dressed for practice this afternoon during the 30-minute window open to media at One Buc Palace. [read more]
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September 9th, 2015
Predictions are flowing in fast for the 2015 season, and the hot calls in the NFC South are emerging. [read more]
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September 9th, 2015
Last year at this time, Lavonte David was working on playing lower and starting his pre-snap routine in a deeper crouch.
This year, David has a new focus. [read more]
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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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