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Grading The Draft: 1999
2008-05-28 23:07:00 I decided to really take a close look at how good the Eagles have been at finding talent in the NFL draft. I will go over every draft since Andy Reid has been here, and give each player a grade. Now keep in mind Andy Reid has only technically been the GM since 2002, but he ...
Ex-Buccaneer found dead
2008-05-27 10:48:00 Who killed Thomas McHale? That is the question on everyone’s mind as police are searching for clues about the former Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ player’s death. The 45 year old player was discovered dead at a friend’s home as told by the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office in the wee hours of Sunday morning in the vicinity ...
By: Football IMO
Tampa Bay Buccaneers OTA Nuggets, News, and Rumors
2008-05-22 13:00:00 Former USF WR Amarri Jackson knows special teams is where he can at least catch on with the Bucs, he's also nervous around the veterans That's something you don't hear a whole lot of, professional athletes being nervous amongst their peers. I guess that happens when a player like Derrick Brooks is telling you how to approach the weight room... If a couple receivers don't shine early on, Jackson might have a better shot to bypass special teams than he realizes Earnest Graham continues to miss Voluntary Workout after Voluntary workout. He's supposedly holding out for more money.. Valrico Rick from the Bucs Beat comments section nails Graham's situation on the head. He compares Earnest to Errict Rhett of Bucs lore.. Rhett had even more success than Graham in one season (amassing over 1200 yards), his agent advised him to hold out for more money, in stepped Rookie RB Warrick Dunn and thats all she wrote... Like Rick points out, guess who's back in a Bucs uni?? exactly Amarri Ja...
By: Buc'Em
Linc?d Up May 20th, 2008
2008-05-20 09:36:00 The Flyers got blown out, the Phillies frustrate you, Barkley is a dope, the Eagles red zone was not so bad, there have been 100 consecutive losing seasons in Philadelphia, and plenty of news from around the NFL. Here is the photoshopped picture of DeSean Jackson flying. Thanks to EaglesFans.com for this. Lincs to check out: The Flyers ...
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Ring of Honor to get under way
2008-05-18 16:00:00 Back in February I ran a poll on whether this fan base thought the Tampa Bay Buccaneers should have a Ring of Honor, 90% of the fans voted yes to the idea. Several of you have clamored to construct our own Ring of Honor? Well let?s do it. I think we should construct it as such: The organization only spans back to 1976, so rather than picking one player every 8 years as previously suggested, let?s pick player(s) from each decade (in other words segment it to the 70?s, 80?s, and so forth). I know a couple of you worried about having a Ring of Honor of over 50 strong, with a overall team record of (196-303-1) I don?t think we?ll have that problem, though I could be wrong. I?m open to criteria for the Ring of Honor as well, but I figured we would just go on statistics and fan recognition. If you want it more sophisticated we can do that. I wanted to preface this task with the fact that I?ve been a fan since 1996 (13 years old). Prior to that I was enamored with the Cowboys and 49er...
By: Buc'Em
Pewter Report with a Pewter Petition for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2008-05-08 13:00:00 Buc 'Em contributer Stixx has pointed out in the past that we should attempt to put together some type of Buccaneers "Ring of Honor" ... the fellas from the Pewter Report have one upped Stixx and started a petition for Bucs Fans to electronically sign in order to get the Franchise to (A) - Put up a "Ring of Honor" around the stadium facing the field with Bucs Greats and their Retired Jersey numbers for all stadium guests to see -OR- (B) Have the Bucs install a "Bucs Hall of Fame" at Ray Jay or One Buc Place "where fans can view historic Bucs memorabilia, watch some of the team?s best highlights and see the Lombardi Trophy". The results of the petition are currently available at the Pewter Report. 81% of 1200+ voters are craving the "Bucs Ring of Honor" and I have to agree with them. It would be sweeet to see some Jersey Numbers and Names hanging around Raymond James Stadium. The Pewter Report plans to turnover the petition to the Buccaneers Franchise at seasons end in hopes of star...
By: Buc'Em
With the 20th Pick in the NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select....
2008-04-28 01:32:00 No. 20 Presented by Buc'Em Aqib Talib Cornerback Kansas Man what a mind blower... I saw WR Devin Thomas on the cell phone and had his jersey ready to go, then Goodell says Talib and it was on... I'm not going to pretend like i know these guys better than our scouts and Monte Kiffin. If Talib is the guy, obviously he's the guy.. ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS, WR Jordy Nelson ate his ASS up on the football field.. Jordy Nelson is a 2nd-3rd round prospect... Just sayin'..ESPN.com's Jeremy Green on the Bucs drafting Kansas CB Aqib Talib: That 2nd Round pick has got to be OFFENSE!!! Aqib Talib, CB, Kansas, 6'2, 205 Emerged as an elite cornerback early in the season, but struggled down the stretch against bigger receivers. Has good speed and great agility. Is a talker and a vocal leader. Mature for his age. Needs work in man coverage. - New Era ScoutingCB Aqib Talib :: 1st-to-Early 2nd Talib is the cream of this Kansas crop of draftees, having once been thought of by NFL "expert...
