Archive for 2015

Vincent Jackson In Jameis’ Corner

Friday, June 5th, 2015
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V-Jax dissects Jameis Winston’s throwing

Before the Bucs drafted “America’s Quarterback,” signal-caller Jameis Winston, young Jameis made no secret of his desire to play for Tampa Bay and, in particular, throw passes to Vincent Jackson.

Who could forget Jameis telling Steve Mariucci on NFL Network while pointing to a receiver on the white board, “I hope that’s Vincent Jackson.” (more…)

Jameis Still On Track As Starting QB

Friday, June 5th, 2015
Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.

Lovie Smih explains after Jameis Winston was a second-team QB yesterday. Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.

One thing Joe learned talking to a trusted Bucs source last week was that the days of gifting players starting gigs is over.

Oh, sure, the Bucs expect Donovan Smith to start at left tackle. And they hope, before the end of the season, Ali Marpet will start at right guard. But it doesn’t mean those two are locked in as starters. (more…)

Quiet Jameis

Thursday, June 4th, 2015

 When “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, was at Florida State, he was anything but timid. Loud, brash, confident, often FSU coach Jimbo Fisher had to reel in Jameis to lasso his emotions. (more…)

It’s Underwear Football

Thursday, June 4th, 2015
"America's Quarterback" points out defensive coverage during Bucs OTA practice today at One Buc Palace.

“America’s Quarterback” points out defensive coverage during Bucs OTA practice today at One Buc Palace.

Yes, Joe is excited as the next guy when NFL players put on helmets, jocks, socks and little else. It’s football! And we live in a football world. (more…)

“I Could Be A Good Waterboy”

Thursday, June 4th, 2015

mike james 1104Don’t dare tell running back Mike James that last season was a down year for him.

Just the opposite, he passionately explained today after practice. (more…)

Notes From OTA Practice

Thursday, June 4th, 2015
Bucs QB Mike Glennon changes a play at the line of scrimmage during Thursday's OTA at One Buc Palace.

Bucs QB Mike Glennon changes a play at the line of scrimmage during Thursday’s OTA at One Buc Palace.

News, notes and observations from Bucs OTA practice Thursday at One Buc Palace. And yes, it was a bit toasty out there. (more…)

Jameis Winston: “I Look Up To [Glennon]”

Thursday, June 4th, 2015
Jameis Winston explains his admiration of Mike Glennon

Jameis Winston explains his admiration of Mike Glennon

As Joe wrote yesterday, Jameis Winston is getting loads of work with the second team Buccaneers offense.

Jameis talked about what that means at One Buc Palace. (more…)

Bucs Return To Tallahassee

Thursday, June 4th, 2015

JameisOnce upon a time, Joe lived just outside of San Francisco when Joe Montana joined the Chiefs.

Talk about a firestorm of emotions pulsating through a sports town. Wow. (more…)

Expect Rookie Play From A Rookie

Thursday, June 4th, 2015
In a long, windy, wordy piece, a BSPNer writes that WRs do not make a QB.

In a long, windy, wordy piece, a BSPNer explains receivers rarely make a QB.

Yes, Joe remembers how over-the-top giddy “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston, was on draft night because he had two 6-5 wide receivers as his main targets. (more…)

Deep Ball Fantasies

Thursday, June 4th, 2015

vincent jackson 0929The dream came alive for a moment yesterday on the practice fields of One Buc Palace. No, not Joe and Rachel Watson again. (more…)

Jameis “The Perfect Fit”

Thursday, June 4th, 2015
Lovie talks about "America's Quarterback." .

Lovie talks about “America’s Quarterback.”

Yes, it is June, and yes, Lovie Smith is still being drilled about the draft.

There are still some out there wondering why the Bucs didn’t pass on “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston. Can you imagine? (more…)

Defense Too Thin?

Thursday, June 4th, 2015
A respected NFL analyst is not smitten with Lovie Smith's defense.

A respected NFL analyst is not smitten with Lovie Smith’s defense.

It still is a stunner to Joe how a defensive-minded head coach like Lovie Smith oversaw two drafts with Tampa Bay and selected a grand total of one defensive player. (more…)

Rookie Rise Continues At Wednesday Practice

Thursday, June 4th, 2015

AlexanderJoe was back operating covert drones and using ground operatives at One Buc Palace on Wednesday, as the Bucs were on the field for Day 5 of OTA practice.

The session was closed to media, but Joe gathered intelligence, regardless. (more…)

Lavonte David Dips To 56th In NFL Network Top-100

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2015

lavonte david 1213Bucs super stud linebacker Lavonte David can’t make a Pro Bowl, but his peers keep on honoring him. (more…)

A Jubilee For Bucs Couch Potatoes

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2015
Bucs fans who enjoy air conditioning will be geeked with this news.

Bucs fans who enjoy air conditioning will be geeked with this news.

Joe never really understood all the whining and kvetching about Bucs home TV games being blacked out locally.

Wanna watch the game? Go to the game. Real simple. (more…)

Jameis Winston Jersey Sales Skyrocket

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2015
(Photo courtesy of Tampa Bay Buccaneers)

(Photo courtesy of Tampa Bay Buccaneers)

So many Jameis Winston haters had their panties all knotted up when a Titans official, in mid-May, told BSPN that Marcus Mariota had the No. 1 selling jersey in the NFL. (more…)

Mariota Belted With Jameis Questions And Doesn’t Seem Happy About It

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2015

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Call Joe a football lunatic, but Joe is dialed in to all things Tennessee Titans, the Buccaneers’ opening day opponent.

Like it or not, that game in Tampa is absolutely a must-win. (more…)

Jameis Fears GMC

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2015

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Joe doesn’t pretend to know “America’s Quarterback,” Bucs signal-caller Jameis Winston.

Oh, sure, Joe has been around him a handful of times, but that’s hardly enough to know a guy. (more…)

Plenty Of Second-Team Reps For Jameis

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2015
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Tuesday’s rainy practice photo courtesy of Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Day 4 of OTA practices at One Buc Palace saw America’s Quarterback spending quality time with guys on the Bucs’ roster bubble. (more…)