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For football fans, summer brings that awful, hollow word “hope.” And for the Bucs, that’s no different. July starts today, which means training camp is around the corner, and the defense of the Bucs seemed to have received a Bronx […] The post USA Today Not Overly Impressed With Bucs Defense (For Now) appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
So what’s the big issue sticking out like a hanging chad for the Bucs as we roll into July? There is only one. What’s happening with Baker Mayfield’s contract? Long-time NFL columnist Albert Breer of SI.com said One Buc Palace […] The post Albert Breer: Don’t Be Shocked If Bucs Extend Baker Mayfield During Training Camp appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Other than Tristan Wirfs, no NFL player has ever been named All-Pro at right and left tackle. Wirfs is a living legend in a lot of ways, a five-time Pro Bowler marching toward the Hall of Fame, though he has […] The post Tristan Wirfs Training With Greats appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Buccaneers Buccaneers OLB David Walker enters the second year of his career after being a fourth-round pick last year. Walker said the message for their entire defensive line this offseason is to rush the quarterback as one. “Just get off- that’s how we talk in the whole D-Line Room, that the number one thing is, […] The post NFC Notes: Xavier Legette, David Walker, Buccaneers, Panthers, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
So on Saturday, in what Joe thought was a positive tone on a contract extension, Baker Mayfield simply said he and the Bucs just need to find the middle ground. Mayfield didn’t seem worried. And per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, […] The post Jeremy Fowler: No Progress Between Bucs, Baker Mayfield But Neither Side Is Sweating appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
There are people out there who doubt Kyler Murray can thrive with the Minnesota Vikings, but Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield isn't one of them.
Welcome to your Morning Cup of Joe, an eye-opener to help Joe’s readers ease into their busy workday with a few football links, wacky news and a pleasant distraction. Distraction of the Day Not only is self-proclaimed MILF Dianna Russini […] The post Morning Cup Of Joe appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Buccaneers Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield said he plans to stay in the Tampa area regardless of whether he signs a new contract with the team, yet he wants to remain with the organization that he says first treated him well and reminds him of his time at Oklahoma. “I would love to be there,” Mayfield […] The post NFC Notes: Baker Mayfield, Jalon Daniels, Cesar Ruiz, Buccaneers, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Yesterday, Joe brought the first installment of the Loaf Watch series. Todd Bowles talked about Bucs “just taking plays off,” so Joe wants to look deeper into the Bucs’ post-bye games, the ones that sent Tampa Bay from a 6-2 […] The post Loaf Watch: Bills-Buccaneers appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
When a team drafts a guy in the seventh round, it is sort of a Hail Mary. It’s hard to find seventh-round picks who can make an impact as a rookie, forget making a team. For every Brock Purdy there […] The post Tez Johnson Thinks He Has Room To Grow appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
One of the Joes is a lot more pessimistic than the other when it comes to the 2026 Bucs. That doesn’t mean the Bucs cannot return to their division-winning ways. For the Joe typing here, it seems Tyler Sullivan of […] The post CBS Details “Worst Case” For 2026 Bucs appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
So what Buccaneers took plays off last season? Joe is seeking clarity beyond Lavonte David admitting to being called out for loafs and YaYa Diaby wagging a finger of shame at Bucs film. Today, Joe re-watched November’s Bucs-Patriots game with […] The post Loaf Watch: Bucs Vs. New England appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Buccaneers Buccaneers S Miles Killebrew signed on with Tampa Bay as a free agent this offseason following his time with the Steelers. Killebrew said that ST coordinator Danny Smith, who also came from Pittsburgh, was a “giant factor” in his decision to join the team. “I would say a giant factor,” Killebrew said, via Gabriel […] The post NFC Notes: Cameron Jordan, Tua Tagovailoa, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The New York Jets have one position group set to thrive in joint practices with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and it will be valuable experience before the season.
As the NFL season begins to heat up, one of the biggest questions surrounding the Tampa Bay Buccaneers has been the contract status of Baker Mayfield, who is entering the final year of a three-year, $100 million contract. On one hand, Mayfield hasn’t quite gotten the Buccaneers over the hump just yet, but his production […] The post Buccaneers’ Baker Mayfield shares crucial update on contract extension talks appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Buccaneers Bucs RB Kenneth Gainwell said that he believes the team’s offense is a perfect fit for him as a smaller, shifty back that can exploit mismatches on the perimeter. “That style of offense is built for guys that can get to the perimeter, fast guys and I think me and Bucky and Sean [Tucker] […] The post NFC Notes: Chase Young, Jalen Coker, Buccaneers, Panthers, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Buccaneers Zac Robinson enters his first season as the Buccaneers’ offensive coordinator after having the same role with the Falcons in 2024 and 2025. Tampa Bay QB Baker Mayfield is confident that Robinson’s understanding of the running game will be a huge benefit to their offense. “This is not to downplay Josh Grizzard whatsoever because […] The post NFC Notes: Zac Robinson, Tyler Shough, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
In the words of NFL.com reporter/analyst Eric Edholm, the Baker Mayfield contract squabble is nothing more than “fluff” to give folks something to talk about during the five or six weeks between underwear football season and the July start of […] The post Baker Mayfield The Best Option — Now appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Buccaneers Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield is entering the final year of his three-year contract. When asked about Mayfield, HC Todd Bowles said the quarterback has been “all about business” and doesn’t seem affected by his situation. “Baker’s business, he’s all about business. The contract stuff takes care of itself,” Bowles said via Rick Stroud of […] The post NFC Notes: Baker Mayfield, Taysom Hill, Buccaneers, Falcons, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Ira’s midweek summer Bucs buffet is warm and tasty. Enjoy! The wisdom and fun of Ira and Joe is presented by Bill Currie Ford. Click play above or listen at Apple Podcasts or Podbean.com. Many other platforms, too, including iHeartRadio. […] The post Ira Kaufman Talks Defensive Changes, More Blame Thrown At Todd Bowles, Fitness Speculation, Gameday Radio Change, The Greg Gaines Files, And More appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Joe wonders what Team Glazer and Buccaneers Ring of Honor general manager Jason Licht think when they hear all the national-analyst calls to pay Baker Mayfield a market value contract. Mayfield seems like a very reasonable guy, so for him […] The post “He Should Have A Spot In The $50 Million Club” appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Linebacker Larry Foote was a key piece of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense in the 2000s, helping them win two Super Bowls. While he retired following the 2014 season, he’s still been in the NFL, only as a coach. He’s currently with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as their run game coordinator and outside linebackers coach. Bruce […]
Buccaneers Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield isn’t taking too kindly to questions about whether he will start the first game of the season. “I started every game last year … the last three years,” Mayfield said, via Jenna Laine of ESPN. “I don’t know if that should ever be a question.” “No, pretty much the same, […] The post NFC Notes: Cam Jordan, Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers, Panthers, Saints appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Two Steelers greats took serious shots at Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles. Remember when Joe shared how Bowles referenced last week that Bucs players took plays off when the team had a lead? Yeah, Joe is still dry heaving. And […] The post “That’s A Coaching Thing” appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Yesterday was Christmas in June for Joe. Normally, there is a Christmas in July: No, not sales at Walmart. But July is when Warren Sharp’s Football Preview annual comes out. It’s loaded with strong analysis and really, really deep-diving stats. […] The post Warren Sharp: Revolving Door At Offensive Coordinator Puts Pressure On Todd Bowles appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .