This Is A Good Sign For Baker Mayfield, Right?
October 10th, 2025
Can he extend 49ers’ streak?
Either you are a big believer in trends, or this will freak you out, convinced that the streak ends Sunday. [read more]
Tristan Wirfs: Seattle Heckler Who Ran Smack On Baker Mayfield “Wasn’t Very Good”
October 10th, 2025
Bad hecklers make Tristan Wirfs wince.
We’ve all seen the video of Baker Mayfield getting into it with a Seattle heckler before Sunday’s game and then afterward, Mayfield came right back at the same guy to rub his nose in dirt. [read more]
Enjoy The Valspar With Hooters
Friday, February 13th, 2026It’s that time of year again, when Tampa Bay’s big PGA Tour event returns. And there’s no better way to watch it than in the Hooters Owl’s Nest.
Yahoo!: Bucs Offense Is Super Bowl-Worthy, But The Defense Isn’t
October 10th, 2025
Leader of a dangerous offense.
If last week in Seattle is any taste of what is to come, the Bucs absolutely have the offense to make a serious run at the Super Bowl. [read more]
Dan Orlovsky Very Impressed With Baker Mayfield, Emeka Egbuka
October 10th, 2025
Ex-Bucs QB big on Bucs.
If former Bucs backup quarterback Dan Orlovsky was voting for the 2025 Most Valuable Player today, he’d have two Bucs in his top five. [read more]
Thursday Bucs-49ers Injury Report
October 9th, 2025
Jamel Dean is healthy! [read more]
“I’m Not Discouraged At All”
October 9th, 2025
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Haason Reddick is gearing up for hunting season.
The Bucs signed Reddick to a $14 million free-agent contract in an effort to spruce up an inconsistent pass rush. Despite Tampa Bay’s torrid start, opposing passers have yet to feel the heat, prompting Todd Bowles to blitz on 34 percent of his defensive snaps, the fourth-highest rate in the league. [read more]
This Week’s Free Stretch Thinks Seattle Was The Gutsiest Performance Yet and Looks Aheads To Another Visit From The 49ers
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Larry Foote: SirVocea Dennis Needs Time To Develop A “Feel”
October 9th, 2025
It takes time.
A reader of JoeBucsFan.com pointed this out to Joe in the wake of the Bucs’ tremendous win over the Seahawks last week. [read more]
Todd Bowles: Kick Coverage Teams Are Operating Too Slowly
October 9th, 2025
Aqib Talib: Emeka Egbuka Shows Skills To Be A True All-Time Great
October 9th, 2025
How good is Bucs rookie receiver Emeka Egbuka?
Five-time Pro Bowl cornerback and Super Bowl-winner Aqib Talib is happy to answer that question. [read more]
“I Don’t Know If Anybody Understands How Tough This Is”
October 9th, 2025
Baker Mayfield is wowing NFL legends.
Joe hasn’t seen anything like this in a long time. [read more]
“It’s Become Normal”
October 9th, 2025
Barring a steady stream of meltdowns, eventually a makeshift offensive line morphs into something else. [read more]
Peter Schrager Explains Why Baker Mayfield Is An MVP Candidate
October 9th, 2025
More praise.
Remember when folks truly believed Kyle Trask was the answer? Fun times! [read more]
How Badly Injured Is Luke Goedeke?
October 9th, 2025
A Sept. 21 photo of Luke Goedeke.
When ESPN super insider Adam Schefter talks Bucs, Joe pays attention. [read more]
YaYa Diaby And The Chase For Double-Digit Sacks
October 9th, 2025
Gets across the line quickly.
Bucs fans are still moaning about how Sam Darnold escaped the clutches of Bucs outside linebacker YaYa Diaby in crunch time Sunday in Seattle. [read more]
Gronk Credits Baker Mayfield For Emeka Egbuka Dominance
October 9th, 2025
Emeka Egbuka
Yes, Rob Gronkowski finally figured out how to pronounce Emeka Egbuka after tanking the Bucs rookie’s name in a viral moment during a FOX studio show. [read more]
“I Love The Offense Because They Attack”
October 9th, 2025
Attacking offense.
Usually, offensive linemen, especially retired offensive linemen, like ground and pound, smashmouth football. [read more]
Emeka Egbuka: Mike Evans And Chris Godwin “Instrumental” In Development
October 9th, 2025
All smiles.
Joe is starting to get the same vibes again. [read more]
Todd Bowles Said There’s No Quarterback He’d Rather Have Than Baker Mayfield
October 9th, 2025
Special bond.
Joe can understand if there is a deep, mutual appreciation between Todd Bowles and Baker Mayfield.
And it isn’t just a coach-quarterback relationship. [read more]