By: Buc'Em
With the 58th Pick in the NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select....
2008-04-28 01:32:00 No. 58 Presented by Buc'Em Dexter Jackson Wide Receiver Appalachian State I gotta be honest, with Wide Receiver after Wide Receiver coming off the board, i had my doubts. I was depressed when DJax1 (DeSean Jackson) got taken two picks ahead of us (Damn you Philly). My confidence was restored however when DJax2 (Dexter Jackson) got drafted by the Bucs. He doesnt have that shifty ability most smaller WR's like him have, but he does have blazing speed. If you're not familiar with DJax he played on that same Appalachian State team that beat down the Michigan Wolverines and single handedly knocked Lloyd Carr out of a job (of course he had pretty much sealed his fate prior to that ball game).One of the Videos below is 9 MINUTES LONG, so you may want to grab some popcorn. The Appalachian "Ultimate Highlight" Video is a must-see. It's great to add a competitor like that to this ball club. I think in DJax and Aqib we have two athletes that are hungry. They had to truly give their ...
By: Buc'Em
With the 83rd Pick in the NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select....
2008-04-28 01:32:00 No. 83 Presented by Buc'Em Jeremy Zuttah Offensive Guard Rutgers I like the Bucs Pick, its not a pretty pick, but it provides depth on the line and we always need that. Arron Sears missed time at Guard last year and Luke Petitgout missed the entire year at Tackle. Zuttah can play both positions and helped Rutgers RB Ray Rice achieve the individual success he has...Checkout the Hog Mollie below... Are you kidding me!?!I would have liked a Defensive Tackle here, but you cant really argue with adding depth to the offensive line. Especially when you do it with a guy who's as durable as Zuttah. "I'm very physically mature but I'm only 21-years old," Zuttah said. "I'm strong, I'm fast, I think I'm physically ready. It's just how fast I can learn the system. That's also one of my strengths, my intelligence, so I can learn it quickly. I guess the speed of the game will be different, too." - Rick Stroud of the St. Pete Times Jeremy Zuttah, OT, Rutgers, 6'4, 290 A very experi...
By: Buc'Em
With the 115th Pick in the NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select....
2008-04-28 01:32:00 No. 115 Presented by Buc'Em Dre Moore Defensive Tackle Maryland Apparently the Bucs traded their two 5th Round Picks (145 & 158) to the Cowboys for their 5th Round Pick (153) and 6th Round Pick (175)... And of course they swapped 4th Round Picks straight up. Should be interesting as DT Red Bryant just went off the board and we shall see him when we play the Seahawks.Again, its hard to question Monte Kiffin. I was hoping to see them pick up a Red Bryant type as he seems to have more fight in him, but Dre Moore is certainly capable of contributing on the lineDre Moore, DT, Maryland, 6'4, 311 Moore is a quick and powerful defensive tackle who could play inside in a 4-3 or end in a 3-4. Is raw in his development and will likely have to start out in a rotation before transitioning into a starter?s role. Will have to get much nastier. - New Era Scouting
By: Buc'Em
With the 160th Pick in the NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select....
2008-04-28 01:31:00 No. 160 Presented by Buc'Em Josh Johnson Quarterback San Diego We all knew this was going to happen. Some more than others. Gruden can't resist it and Allen cant hold him back apparently. I actually like Johnson, love his mobility, and think he fits into Gruden's offense... This instantly marks the END to Chris Simms and Bruce Gradkowski's careers as Buccaneers. I'm sad to see the door close on Simms, as I think with a good line, he can be a very serviceable QB. As for Bruce, don't let the door hit you where the good lord split you... Way to go Ghosthippo on calling this pick early in the off-season... Josh Johnson, QB, San Diego, 6'3, 195 Prolific passer with good mobility and phenomenal arm strength. Very quick release. Gets through his progressions well. Smart. Makes very few mistakes with the ball. Almost never throws an interception. Playing against D-II competition. - New Era Scouting
By: Buc'Em
With the 175th Pick in the NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select....
