The Right Call At Quarterback — Finally!

December 28th, 2014

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The moment Josh McCown walked off the Georgia Dome field with a thumb injury, after leading the Bucs to national television disgrace and an 0-3 record, it made no sense for him to return as the Bucs starting quarterback.

That was the time to go all-in with Mike Glennon, and Joe lobbied hard. [read more]

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December 28th, 2014

Who’s your defensive coordinator?

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The Offensive Line

December 28th, 2014
You have to laugh to keep from crying while watching the Bucs offensive line attempt to block.

Surveillance photo of a Packers defensive line meeting analyzing their game tape against the Bucs’ offensive line

The Bucs’ offensive line, collectively, is no less than a garish display of big-bodied types flopping around helplessly like a boated tarpon. Lots of flailing around without production.

Joe used the analogy of right guard Josh Allen doing his best Curly Howard impression last week. Joe never saw an offensive lineman so lit up that he fell backwards swinging his arms in the air like someone falling over backwards in a chair desperately trying to maintain balance. [read more]

Is A Glazer Vote Of Confidence Coming?

December 28th, 2014

lovie 1110bAfter a 3-13 season in 2009, one that at least delivered a strong finish and a talented quarterback prospect, Raheem Morris seemed to be on thin ice.

But Team Glazer went public shortly after the season finale to address the issue. [read more]

Running Game Nears Ugly History

December 28th, 2014
Mediocre RB Charles Sims is one reason the Bucs are on the verge of a franchise low season rush total.

Mediocre Charles Sims is one reason the Bucs are on the verge of a franchise low

This Bucs offense, Joe is having problems accurately describing it.

Now many of Joe’s readers always point to the lack of blocking by the screendoor-on-a-submarine offensive line. Joe always thought that was a lazy way of excusing bad production from running backs. [read more]

Jameis Watch: “Extraordinary”

December 27th, 2014

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Crab-legs-stealing, BB-gun-shooting, obscenity-hollering, Heisman-Trophy-winning, national champion James Winston, the pride of Florida State University, continues to look like a much better quarterback prospect than Mike Glennon and Josh McCown.

It’s Joe’s daily nugget on the Jameis Watch, celebrating the best quarterback to wear No. 5 ever in the state of Florida. [read more]

Santa Visits Brandon Myers

December 27th, 2014
Bucs TE Brandon Myers re-ups with the Bucs.

Bucs TE Brandon Myers re-ups with the Bucs.

Yesterday, wide receiver Louis Murphy bragged how he had the best Christmas ever after signing a three-year pact to remain with Tampa Bay.

Murphy admitted he and his agent were prepared to shop around until the contract offer came from Bucs general manager Jason Licht. [read more]

“I Actually Would Love To”

December 27th, 2014

Matt Hasselbeck might be a better option than Josh McCown to mentor a Bucs rookie quarterback

What if the Bucs don’t want to pay Josh McCown the $5.25 million due him next season?

There might be a cheaper, better alternative to groom Jameis Winston or Marcus Mariota, and be the Bucs’ starting quarterback until the rookie is ready. [read more]

“Optimistic”

December 27th, 2014

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“The camera loves me,” says Gerald McCoy in a new video posted today on Buccaneers.com. [read more]

Sack Numbers Creeping Up

December 27th, 2014
The Bucs are within striking distance of having the most sacks in 10 years, little thanks to this guy.

The Bucs are within striking distance of having their highest sacks total in 10 years, little thanks to this guy.

Yes, the defense is getting better. It won’t remind anyone of the 2002 Bucs, but compared to the seal-clubbing the Bucs were handed by the Dixie Chicks and the Crows, it is night and day.

Sack numbers have crept up. [read more]

TV Map For Saints-Bucs

December 27th, 2014

tvYou asked for it, you got it. It’s the TV map for tomorrow’s game between the Saints and the Bucs, live from the Den of Depression in Tampa.

If you live in close to the Gulf Coast, you have a decent chance of viewing the Bucs live on your local over-the-air FOX affiliate.

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Jahri Evans On Bucs’ Radar?

December 27th, 2014

Jahri-EvansJoe knows many Bucs fans are sick and tired of Band-Aid moves on the offensive line.

Logan Mankins was brought in to heal a preseason wound that wouldn’t scab. [read more]

The Pleasant Lansanah Surprise

December 27th, 2014
Bucs OLB Danny Lansanah has seen his football career flip since signing with the Bucs last year.

Danny Lansanah has seen his football career flip since signing with the Bucs last year

When Joe remembers this 2014 season, he wants to lose his breakfast all over the keyboard. Even if the Bucs p!ss away the top overall pick tomorrow, this season has been rotten to the core.

A magnifying glass is required to find something decent. It’s almost irresponsible to suggest anything good came out of 2014. [read more]

Joe Talks Drudgery, Crossroads, Dotson & More

December 27th, 2014

joe_mug_shotIt’s time for Joe’s weekly podcast, with smooth-voiced Ronnie Lane of WDAE-AM 620 and the Buccaneers Radio Network. [read more]

“Something We Want To Do For The Fans”

December 27th, 2014
Doug Martin relays the chatter around One Buc Palace

Doug Martin relays the chatter around One Buc Palace

The single most important thing the Bucs can do Sunday is lose. It’s downright critical for the franchise.

The No. 1 overall pick in the draft is far better than the No. 2 overall pick — for so many reasons. [read more]

“Best Christmas Ever”

December 26th, 2014
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Louis Murphy’s Bucs highlight to date: A 41-yard catch in the final seconds at Pittsburgh to set up a game-winning score.

Joe guesses fans read about the Christmas present wide receiver Louis Murphy found under his tree.

It was a three-year contract offer to remain with the Bucs. Tentatively, terms undisclosed (Joe wonders if there’s guaranteed money?).

“Best Christmas ever,” Murphy beamed just moments after putting pen to ink. Prior to Christmas, Murphy admitted he was going to shop his wares around the NFL. [read more]