Ken Whisenhunt And Jameis

November 5th, 2015
What, if any role, might Jameis have had in the Titans unloading Ken Whisenhunt?

What role, if any, did Jameis have in the Titans unloading Ken Whisenhunt?

So the second NFL coach this season was struck down Tuesday when the Titans jettisoned Ken Whisenhunt. And there may be a Bucs connection. [read more]

“Still Got A Long Ways To Go”

November 4th, 2015
LavonteDavid

Lavonte David weighs in

Is the Buccaneers’ defense on the cusp of breaking through?

That’s what Leslie Frazier and Lovie Smith were selling fans this offseason. [read more]

Joe Talks Jameis Mania, Coach Killer, Football Astrology, The Real Leaders, ASJ Math & More

November 4th, 2015
Steve Duemig

Steve Duemig

It was that time again, time for the famous JoeBucsFan.com Hour with Joe and the dean of Tampa Bay sports radio, Steve Duemig of WDAE-AM 620. [read more]

Initial Call On Vincent Jackson Was Out Six Weeks

November 4th, 2015

VincentJacksonThe Bucs have been very quiet on the extent of Vincent Jackson’s knee injury since he got hurt 10 days ago in Washington.

Joe tapped his sources, did some digging and got some answers. [read more]

“This Is Jameis”

November 4th, 2015
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Gushing over Jameis.

The flags were waving and the patriotic songs were sung at full throat as Bucs offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter had a lovefest talking about America’s Quarterback, Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston this afternoon. [read more]

“I Wasn’t Really Worried About That”

November 4th, 2015

Glennonwide

Yesterday’s NFL trade deadline also could be known as Mike Glennon Day.

So Joe asked Glennon today about it. [read more]

“Ready To Go Out There And Play A Full Game”

November 4th, 2015
Clueless on his status

Clueless on his status

Former Bucs starting right tackle Demar Dotson hasn’t been told whether he’ll be activated for Sunday’s game.

Today, Dotson said his morning walk-through was with the scout team — again. [read more]

Kwon Honored By NFL

November 4th, 2015
Gets NFC honors for the Atlanta game.

Gets NFC honors for the Atlanta game.

It was both a harrowing weekend but a productive weekend for middle linebacker Kwon Alexander.

And it shows that Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht has a good idea of what he is doing in the draft. [read more]

“We Don’t Take Crap From Anybody”

November 4th, 2015
mankinspractice

There’s a new attitude without Evan Smith and Demar Dotson

Two Buccaneers offensive linemen dissect the growth and gelling of the team’s most surprising unit. [read more]

Kwon Making An Impact

November 4th, 2015
Putting his stamp on defense.

Putting his stamp on defense.

Just ask opponents. Kwon Alexander makes an impact. Joe noticed that in preseason games. [read more]

QBs Complete 71.1 Percent Against Buccaneers

November 4th, 2015
koetter drinking

The Final Four

Let’s pick the most mind-numbing Buccaneers statistic.

Four quality options are available. [read more]

“I Really Almost Peed My Pants”

November 4th, 2015
Center Joe Hawley

Center Joe Hawley speaks

It’s always fun to hear a Bucs offensive lineman admit to raw fear and restless sleep. [read more]

Jameis And Lovie

November 4th, 2015
lovie and jameis

“I’ve got ya’ coach.”

Joe is long on record believing if Tampa Bay wins six games this year, then barring something unforeseen behind the scenes, Bucs coach Lovie Smith will be back next season. [read more]

Out But Not Gone

November 4th, 2015
Vows to stay close.

Vows to stay close.

Joe has the feeling the loss of Clinton McDonald with a pectoral injury for the year is a big, big blow. [read more]

No Deals

November 3rd, 2015

LichtmugJoe can safely assume no NFL team was willing to trade a ham sandwich for Tim Jennings today at the NFL trading deadline.

No club was willing to deal a solid backup cornerback for Evan Smith. [read more]

Lovie Haters Pining For Meltdown?

November 3rd, 2015
Lovie haters upset with wins?

Lovie haters upset with wins?

Bucs fans are upset the way the team is playing defensively. That is totally understandable.

Yes, the Bucs won Sunday. It was ugly, but it was a win, despite the defense redefining the word “sieve.” [read more]

Bucs Place McDonald On IR

November 3rd, 2015
Done for the year.

Done for the year.

Clinton McDonald’s season is done. [read more]

“Every Time He Was On The Sideline Crying, I Tried To Wipe His Face With A Towel”

November 3rd, 2015

LavonteDavidJoe really tried to steer clear from the story surrounding the death of Kwon Alexander’s brother late last week.

Writing about it just feels like cashing in on a death. [read more]