2008-04-28 01:31:00 No. 175 Presented by Buc'Em Geno Hayes Linebacker Florida State This pick is tough for me. As an avid Florida State Fan (you guys know this), I tend to hold our players in a higher light. Like a father does with his kids. With Geno early on in his career he was a great competitor, often playing above his abilities. He really took a step back his junior season. Alot of games he faded into the back ground. He had off the field issues (an altercation at a local bar with a cop, who hasnt?). Going into the Florida game, Geno went on the record saying he was ready to punish QB Tim Tebow and the Gators. The outcome? He finished the game with 1 tackle.. I'm not sure about this pick. Either Geno makes the team or he doesnt.. There's no in between with this guy.. I hope he's ready -->Geno Hayes, OLB, Florida State, 6'2, 218 Skinny and athletic outside linebacker who plays with tenacity. Appears unstoppable at times. Makes a lot of plays due to his excellent lateral speed. Team le...
By: Buc'Em
With the 238th Pick in the NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select....
2008-04-28 00:12:00 No. 238 Presented by Buc'Em Cory Boyd Runningback South Carolina Mr. Irrelevant for the Bucs 2008 NFL Draft ends up being South Carolina's RB Cory Boyd. Why the Bucs drafted him, I DONT KNOW.. If Kenneth Darby from last season couldnt crack the line-up, nor will Mr. Boyd. Welcome to the team though.. Corey Boyd, RB, South Carolina, 6'1, 214 Nice size, speed combination. Runs hard and will break a lot of tackles. Doesn?t have a lot of burst to the outside. Has a frame to get even bigger. Average receiver. Questionable heart and ability to take pressure from coaches. Disappointed as a senior. - New Era Scouting
By: Buc'Em
With the 175th Pick in the NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select....
2008-04-27 23:02:00 No. 175 Presented by Buc'Em Geno Hayes Linebacker Florida State This pick is tough for me. As an avid Florida State Fan (you guys know this), I tend to hold our players in a higher light. Like a father does with his kids. With Geno early on in his career he was a great competitor, often playing above his abilities. He really took a step back his junior season. Alot of games he faded into the back ground. He had off the field issues (an altercation at a local bar with a cop, who hasnt?). Going into the Florida game, Geno went on the record saying he was ready to punish QB Tim Tebow and the Gators. The outcome? He finished the game with 1 tackle.. I'm not sure about this pick. Either Geno makes the team or he doesnt.. There's no in between with this guy.. I hope he's ready --> Geno Hayes, OLB, Florida State, 6'2, 218 Skinny and athletic outside linebacker who plays with tenacity. Appears unstoppable at times. Makes a lot of plays due to his excelle...
By: Buc'Em
With the 160th Pick in the NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select....
2008-04-27 22:03:00 No. 160 Presented by Buc'Em Josh Johnson Quarterback San Diego We all knew this was going to happen. Some more than others. Gruden can't resist it and Allen cant hold him back apparently. I actually like Johnson, love his mobility, and think he fits into Gruden's offense... This instantly marks the END to Chris Simms and Bruce Gradkowski's careers as Buccaneers. I'm sad to see the door close on Simms, as I think with a good line, he can be a very serviceable QB. As for Bruce, don't let the door hit you where the good lord split you... Way to go Ghosthippo on calling this pick early in the off-season... Josh Johnson, QB, San Diego, 6'3, 195 Prolific passer with good mobility and phenomenal arm strength. Very quick release. Gets through his progressions well. Smart. Makes very few mistakes with the ball. Almost never throws an interception. Playing against D-II competition. - New Era Scouting
By: Buc'Em
Patriots Swap Picks; Take Slater At 153
2008-04-27 20:49:00 The New England Patriots made a trade with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for the 153rd pick overall. The Patriots traded their 2008 5th round pick (160th overall) and 2008 7th round pick (238th overall) for the Buccaneers’ 2008 5th round selection (153rd overall). And no, the Patriots didn’t take A.C. Slater of “Saved by the Bell” ...
By: Random Thoughts
With the 115th Pick in the NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select....
2008-04-27 19:46:00 No. 115 Presented by Buc'Em Dre Moore Defensive Tackle Maryland Apparently the Bucs traded their two 5th Round Picks (145 & 158) to the Cowboys for their 5th Round Pick (153) and 6th Round Pick (175)... And of course they swapped 4th Round Picks straight up. Should be interesting as DT Red Bryant just went off the board and we shall see him when we play the Seahawks. Again, its hard to question Monte Kiffin. I was hoping to see them pick up a Red Bryant type as he seems to have more fight in him, but Dre Moore is certainly capable of contributing on the line Dre Moore, DT, Maryland, 6'4, 311 Moore is a quick and powerful defensive tackle who could play inside in a 4-3 or end in a 3-4. Is raw in his development and will likely have to start out in a rotation before transitioning into a starter’s role. Will have to get much nastier. - New Era Scouting
By: Buc'Em
With the 83rd Pick in the NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select....
