The War On Ben Bredeson
February 18th, 2025
Michigan Man mocked.
Joe sometimes doesn’t understand where the disconnect began or how it evolved but we’ve now boarded the crazy train — with apologies to Ozzy Osbourne. [read more]
Bucs Need A “Playmaker” On Defense
February 18th, 2025
Former BSPN analyst weighs in.
It seems Mike Golic, Jr. is reading from the Football Book of Todd Bowles. [read more]
ESPN: Bucs Won’t Use A Franchise Tag (Again) On Chris Godwin
February 18th, 2025
Decision.
The reason why most people — including Joe — have never mentioned Chris Godwin getting franchise tagged is that if Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht tagged Godwin for the third time, Team Glazer might start wondering who spiked Licht’s coffee. [read more]
Tristan Wirfs Looks Back On One Of His Biggest Lessons Learned As A Rookie (It May Not Be What You Think)
February 18th, 2025
NFL is not the Big Ten.
All-Pro left tackle Tristan Wirfs is on his way to becoming a Bucs legend. [read more]
Tristan Wirfs Reflects On His “Nightmares,” Counseling Sessions
February 17th, 2025
Bucs superstar Tristan Wirfs.
As Bucs All-Pro left tackle Tristan Wirfs eloquently said last week, “I was going through some sh*t.” [read more]
Chauncey Golston And The Bucs
February 17th, 2025
Bucs GM Jason Licht.
The Bucs need upgrades at edge rusher/outside linebacker.
Joe assumes the team is aware of this. [read more]
Louis Murphy: “Lay Off Of Todd Bowles”
February 17th, 2025
St. Peterburg native and retired Bucs and former Gators receiver Louis Murphy still lives locally and keeps track of his Buccaneers. [read more]
Zyon McCollum Is Not The Problem
February 17th, 2025
Unfairly called out.
Joe admits to being nervous after the Bucs traded Carlton Davis last March. [read more]
Helping Your Down Linemen Improve
February 17th, 2025
Making the defensive line better.
Joe knows the Bucs have an underrated unit on their defense. [read more]
The Year Of The Running Back
February 17th, 2025
“Ed, you’re right. Chris Godwin’s salary could pay for Myles Garrett. We’re not sure if Garrett can cover Adam Thielen, though.”
One could argue that 2024 was the “Year of the Running Back.” It sure was for the Bucs. [read more]
Draft Success
February 17th, 2025
A lot of fans grumble about Bucs coach Todd Bowles because they feel the Bucs should have won more than 10 games. They blame Bowles for holding the team back. [read more]
Bruce Arians Says Health Drove Him From Bucs Job
February 16th, 2025
The story behind Bucco Bruce Arians retiring as Bucs head coach three years ago always seems to take a slightly different form each time it’s told by the guy who knows the whole truth. [read more]
Chris Godwin And The Bucs Defense
February 16th, 2025
The Chris Godwin dilemma.
Will the Bucs be able to keep Chris Godwin or will he walk out the door? That should be answered in the next three or four weeks. Maybe sooner. [read more]
Free Agency Countdown: 22 Days — The Bucs And Shaquill Griffin
February 16th, 2025
The keg is ordered, the trays of Hooters boneless wings and Mahi tacos will arrive early. The dessert pies will come pre-sliced.
The menu at JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters is set for the start of free agency at noon on Monday, March 10.
Now who will the Bucs sign? [read more]
Josh Grizzard Talks Not Having “To Fake It” And Communication Skills
February 16th, 2025
Rookie Bucs playcaller Josh Grizzard.
Rookie Bucs offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard is 34 years old with eight seasons of NFL coaching experience.
How did he climb the ladder so quickly? [read more]
The “Dominance” Of Tristan Wirfs
February 16th, 2025
Burgeoning national star.
The late, great Martin Fennelly, sort of an iconic sports columnist/humorist, who worked for both the Tampa Tribune and the Tampa Bay Times, had a saying he often used. [read more]
Two Edge Rushers?
February 16th, 2025
Help him.
Joe doesn’t think Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht would do this. Still, it’s an interesting thought. [read more]
Ira Kaufman Talks Jason Licht Popularity, Decision-Making Conversations, Chris Godwin, Underachievement Debate, And Much More
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What To Do With Jordan Whitehead?
February 15th, 2025
Job security.
At times last year, Bucs safety Jordan Whitehead played solid ball. [read more]
Robert Hainsey Will Bolt In Free Agency: “He’s Leaving. It’s Over”
February 15th, 2025
The Bucs will be hunting for a new backup center. Tampa Bay fans won’t have Robert Hainsey to pick on any longer. [read more]
Mina Kimes: Anything To Help The Pass Defense
February 15th, 2025
Defense needs dawgs.
Mina Kimes made it clear on her podcast recently: There’s a lot to like about the Bucs. [read more]
