Kelly: Sideshow Bob To Start

October 18th, 2016
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Praying for a miracle?

If you believe 49ers chieftain Chip Kelly, he already has announced his starting quarterback against the Bucs. [read more]

49ers Shouldn’t Fool Bucs

October 18th, 2016

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It may be a case of gamesmanship. If so, it should be a failed case of gamesmanship. [read more]

Odd Numbers For Lavonte David

October 18th, 2016
Not yet in groove.

Not yet in groove.

In the past two weeks, the Bucs defense has notably improved. Yet it has done so with one of its studs, Lavonte David, playing a bit role. [read more]

“Here He Is Playing Better Than Everybody”

October 17th, 2016
Stunning revelation by Coach Koetter this evening.

Stunning revelation by Coach Koetter this evening.

Quite a revelation by Dirk Koetter tonight.

It might make some Bucs fans Sweezy woozy. [read more]

Brand X

October 17th, 2016

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

It’s a question of stolen identity, and the Buccaneers have 11 weeks remaining to solve the case. [read more]

Video: Why Clinton McDonald Smells A Run

October 17th, 2016

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Joe loves shooting video of defensive tackle Clinton McDonald, who definitely has the best set of pipes on the Buccaneers. [read more]

New Message In The Bucs’ Locker Room

October 17th, 2016
Jacquizz Rodgers is the centerpiece of Dirk Koetter's new focus.

Jacquizz Rodgers is the centerpiece of Dirk Koetter’s new focus.

Dirk Koetter is a fan of messages and imagery. [read more]

Koetter: “What Are These Guys Doing?

October 17th, 2016

dirk koetter 0716If Joe were running the new $25,000 Pyramid, this would qualify under “Things Lovie Smith Wouldn’t Say.” [read more]

Koetter Reaches Back (Again), Signs RB

October 17th, 2016
Familiar face signed.

Familiar face signed.

Curious signing by the Bucs this morning. [read more]

Louis Murphy Returns

October 17th, 2016

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Eleven months after ACL surgery, Louis Murphy was back on the practice field this morning. [read more]

No McCoy, Martin Or Ayers Seen At Practice

October 17th, 2016

McCoyright2Rough morning for the optimists. [read more]

Drop No. 8 Awarded

October 17th, 2016
Moves into a tie for second place

Moves into a tie for second place

The NFL does NOT provide official stats on drops. Unreliable stat-geek outfits do, but Joe doesn’t trust their data.

So Joe entered 2016 determined to study Bucs film and chronicle every drop and possible drop in order to avoid confusion. [read more]

Far Too Long

October 17th, 2016
Can the Bucs pass defense dial back to the e glory days?

Can the Bucs pass defense dial back to the glory days?

The pass defense of the Bucs has been terribly woeful the past couple of years.

In fact, a common NFL stat hasn’t been accomplished since the administration of former Bucs commander Greg Schiano. [read more]

Vegas Favors Bucs At San Francisco

October 17th, 2016
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GM of a 3-3 team?

Even the Las Vegas wiseguys think the Bucs will up their record to 3-3 before returning to the Stadium on Dale Mabry Highway for a three-game homestand. [read more]

PODCAST: Great Bye-Week News

October 17th, 2016

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Joe hopes you enjoy the Monday, Wednesday and Saturday fun from “The Commish,” Justin Pawlowski. (@CommishOnline) The former voice on the Buccaneers Radio Network, WDAE-AM 620, Scout.com and 98.7 FM now has a new home to share his unbridled and intelligent brand of Bucs analysis. Download Justin’s podcast on iTunes right here.

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Playoff Percentage

October 17th, 2016

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No, the Bucs offense didn’t look anything close to that of a playoff team in last week’s ugly win over the Stinking Panthers.

But hey, the Steelers looked gruesome against the lowly Dolphins yesterday and no one believes the Steelers are a walking bag of garbage all of a sudden. [read more]

Struggling Jameis

October 17th, 2016
Ugly numbers.

Ugly numbers.

Yes, Joe understands Bucs coach Dirk Koetter went on the offensive recently defending America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston. [read more]