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Bucs v. Panthers: Week 2 Preview

Embed from Getty Images Bucs fans have had his game circled on their calendars since around about May, when He Who Shall Not Be Named was cut and subsequently signed with our division rival. Division games are always tough. Add … Continue reading

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Bucs v. 49ers: Week 1 Preview

Embed from Getty Images The season is finally here, and what better opponent to face off in the season opener than the San Francisco 49ers. A team in rebuild mode with something to prove, the 49ers want a rematch after … Continue reading

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Preseason matters

As the owners of the NFL lobby for an 18-game season, thereby eliminating two preseason games, the question has once again emerged: Does preseason really matter? Detractors say no; preseason games are ugly, sloppy, increase the risk of injury, don’t … Continue reading

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Bucs at Dallas: Preseason Week 4 preview

Embed from Getty Images The regular season is just around the corner. The only thing standing in the way of real, actual football is the Bucs Week 4 matchup against Dallas. The Buccaneers travel to Dallas, where contract disputes and … Continue reading

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Preseason Week 3 Preview: Bucs face Browns

Embed from Getty Images The Buccaneers Week 3 matchup against the Browns remains the most highly anticipated game of our preseason. We’ll get to see the starters for an extended period, although for how long is still TBD. We have … Continue reading

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Preseason standouts so far

Embed from Getty Images Besides the obvious standouts in preseason weeks 1 and 2 there have been a few unheralded players that should be pointed out. There are also a few players who should be called out to step up … Continue reading

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In Bruce we trust: Tampa’s winningest coach

Embed from Getty Images Bucs fans everywhere rejoiced when the team acquired Bruce Arians as its new head coach. I’ve never seen optimism this high in my ten years as a fan. I’ve never felt this much optimism myself. However, … Continue reading

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Jameis Winston and The Quarterback Whisperer: Does the Buccaneer QB have what it takes to be a successful NFL quarterback?

Embed from Getty Images One of the things I love about Bruce Arians is that he’s an open book. Literally. I mean, the man wrote a freakin’ book. Typically, you get a new head coach that is all coach-speak and you spend … Continue reading

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How much of an impact has Gerald McCoy had? We delve into the only stats that matter: Wins and Losses

Embed from Getty Images It appears DT Gerald McCoy’s tenure with the Bucs is coming to a close. The fan base remains largely divided about his departure and his contributions to the team. His career with the Bucs has been successful on the … Continue reading

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A look at Bruce Arians’ coaching staff: Defense & Special Teams (Part 2 of 2)

In our last piece, we went through the resumes of all Bruce Arians’ offensive coaching staff. This piece will focus on the defense and special teams. While the defense is Todd Bowles’ defense, Bruce ensured the defensive and special teams … Continue reading

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