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Chris Godwin Talks Health, Contract Issues, Mike Evans
The senior member of the Buccaneers roster was speaking today after Day 1 of training camp practice. Veteran receiver Chris Godwin, a future Buccaneers Ring of Honor member, was a third-round draft pick in 2017. He’s still around and, damn, […] The post Chris Godwin Talks Health, Contract Issues, Mike Evans appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Todd Bowles Still Looking For A Corner
UPDATED: You may have heard Benjamin Morrison is dealing with a tender hamstring. Why does Joe have the feeling he will be typing about that several times over the next five months? So already the cornerback position is thin for […] The post Todd Bowles Still Looking For A Corner appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Zyon McCollum “Interception” Was Really A Rueben Bain Sack
Joe is advising fans to wave off reports of a Zyon McCollum interception at Day 1 of minicamp practice today. Yes, McCollum caught the pass out at the right sideline thrown by Baker Mayfield, but in the real world, rookie […] The post Zyon McCollum “Interception” Was Really A Rueben Bain Sack appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
A Chris Braswell Sighting!
Maybe Jason Licht was right? At the 2025 combine, the Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager famously boasted on the “Ira Kaufman Podcast” that Chris Braswell, the 2024 second-round pick of the Bucs, was going to shock people. The only shock was […] The post A Chris Braswell Sighting! appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Benjamin Morrison Has A Hamstring Injury
Is it too early to call Benjamin Morrison injury-prone? Morrison was at Day 1 of training camp practice today but was limited on the field. Sadly, that was not a surprise. “They’re still working on his hamstring a little bit […] The post Benjamin Morrison Has A Hamstring Injury appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
(Allegedly) Vita Vea Has A “Tweaked” Back
Joe loves the gamesmanship. Vita “Trade Me” Vea, the Buccaneers’ manbeast defensive tackle, didn’t practice today during Day 1 of training camp. He did, however, stand on the field and watch. He also grabbed a blocking pad at one point […] The post (Allegedly) Vita Vea Has A “Tweaked” Back appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Tristan Wirfs Has A Hamstring Injury
Buccaneers All-World left tackle Tristan Wirfs didn’t answer the bell for Day 1 of training camp. Todd Bowles said Wirfs tweaked a hamstring in a report-for-duty running test yesterday. Wirfs, per Bowles, stayed off the field today and was inside […] The post Tristan Wirfs Has A Hamstring Injury appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Day 1 Training Camp Practice Notes
Ahhhh, the sweet smell of cut grass at One Buc Palace. Practice is on and Joe is taking notes. *It’s a complete underwear football session and will be all week. No pads. No real football. *It’s “friends and family” day […] The post Day 1 Training Camp Practice Notes appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
NFL Teams Don’t Believe Jason Licht Will Trade Vita Vea
It seems recent history says, both league-wide and with the Bucs, Pro Bowl defensive tackle Vita Vea likely isn’t going anywhere. For now. This week, explosive news erupted when Vea, through his camp, demanded a trade from Tampa Bay. Vea […] The post NFL Teams Don’t Believe Jason Licht Will Trade Vita Vea appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Bucs Football Is Back!
