Back again.

Joe cannot remember a kicker jettisoned by a team but a year later found his way back to said team’s roster.

That happened last night when Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht inked former Bucs kicker Connor Barth to a pact. [read more]

A message from Lovie Smith since Day 1 of this season is translating to the field, says cornerback Alterraun Verner. [read more]

Bucs OC Dirk Koetter said “America’s Quarterback” has to know when to fold ’em.

So far in the young NFL career of America’s Quarterback, Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, Jameis has a hard time giving up on plays.

This can lead to Robert Griffin III status if Jameis isn’t careful. [read more]

Bucs DE George Johnson tied for the lead in tackles Monday.

When the Bucs traded for George Johnson, a defensive end from Detroit, Joe thought the Bucs were dumpster diving.

It marked Johnson’s second stint with the Bucs, and Joe is guessing fans would be hard-pressed to name any play he made during his first go-around. [read more]

“Sunday!”

For America’s Quarterback, Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, success the past couple of seasons has largely come on Saturdays. [read more]

Bucs general manager Jason Licht has been very busy this summer

This afternoon, Lovie Smith said he was unhappy with his kicking game on Monday night. [read more]

Logan Mankins has a history with the Bucs’ rising center

Joe would have no issue if the Bucs replaced starting center Evan Smith with rising former fourth-stringer Jeremiah Warren. [read more]

Bucs rookie LT Donovan Smith is getting comfortable.

There are a lot of things Bucs rookie left tackle Donovan Smith must learn on the NFL level.

And it isn’t just dealing with opponents. [read more]

Tough times for the pride of Largo High, Bucs’ fourth-year cornerback Leonard Johnson. [read more]

There’s a new Lovie Smith patrolling the Bucs sidelines, says Alterraun Verner. [read more]

Bucs OC Dirk Koetter heaped praise on America’s Quarterback.

Joe thought it was curious after Monday night’s win against the Bungles when America’s Quarterback, Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, deflected praise for his game, suggesting Cincinnati plays a defense very similar to Minnesota, and because he was getting the same reads defensively, it made his job that much easier.

So today, when Bucs offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter had his weekly press conference, Joe asked whether playing a similar defense was the reason for Jameis’ success, or is Jameis just developing that quickly? [read more]

The Buccaneers and Dirk Koetter continue to hammer Jameis Winston, America’s Quarterback, with new plays and concepts. [read more]

Jameis explains that he likes getting hit — right now.

Jameis Winston, America’s Quarterback, wants to get hit.

He likes it, Jameis said today at One Buc Palace. [read more]

Popular sports radio and television personality Adam Schein has thoughts about America’s Quarterback.

One reason Bucs quarterback Jameis Winston is America’s Quarterback is because no no signal-caller in the NFL sparks immediate emotions, positive or negative, like Jameis. It truly is something.

Long-time Jameis critic and popular sports television and radio personality Adam Schein is one of those with a fierce opinion. [read more]

Bucs tight end Tim Wright has become a target

After two NFL seasons, 25-year-old tight end Tim Wright has 80 catches, 11 touchdowns and a Super Bowl ring.

That’s extraordinary for an undrafted converted wide receiver. [read more]

Gerald McCoy talks about his Muhammad Ali influence

Gerald McCoy told media he studies a few greats in sports outside of football.

One guy referenced was Muhammad Ali. So Joe grabbed McCoy to dig a little deeper. [read more]

Joe understands the confusion from Bucs fans who have, for generations now, been subjected to quarterback standards from the likes of Jack Thompson, Trent Dilfer, Son of Bob and Josh McClown. [read more]

Starting right guard Ali Marpet talks about the play of the offensive line.

Yes, Doug Martin looked like the Muscle Hamster of old. Hell, even better Monday night, America’s Quarterback, Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, looked every bit the No. 1 overall pick he is. [read more]