“I Think That’s An Insurance Policy For Leonard Fournette”

April 21st, 2021

Are Bucs lacking confidence?

The mystique of Playoff Lenny/Lombardi Lenny Fournette makes it easy to forget that he was benched after the Bucs’ December bye week, deactivated for a critical game against the then-struggling Bucs versus a Vikings team that had won five of its last six games. [read more]

Stud Linebacker May Be On Board At No. 32

April 21st, 2021

Tough on the run.

Something jumped out at Joe while going through Ryan McCrystal’s final mock draft last night. [read more]

Accurate Mocker Advises Bucs Fans To Brace For An Edge Rusher

April 21st, 2021

Is this a reach?

Joe and many of the draft mockers come at mock drafts with polar opposite values. [read more]

The Bucs And Antonio Brown

April 21st, 2021

Have Bucs moved on?

So what the heck is going on with Antonio Brown and the Bucs? Perhaps Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht will shed light on the subject today? [read more]

“We’re Just Waiting On The Call”

April 21st, 2021

Prepared.

The Bucs made a lot of news last week when their players became the first of three NFL rosters to call a team boycott on gathering for voluntary workouts this spring at One Buc Palace, citing lingering concerns about The Sickness. [read more]

Play From “The Big Dog Tees” At Todd Wright Tour XXXI

April 20th, 2021

In this episode of The Todd Wright TODDcast, Todd discusses the continued void in Tampa Bay sports radio without Steve Duemig and how every Todd Wright Tour golf tournament pays tribute. The Todd Wright TODDcast is presented by Brandon Legal Group and Papa John’s. Click above to listen or to download. Or listen on Stitcher here, Google Podcasts here, and on other platforms.

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Asante Samuel, Jr. > Sean Murphy-Bunting?

April 20th, 2021

Doubted

An on-air mock draft featuring a couple of guys who know the Bucs roster very well concluded Tampa Bay could find a quick-impact player with the No. 32 overall pick next week. [read more]

Projection: Valuable Asset

April 20th, 2021

Total package.

OK, it’s time once again boys and girls to play “Beat Joe Up” because Joe likes a player the Bucs can certainly use, especially beginning next year when the cupboard may be bare. [read more]

Jamel Dean & The 2021 NFL Draft

April 20th, 2021

Cloning?

One great thing about the NFL Draft, aside from the Bucs picking at No. 32, is the fact that evaluating players will always be a changing and inexact science.

It’s what makes the draft fun, and what makes draft gurus (and team executives) who think they know it all a laughable crew. [read more]

Maybe “Damn Good” QB Is Not So Crazy?

April 20th, 2021

Quarterback chatter.

Maybe Peter Schrager wasn’t off his rocker? [read more]

TWO! $250 AMEX Gift Cards To Be Given Away At The JoeBucsFan Draft Party, Courtesy Of Florida’s Elite Restoration!

April 20th, 2021

During the JoeBucsFan.com draft party at Big Storm Brewery in Clearwater, Thursday night, April 29, two lucky fans attending will each win a $250 American Express gift card thanks to Joe’s friends at Florida’s Elite Restoration. (More cool Bucs giveaways, too.)

Joe is getting fired up. More fun announcements in the coming days.


DRAFT PARTY!

Your video invitation to Big Storm Clearwater, Thursday night, April 29! Giveaways, special guests, and more. Ira Kaufman and Joe will be in the house starting at 7 p.m.

“The Smartest Receiver In The Room”

April 20th, 2021

It only took a handful of months for Bucs fans to hear stunning praise after one of the drafts during The Lost Decade. [read more]

“It Doesn’t Matter What Position”

April 20th, 2021

Former Bucs QB Shaun King watching a 2016 practice with GM Jason Licht

There’s some disagreement at JoeBucsFan world headquarters — and across Bucs fandom — as to what positions the Bucs should target in next week’s draft, if they target positions at all. [read more]

The Bucs Have A Backup Quarterback!

April 20th, 2021

Busy man.

Sleepless nights are no longer a thing for Bucs fans. [read more]

Door Opening For Tyler Johnson

April 20th, 2021

Bucs WR Tyler Johnson.

Two rookies last year showed Joe enough to maintain hope. [read more]

“We Will Be Better”

April 20th, 2021

Buckle up

Joe was really stoked listening to Mike Evans. [read more]

Draft OT? Sure, Just Not At No. 32

April 20th, 2021

Bucs GM Jason Licht.

This subject seems to be bubbling to the surface and Joe thinks it is the ultimate in crazytalk. [read more]

Interesting Statistical Data In The Draft

April 20th, 2021

Bit of a surprise for Bucs ILB.

This is cool data and may explain some things for Bucs fans when the smoke clears in two weeks after the draft is over. [read more]

Lavonte David Says Famous “Eat A W” Speech Didn’t Go Over Well

April 19th, 2021

Lavonte David

A little clarity on Bucs history has emerged. [read more]

Todd Bowles: “We Haven’t Even Scratched The Surface”

April 19th, 2021

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers proudly took center stage for a night of charity and celebration at Innisbrook Resort. [read more]

Bucs Connection To Bill Belichick Philosophy

April 19th, 2021

Philosophy seen with Bucs.

Joe went down the rabbit hole of YouTube last night and discovered a football gem. [read more]