We’ve made it. It annoys Joe how America’s favorite sport has the longest offseason. Maybe that’s why it is so popular? You know, like the hot chick next door who teases you for months and then out of the blue […] The post Bucs Football Is Back! appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Heavy Left Side Workload Coming For Rueben Bain
Buccaneers training camp Day 1 has arrived and media and fan eyes will be locked in on first-round draft pick Rueben Bain — and to see if Vita Vea is on the sidelines eating almond butter while his teammates battle […] The post Heavy Left Side Workload Coming For Rueben Bain appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Eric Mangini Thinks Jason Licht Is Playing His Cards Right
Joe doesn’t know if this is an example of the Patriot Way where former colleagues make sure to gas up a past comrade while working in the media (like Michael Lombardi used to do with anyone from the Parcells/Belicheat tree). […] The post Eric Mangini Thinks Jason Licht Is Playing His Cards Right appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Adam Schefter: Vita Vea Is Just Making “Noise”
Does Vita Vea really hate the Bucs and really hate his teammates and really hate Todd Bowles? One NFL uber insider seems dubious. Bucs Pro Bowl defensive tackle Vita Vea demanded a trade Monday night. His wish is tied to […] The post Adam Schefter: Vita Vea Is Just Making “Noise” appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Morning Cup Of Joe
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 AR-15 still wants out of Indianapolis and […] The post Morning Cup Of Joe appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Big Opening Week For Benjamin Morrison
The Bucs want and expect 22-year-old cornerback Benjamin Morrison to compete for a starting job this morning when training camp kicks off. But what if last year’s second-round pick is still hurt after a mysterious spring injury, or if he […] The post Big Opening Week For Benjamin Morrison appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Vita Vea And Team Glazer Loot
So will Vita Vea get his wish and have Ndamukong Suh’s his demands met and be shipped out of town? One former NFL suit has doubts. Former Bears scouting director Greg Gabriel took to Twitter yesterday morning to sort of […] The post Vita Vea And Team Glazer Loot appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Catch Up On Your Ira Kaufman Podcast Listening!
Missed Tuesday’s episode? Catch up! The wisdom and fun of Ira and Joe is presented by Bill Currie Ford. Listen at JoeBucsFan.com or at Apple Podcasts or Podbean.com. Many other platforms, too, including iHeartRadio. The post Catch Up On Your Ira Kaufman Podcast Listening! appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Vita Vea Reported To Training Camp
Today was player check-in day at One Buc Palace for the start of the 2026 season. The first training camp practice is tomorrow. One guy who showed up, per what Joe was told and per a Buccaneers.com photo array of […] The post Vita Vea Reported To Training Camp appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Six Teams That “Should Call” For Vita Vea
Vita Vea is a commodity, one that asked for a trade out of One Buc Palace yesterday. It’s a sad state of affairs for Bucs fans. Vea was a fan favorite for eight years. He’s delivered special moments and he’s […] The post Six Teams That “Should Call” For Vita Vea appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Report: Baker Mayfield Contract Extension Talks “Are Finished”
Joe’s not buying it, but it’s out there. Reporter Greg Auman of FoxSports.com writes Baker Mayfield and the Bucs are no longer negotiating a new deal to keep him in Tampa after his 2026 contract expires. “Any talks of a […] The post Report: Baker Mayfield Contract Extension Talks “Are Finished” appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Make The Call!
Flash poll posted at 11:50 a.m. Poll closed at 3:58 p.m. The post Make The Call! appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Ira Kaufman Talks Baker Mayfield Showdown, Christian Roseboom, Identifies Three Key Training Camp Figures, Has A Ted Hurst Argument, And More
Buccaneers players reported for work today and training camp kicks off tomorrow. A feisty podcast sets the stage. Enjoy! The wisdom and fun of Ira and Joe is presented by Bill Currie Ford. Click play above or listen at Apple […] The post Ira Kaufman Talks Baker Mayfield Showdown, Christian Roseboom, Identifies Three Key Training Camp Figures, Has A Ted Hurst Argument, And More appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Get The Facts
Dr. James DeRespino and Center For Men’s Health have long supported JoeBucsFan.com. Thanks, Dr. Jim! With so many offices across the Tampa Bay area, Center For Men’s Health makes getting quality care easy. Please visit C4MH.com today. Their website is […] The post Get The Facts appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
ESPN: No “Significant” Progress In Bucs-Baker Mayfield Talks
Well, we know one guy in a contract hassle with the Bucs isn’t going to hold out. Or likely hold-in. That would be Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield. This, despite him and the Bucs not yet agreeing to a contract extension. […] The post ESPN: No “Significant” Progress In Bucs-Baker Mayfield Talks appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
“Big Cat:” “No One Believes In” Todd Bowles
OK, it’s time to chum the waters. For the first time in years, Joe is actually looking forward to Bucs training camp. Yeah, for many, the start of training camp means football is here. The Joe typing here still has […] The post “Big Cat:” “No One Believes In” Todd Bowles appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
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