“We Gotta Throw A Bomb On This Darn Thing”
March 5th, 2023
A former Buccaneer has a message for GM Jason Licht.
Joe is a little stunned by how deep the negativity runs among a hearty chunk of Bucs fans. [read more]
Many Pieces, Many Holes
March 5th, 2023
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Let’s shift our focus off Kyle Trask for a moment, shall we?
Replacing Tom Brady was never going to be a simple task. Let’s see what Dave Canales can do to play to the strengths of the new guy under center this fall.
The Bucs need a couple of running backs to complement Rachaad White and this offensive line is about to undergo significant changes.
But enough on that side of the ball for the moment.
Let’s take a hard look at the pride and joy of Todd Bowles, a defensive unit that faces an overhaul in the next two months. [read more]
Is Defense One Player Away From Elite?
March 5th, 2023
Bucs coach Todd Bowles.
Last year the Bucs defense was probably one player away from being really dominant. [read more]
What Todd Bowles Looks For In A Quarterback
March 5th, 2023
Preferred QB traits.
So the Bucs are looking for a quarterback to go along with Kyle Trask. [read more]
Hype Machine At Full Throttle For Anthony Richardson
March 5th, 2023
Gators QB Anthony Richardson.
Joe couldn’t believe what was all over Twitter yesterday. [read more]
Bruce Arians Not Attending The NFL Combine
March 4th, 2023
His Buccaneers title is Senior Advisor to the General Manager, but Bucco Bruce Arians is not at perhaps the biggest NFL group event of the year for NFL general managers. [read more]
“Things You Just Can’t Coach And You Just Can’t Do”
March 4th, 2023
Slam the door on any thought of the Bucs not placing a massive value on Devin White.
He is “the man” for Todd Bowles in his beloved defense, and the head coach elaborated on his sitdown with the Ira Kaufman Podcast. [read more]
Doing Right With Mike Evans
March 4th, 2023
Unknown typist riffs on Mike Evans and rebuilding.
Joe’s heart says “Hell no!” but Joe’s head says “Think about it.” [read more]
Todd Bowles Does Not Dismiss The Bucs Drafting A Quarterback Early
March 4th, 2023
Bucs coach Todd Bowles.
Joe already stated that if the Bucs have a chance to land Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker in the second round, they shouldn’t waste a second in bringing him to Tampa Bay. [read more]
The Departure Of Cam Brate
March 4th, 2023
Cam Brate.
It was no surprise, but it still saddened Joe. [read more]
“It’s Only Fair”
March 3rd, 2023
Joe was part of a private conversation today with two high-ranking front office types at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. [read more]
Jason Licht Has A Flashlight For Tom Brady
March 3rd, 2023
Bucs GM Jason Licht.
If anyone still needed to know, the Bucs have moved on from the greatest quarterback of all time. Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson spilled the beans this morning. [read more]
Warning: Jason Licht And Todd Bowles Meet With Anthony Richardson
March 3rd, 2023
Florida QB Anthony Richardson.
An air raid siren is going off in Joe’s head today at the Indiana Convention Center. [read more]
Dave Canales Defines “Offensive-Line-Friendly” Scheme
March 3rd, 2023
“It’s a very new day, Kyle.”
Here at the NFL Scouting Combine, Bucs head coach Todd Bowles noted the Tampa Bay offense to be crafted and installed by new offensive coordinator Dave Canales will be “offensive-line-friendly.”
This morning, Joe asked Canales to explain what that means. [read more]
Contrasting Tight Ends And A Bear Hug For Tristan Wirfs
March 3rd, 2023
After coffee with new Bucs offensive coordinator Dave Canales this morning, Joe is patrolling the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, where tight ends were rolled out to media today. [read more]
This Week’s Free Stretch Salutes The Players Whose Cuts We Knew Were Coming, Then Looks At The Bucs’ Organizational Report Card
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