Joe was reminded today of one of the lighter periods in Bucs history, when Raheem Morris often distracted fans from the losing with news conferences that rolled out silly nicknames, stories of his granny looking like a bulldog, historic ramblings “and things of that nature.”

One classic came before the implosion of 2011, when Raheem explained how his starting safeties, oft-injured Cody Grimm and serial loafer Sean Jones, were “The Wolfs.” (more…)

Buccaneers rookies take the practice field today for the opening of Tampa Bay’s three-day rookie minicamp.

And you thought this was some sleepy Friday in May, when Bucs fans typically would drink adult beverages and count down the 70 or so days until training camp kicks off!

Nope, Joe will be buzzing around practice and One Buc Palace delivering you all kinds of news, notes, nuggets and words from your newest Bucs.

Stick with Joe through the day, and the weekend.

Former Bucs rock star general manager Mark Dominik discusses his biggest mistake with the Bucs.

Yesterday, former Bucs rock star general manager Mark Dominik appeared with Tom Krasniqi on WDAE-AM 620 for chatter about the NFL and the Bucs. Dominik now covers the NFL for the four-letter.

Towards the end of the interview, Krasniqi asked Dominik, after five months to meditate on his 18 years with the Bucs, was the biggest mistake he made running the Pewter Pirates.

Dominik didn’t hesitate (more…)

Former Bucs DE Steve White would rather watch a test pattern than the Bucs offense if G Oniel Cousins plays.

Five months into the Lovie Smith administration, the roster has had a thorough makeover. Beefed up defensive line. Revolving door at cornerback. Stud wide receiver. New quarterback. Spiced up running attack.

The offensive line? Well, it’s gotten a near complete overhaul, with the exception of incumbent right tackle Demar Dotson and maybe Carl Nicks at left guard. If there is one major hole on the roster, it would be right guard, where veteran Oniel Cousins could start. (more…)

Mark Dominik weighs in on the Bucs’ picks and more

Former Bucs rockstar general manager Mark Dominik is a big fan of the draft-day work of his successors.

Sadly, Joe knows legions of Bucs fans will now lose sleep tonight, fearful none of these new Buccaneers will have a Tampa Bay zip code in five years. (more…)

The Bucs have won another springtime division title!

As 2014 NFL Draft grades pour in from various NFL analysts, the Bucs continue to get high marks — this time from an NFL Network draft guru. (more…)

It was a much anticipated JoeBucsFan Hour on the top-rated Steve Duemig show on WDAE-AM 620 Tuesday. The full podcast is below.

The dean of Tampa Bay sports radio, “The Big Dog,” wanted Joe’s full take on the Mike Glennon love from the Bucs organization, the pass on Johnny Football, and so much more. Enjoy!

Former Bucs DE Steve White says the Bucs offense now looks a whole lot like the Bears’ when QB Josh McCown played in the Second City.

Yes, Joe is just like his readers. He’s trying to figure out what the Bucs offense will look like.

And, no, Joe’s not willing to sit on his hands and watch “Bugs Bunny” and play video games to pass the months to wait until the real offense is unveiled in September.

Recently, former Bucs defensive end Steve White dropped in with his former teammate, Booger McFarland, to talk about the Bucs’ offense and more.

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The Bucs lost key components of their solid 2013 special teams units. Adam Hayward, Erik Lorig, Dekoda Watson, Brian Leonard and more are gone.

Ask former Bucs special teams coach Dave Wannstedt to pick a special teams standout from last year, and count on Wannstedt singing the praises of wide receiver Russell Shepard. (more…)

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This was such a good interview that Joe had to share it, even though it’s not Bucs-specific.

Hall of Fame head coach/franchise rebuilder Bill Parcells dove into NFL Draft philosophy during an interview this week on BSPN Radio. (more…)

Doubt surfaces on the beat

What to expect on the field from starting quarterback Josh McCown is unclear. He simply hasn’t started a full NFL season since he was drafted in 2003.

Thirteen 2004 starts with the Cardinals was by far his busiest year. Can he withstand punishment? That would surprise one prominent Bucs media voice. (more…)

The Bucs sure got fans aroused this weekend after an offensive draft, giving whoever is quarterbacking the Bucs major weapons, and perhaps a couple of blockers, too.

Still, Andrew Astleford isn’t drinking the Kool-Aid. The Fox Sports Florida Bucs beat guy likes what he saw but isn’t quite willing to begin comparing the new Bucs to Air Coryell quite yet. (more…)

Win immediately, says the Bucs GM.

A giddy Bucs general manager Jason Licht appeared on NFL Network last night, fresh off a truly offensive draft class this past weekend (it depresses Joe to type this, but he knows if he doesn’t, the humorless, thin-skinned, easily-offended, reading-impaired will totally freak out: offensive = all offensive players picked). (more…)

ESPN is now wondering about Doug Martin’s job security.

Now Joe was dragged through the mud a few weeks ago when he wondered aloud just how secure Doug Martin is with Lovie Smith. Joe loves Martin but running backs are a dime a dozen and, Joe thought, maybe, Martin might be used to obtain draft picks in a trade last week or next year.

Of course, nothing happened last week.

But now a national reporter with close ties to the Bucs is also debating Martin’s job security. (more…)

More clues to what the Bucs offense will look like under offensive coordinator Jeff Tedford.

Ever since Jeff Tedford was named Bucs offensive coordinator, people have been trying to figure out what his offense will look like.

Joe has written many posts claiming if you base your projection on the traits of Tampa Bay’s offensive lineman, then it appears the Bucs will pass.

A lot. (more…)

New Bucs rookie manbeast receiver Mike Evans is one heck of a raw prospect. Heck, the kid’s only 20 years old. He can’t even drink beer and skinny margaritas with his best friend Johnny Football. (Really, they are tight.)

Evans showed off his skills at Texas A&M, including playing all kinds of backyard football with his BFF. (more…)