How Long Will Starters Play?

January 7th, 2023

Believes in Atlanta.

Bucs coach Todd Bowles has been saying all week that his (healthy) starters will start tomorrow at Atlanta. [read more]

TV Map For Bucs-Dixie Chicks Game

January 7th, 2023

Free football.

It seems our republic is bored by tomorrow’s lame-duck game between the Bucs and the Dixie Chicks. [read more]

Enjoy The Valspar With Hooters

Friday, February 13th, 2026

It’s that time of year again, when Tampa Bay’s big PGA Tour event returns. And there’s no better way to watch it than in the Hooters Owl’s Nest.

Ian Beckles: Bucs Were In Playoff Mode

January 7th, 2023

Happy with Bucs’ win.

A win sure changes the perspective of a team. And that was evident in the recent Bucs comments by former Tampa Bay guard Ian Beckles. [read more]

Zyon McCollum Details His View Of How Jake Camarda’s Famous Punt Developed

January 7th, 2023

Explains his part in Jake Camarda’s season-saving punt.

So, Joe has a hunch Bucs fans will be talking about the rookie Jake Camarda punt for a long time. [read more]

“People Playing With A Different Level Of Passion And Momentum”

January 6th, 2023

Nacho has a theory.

The Bucs are riding a two-game winning streak, albeit comeback wins against bad teams, and there’s been a common denominator in the Ws. [read more]

Let Them Play! — And A Look At Rookies Across The NFL

January 6th, 2023

Put your feet up and enjoy Best In Class with JoeBucsFan.com draft guru Sean Sullivan. He always has a few powerful Bucs takes and dives into guys around the NFL you followed during NFL Daft season.

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Several Starters Out For Atlanta Game

January 6th, 2023

Injury and status updates.

UPDATED 2:45 p.m. – Bucs coach Todd Bowles made it clear he plans to play all starters Sunday in Atlanta. But it sure seems guys with nagging injuries will get the day off. [read more]

Big Dolphins-Jets Game … For The Bucs?

January 6th, 2023

The implosion-friendly Jets (7-9) head to the Dolphins (8-8) on Sunday, where Miami needs a win to get in the playoffs and avoid closing the season on a six-game losing streak.

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“We’re Never Going To Look Past An Opponent”

January 6th, 2023

Sean Murphy-Bunting

So the Bucs have a meaningless game Sunday in Atlanta, though cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting explained why it can’t be meaningless. [read more]

Derrick Brooks Talks 2023 Hall Of Fame Class

January 6th, 2023

TAMPA TWO checks in with Buccaneers legend Derrick Brooks and Sage Ira Kaufman talking about this week’s naming of the 2023 Hall of Fame finalists. Who will get in?? More great insight from The Identity Tampa Bay and Joe.


On This Week’s Free Stretch, Thoughts On The Rarity Of Division Titles, Demar Hamlin & Football Itself (Friday Edition)

January 6th, 2023

Bobby Fenton is all over all things Bucs and more. His unique takes make The Free Stretch must-listen podcast it is. Follow Bobby on Twitter, @bobbygameday. The Free Stretch is always a fine listen, presented by Bill Currie Ford. Remember Bill Currie Ford’s nationwide lifetime warranty on new and USED vehicles!!

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For 5+ years, The Free Stretch has been here for Bucs fans after being heard on several radio stations dating back to ancient times 2006. Bobby also hosted a national show on Sporting News Radio. [read more]

“Makes Me Want To Go Even Harder”

January 6th, 2023

Leave it to legendary Bucs receiver Mike Evans to draw inspiration from a tragedy. [read more]

“Keep Swinging. Keep Mother-f—king Swinging”

January 6th, 2023

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

The protection racket is a grim business.

For much of this season, the men paid to keep Tom Brady upright have heard and read a litany of their shortcomings. According to more than a few members of Buc Nation, Tampa Bay’s issues up front have been holding this offense back. [read more]

Warren Sharp Lambastes Byron Leftwich

January 6th, 2023

Stats can bite you in the arse.

So it was wild yesterday seeing failing Bucs offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich suddenly embrace what he has mocked all year. [read more]

Former GM: Highly Likely Todd Bowles Returns

January 6th, 2023

Bucs coach Todd Bowles.

For the Bucs to pull the trigger on first-year coach Todd Bowles, that would tell Joe there is a major, major move coming a few hours after news would break. [read more]

Kacy Rodgers: Will Gholston Has Earned Recognition

January 6th, 2023

Bucs DL Will Gholston.

So yesterday Joe brought word from NFL Network’s Brian Baldinger, a former Colts offensive lineman, who broke down Bucs’ run defense tape and highlighted Will Gholston’s play. [read more]

The Bucs, Number Of Plays, And Time Of Possession

January 6th, 2023

Bucs coach Todd Bowles.

Now we know that Bucs coach Todd Bowles did not want the Bucs to run a no-risk-it; no-biscuit offense because he believed that the Bucs were gassed in the playoffs last year because of that offense. [read more]

“We Want To Get That For Him”

January 5th, 2023

His teammates want to present Tom Brady with a consolation prize after a rough season. [read more]

Another Reason Tom Brady Wants To Play Sunday

January 5th, 2023

Joe will call this answer Brady Math: 97-for-139 for 995 yards, 10 touchdowns and 1 interception.

So what’s the question? [read more]