Bucs: “A++++”
November 26th, 2013
How impressive was the Bucs’ win over NFC North division-leading Detroit this past weekend? Big. Aside from the local reasons, it registered with national media types as well, which for reasons unknown to Joe, Bucs fans are fixated on.
Popular sports radio and television personality Adam Schein yesterday, both on his SiriusXM Radio Show “Schein on Sports,” and his Monday evening TV Show, “NFL Monday Quarterback, seen on the CBS Sports Network, was all over the Bucs and quarterback Mike Glennon. In a good way.
The win over the Lions also caught the attention of long-time NFL writer Mike Freeman, who now types for Bleacher Report. Let’s just say Freeman, in his weekly NFL grades, seems to be won over by the turnaround orchestrated by the New Schiano Order.
The rare A++++ designation goes to Tampa. The Buccaneers have fought back from 0-8 to win three straight. They thoroughly outplayed and out-coached the Lions. They also outsmarted them. Greg Schiano has taken a sonic screwdriver to this team.
Joe feels all the vibes from giddy fans. It’s fun to watch and follow the Bucs again. It’s just amazing how things changed in a month.
Just five weeks ago, billboards graced the Tampa Bay area wanting Bucs commander Greg Schiano launched. Some fans wanted Schiano lynched. It was ugly.
Now, Schiano seemingly has not just resurrected his career, but turned around his team and appears to be developing a quarterback.
November 26th, 2013 at 3:34 pm
I got sick of us losing, just like everyone else. But I have to say that Coach Schiano’s ways seem to be working.
He was right in ridding us of Josh Freeman, and now has his QB in there, as well as 3 Rutgers guys, he knew could play.
He is rebuilding our team, and the proof is in the pudding.
We nearly beat the mighty Seahawks, where they never lose at, and have now won 3 straight, despite injuries to key people.
Barring a total last part of the season collapse, I can’t see Coach Schiano going anywhere.
November 26th, 2013 at 3:43 pm
Reminds me of the ‘good ol’ days’ of “Throw McKay in the Bay”. Bad idea then, seems like a bad idea now. IMO, it takes three years to see if a coach can change a losing team. The only time to give up earlier is if the team gives up on the coach (Morris).
November 26th, 2013 at 3:44 pm
Yet fans will still chant for his firing. Unbelievable, sad and embarrassing. Hopefully they will start to understand and buy in as well.
November 26th, 2013 at 3:46 pm
Never get too high. Never get too low. The Buc season is always drama. The story is taking a happy turn at the moment. Will be interesting to see how it plays out. GO BUcs!!
November 26th, 2013 at 3:47 pm
I love the way the team is playing, but like I said before Schiano has to keep winning or being at the very least coompeeting in games in order to keep the masses from turning on him. What killed Schiano was the miss use of players. He has changed and the results are clear…
November 26th, 2013 at 3:52 pm
I need to see what happens these next five games before I formulate an opinion on Schiano. This three game win streak has been nice though. Any die hard will agree.
November 26th, 2013 at 4:09 pm
Are the Bilboards still up?
November 26th, 2013 at 5:23 pm
Actually, the turnaround has much more to do with the players than the coach.
He’s the one they praise for staying the course. Staying consistent.
Err, might as well mention that one certain player, who doesn’t even get a helmet anymore, is gone. His long shot and unlikely predecessor, hand picked by the same coach, has helped unite the locker room.
It’s time to take all the raw euphoria and lay it on the kitties Sunday.
November 26th, 2013 at 6:37 pm
Since we can’t expect to get 5 takeaways/game from our remaining opponents several things will have to happen offensively that didn’t happen in the Lions game if we want this win streak to continue.
1. Vjax has to get back to his normal 7 – 10 catches/game
2. Another WR needs to step up and make some plays.
3. The running game must get back on track.
4. FG kicker must get back to putting them through the uprights
On top of this both Wright and Underwood must continue to play at an elevated level. If all this happens then we have a shot in every game, if not then we will most likely revert back to losing. This next game will be a good test.
November 26th, 2013 at 7:29 pm
A few wins against terrible teams and one where the other team gave us the ball six times and only came out with 24pts and all the sudden we are world beaters. Aren’t u guys suck of run run pass? This offense is predictable and the defense is lucky to have a few stars that are keeping us in games. If David or GMC get hurt this team will consistently be blown out. Im not drinking the coolaid and I wouldnt recommended anyone else in Tampa do either. If he finishes by winning out I will be the first one to say he might have not deserved the criticism, from myself included. But right now he has players playing for contracts and positions. I dont think his coaching is winning them jack spit. But it sure has calmed down the lynch mob a bunch.
Two of those turnovers were already within field goal range and we came up with 0 pts. Too many pts left on the field this weekend to forgive Schiano for making us one of the most talented but crappy teams in the nfl.
November 26th, 2013 at 7:59 pm
Yes, just Frank and if Brady or Manning go down, the Pats and Broncos will suck. In the age of the salary cap, every team is an injury to one or two stars away from “sucking.”. What’s so impressive is that the Buccaneers have won with 13 players on IR including all 3 tight ends, top two running backs, all pro guard, number 2 receiver, and last week beat a winning team without Revis in the second half, the starting safety, and midle linebacker. I don’t get why it is so difficult to give credit whee credit is due.
November 26th, 2013 at 8:33 pm
Love the Doctor Who reference in the quote.
November 26th, 2013 at 10:05 pm
$ 200.000.000 spent 3-8 sad, why would you have a debate,
November 27th, 2013 at 12:28 am
Just frank u sir are the man!!! Spoken like a true fan. But if I would have said it this wouldhave 60 comments by now lol kudos to u my good brother keep up the good work your opinion is deff valued.
November 27th, 2013 at 2:07 am
Buddah Says
Yes, just Frank and if Brady or Manning go down, the Pats and Broncos will suck. In the age of the salary cap, every team is an injury to one or two stars away from “sucking.”. What’s so impressive is that the Buccaneers have won with 13 players on IR including all 3 tight ends, top two running backs, all pro guard, number 2 receiver, and last week beat a winning team without Revis in the second half, the starting safety, and midle linebacker. I don’t get why it is so difficult to give credit whee credit is due.
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I think some fans have jaded attitudes because of the long stretch of non-playoff seasons. As a die hard Bucs, it’s great to see them win 3 in a row but this season has been an overall disappointment. This team was built for and expected to contend for the playoffs. Contrary to the comments folks make about the former QB, he didn’t lose the first 2 games in the last seconds and he didn’t drop 3 passes that would have been TDs in the third game. Solely blaming one individual for losses in a team sport is very ignorant.