Ira Kaufman Details Bucs’ Path To 10-7, Talks Achievement Perspective, Big Game For The Trade Deadline, And More

October 12th, 2023

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The Breakout Is Coming

October 12th, 2023

Get ready.

It’s just a matter of time, Bucs offensive coordinator Dave Canales said. It’s coming. Just wait. [read more]

Very Healthy Bucs (Minus 2)

October 12th, 2023

The bye week appears to have worked its magic.

Various banged up Buccaneers have make it through a full practice for consecutive days, including battered No. 2 cornerback Jamel Dean (neck/shoulder).

Only one player missed practice today, and that was Bucs sacks king Shaq Barrett, who was listed out with an “illness.”

Mike Evans (hamstring) tested himself today and was “limited” in practice after sitting out on Wednesday.

That’s about as healthy as a team will ever be in mid-October.

“If Anyone Has Miami (and you haven’t played them), NOW Might Be The Time To Do So”

October 12th, 2023

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“I Would Love To Look Like That”

October 12th, 2023

Respecting the Lions.

We all know Bucs offensive coordinator Dave Canales wants the Bucs offense to look like Seattle’s, from whence he came. The Seahawks have always had a productive run game to go along with a dangerous passing attack. [read more]

The Freight Train Lions

October 12th, 2023

Yeah, the Lions are not an iconic NFL franchise.

In fact, they’re the opposite. [read more]

The Remaking Of Baker Mayfield

October 12th, 2023

Story behind the story.

Want to know all about how Baker Mayfield became your Bucs quarterback? Well, here is a very deep dive into the backstory of how Mayfield got here and won the starting job. [read more]

Stopping The Run

October 12th, 2023

Buccaneers savior inside linebacker Devin White.

What has happened to the run defense? [read more]

When (And When Not) To Be Aggressive

October 12th, 2023

Being smart.

Everyone loves to see a quarterback bust his tail and fight for a first down to keep a possession rolling and the chains moving. [read more]

Todd Bowles Gives A Shoutout To Logan Hall

October 12th, 2023

Improvement.

When one man can’t get on the field, it’s an opportunity for another man to shine. [read more]

Byron Leftwich Calls Steelers For Work

October 12th, 2023

Unwanted.

Now this got Joe laughing out loud. [read more]

Baker Mayfield Appreciates His RB1 In The Passing Game

October 11th, 2023

“Hey Rachaad, when you take a handoff, just pretend it was a caught pass.”

Buccaneers running back Rachaad White is sort of a split-personality guy. [read more]

Where You Watching The Game? Through My Fingers!

October 11th, 2023

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“We Haven’t Done Anything”

October 11th, 2023

Those goofy orange uniforms, they don’t mean much to Todd Bowles, as the head coach joins in solidarity with loads of Bucs fans under 30 years old. [read more]

If Healthy, Jamel Dean Will Start (So Will Carlton Davis)

October 11th, 2023

Not yet a starter.

It seems just from the comments on this here website, Bucs fans have quickly soured on cornerback Jamel Dean. [read more]

Baker Mayfield Named A Bucs Captain

October 11th, 2023

The votes are in. [read more]

More Clarity On Mike Evans Coming Friday

October 11th, 2023

Mike Evans has had a hamstring issue for 10 days.

It’s lingering. a

That was the indirect message today from head coach Todd Bowles. The official Wednesday injury report hasn’t been released, but Bowles said Evans’ health remains a question mark. He said more will be known Friday when Evans does more running.

Can the Bucs beat the high-octane Lions on Sunday without Evans? Joe doesn’t want to consider that.

Heavy Hype

October 11th, 2023

The NFL wants big-time ratings for Sunday’s Bucs-Lions clash that was flexed from a 1 o’clock start to the 4:25 p.m. slot on FOX. [read more]

Dave Canales: Baker Mayfield “Is The Winner I Get To Call Plays For”

October 11th, 2023

Breaking down his QB.

One pleasant NFL surprise this season has been the play of Baker Mayfield. [read more]

Cameron Brate: Lions Are “Lock Of The Week” To Beat Bucs

October 11th, 2023

Former Bucs tight end Cameron Brate.

Here’s a kick in the groin. [read more]

Happy And Hard Truths About The 2023 Bucs

October 11th, 2023

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

Mark Twain said it more than a century ago — and the man had a point.

“There are lies, damned lies and statistics,” Twain concluded at the time. The NFL hadn’t even started, so there’s no way he was talking about Mike Alstott’s franchise-record 58 career rushing touchdowns.

Some NFL numbers don’t lie. Some swear. There are more than a few statistics through the opening month to explain Tampa Bay’s 3-1 start heading into a dynamic home matchup against the 4-1 Lions. [read more]