Mike James Breaks Out
August 16th, 2013
Rather invisible through much of training camp and against the Ravens last week, rookie running back Mike James really introduced himself to Bucs fans tonight in Foxborough.
James got some first-team action after Doug Martin had his bell rung executing a cut block to open the Bucs’ second offensive series.
Two plays later, James ripped off an 11-yard run for the only first down of the first-teamers. He caught a short ball from Josh Freeman in between two sacks of the Bucs’ franchise quarterback.
James finished the first half with three carries for 33 yards, and two receptions for seven yards. More importantly under the New Schiano Order, James didn’t fumble.
August 16th, 2013 at 9:48 pm
How about Doug? nothing else matters.
August 16th, 2013 at 9:49 pm
impressed with James, guy can play…hope doug is okay
August 16th, 2013 at 9:51 pm
Way to pick up blitzes James
August 16th, 2013 at 10:04 pm
Ive been saying MJ was a great pick up for us.
Let’s hope he continues to adjust to the NFL speed
August 16th, 2013 at 10:13 pm
I’m also starting to think Bowers is the Josh Freeman of the defense: all the potential in the world but not able to translate it on the field
August 16th, 2013 at 10:22 pm
James looks good
August 16th, 2013 at 11:27 pm
Both James and Hillis ran well tonight. The bucs appear to be in the great position of having an abundance of good running back talent.
August 16th, 2013 at 11:30 pm
@Joe
Nothing on ole Michael Smith and his impressive kick return?lol
August 16th, 2013 at 11:53 pm
Believe Mike James can give us much of the same skill set that doug martin can give as he continues to develop and learn the offense. With james, Leonard, and Hillis we definitely have upgrades at the running back spots
August 17th, 2013 at 5:16 am
I’v been waiting to see something. Great job JAMES!
August 23rd, 2013 at 9:26 pm
Mike James will be the #2 back before seasons end!