2008-04-27 18:36:00 No. 83 Presented by Buc'Em Jeremy Zuttah Offensive Guard Rutgers I like the Bucs Pick, its not a pretty pick, but it provides depth on the line and we always need that. Arron Sears missed time at Guard last year and Luke Petitgout missed the entire year at Tackle. Zuttah can play both positions and helped Rutgers RB Ray Rice achieve the individual success he has... Checkout the Hog Mollie below... Are you kidding me!?! I would have liked a Defensive Tackle here, but you cant really argue with adding depth to the offensive line. Especially when you do it with a guy who's as durable as Zuttah. "I'm very physically mature but I'm only 21-years old," Zuttah said. "I'm strong, I'm fast, I think I'm physically ready. It's just how fast I can learn the system. That's also one of my strengths, my intelligence, so I can learn it quickly. I guess the speed of the game will be different, too." - Rick Stroud of the St. Pete Times Jeremy Zuttah, OT, Rutgers, ...
By: Buc'Em
With the 58th Pick in the NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select....
2008-04-27 05:33:00 No. 58 Presented by Buc'Em Dexter Jackson Wide Receiver Appalachian State I gotta be honest, with Wide Receiver after Wide Receiver coming off the board, i had my doubts. I was depressed when DJax1 (DeSean Jackson) got taken two picks ahead of us (Damn you Philly). My confidence was restored however when DJax2 (Dexter Jackson) got drafted by the Bucs. He doesnt have that shifty ability most smaller WR's like him have, but he does have blazing speed. If you're not familiar with DJax he played on that same Appalachian State team that beat down the Michigan Wolverines and single handedly knocked Lloyd Carr out of a job (of course he had pretty much sealed his fate prior to that ball game). One of the Videos below is 9 MINUTES LONG, so you may want to grab some popcorn. The Appalachian "Ultimate Highlight" Video is a must-see. It's great to add a competitor like that to this ball club. I think in DJax and Aqib we have two athletes that are hungry. They had to ...
By: Buc'Em
With the 20th Pick in the NFL Draft, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select....
2008-04-27 00:22:00 No. 20 Presented by Buc'Em Aqib Talib Cornerback Kansas Man what a mind blower... I saw WR Devin Thomas on the cell phone and had his jersey ready to go, then Goodell says Talib and it was on... I'm not going to pretend like i know these guys better than our scouts and Monte Kiffin. If Talib is the guy, obviously he's the guy.. ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS, WR Jordy Nelson ate his ASS up on the football field.. Jordy Nelson is a 2nd-3rd round prospect... Just sayin'.. ESPN.com's Jeremy Green on the Bucs drafting Kansas CB Aqib Talib: That 2nd Round pick has got to be OFFENSE!!! Aqib Talib, CB, Kansas, 6'2, 205 Emerged as an elite cornerback early in the season, but struggled down the stretch against bigger receivers. Has good speed and great agility. Is a talker and a vocal leader. Mature for his age. Needs work in man coverage. - New Era Scouting CB Aqib Talib :: 1st-to-Early 2nd Talib is the cream of this Kansas crop of draftees, having o...
By: Buc'Em
Lito Sheppard Visited Tampa Bay
2008-04-25 06:28:00 Jay Glazer of FOXSports.com is reporting that Lito Sheppard visited with the Buccaneers on Wednesday, and they are currently the front runner to deal for the 26 year old corner back. Glazer reports that the deal would be Lito for a 2nd round pick and a player. Sources I have talked to say that player would be ...
Tampa Bay Buccaneers 2008 Schedule Released
2008-04-16 06:10:00 2008 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Schedule Date Opponent Location Sunday Sept. 7th 1:00PM New Orleans Saints Superdome Sunday Sept. 14th 4:05PM Atlanta Falcons Raymond James Stadium Sunday Sept. 21st 1:00PM Chicago Bears Soldier Field Sunday Sept. 28th 1:00PM Green Bay Packers Raymond James Stadium Sunday Oct. 5th 4:05PM Denver Broncos Invesco Field Sunday Oct. 12th 1:00PM Carolina Panthers Raymond James Stadium Sunday Oct. 19th 8:15PM Seattle Seahawks Raymond James Stadium Sunday Oct. 26th 1:00PM Dallas Cowboys Texas Stadium Sunday Nov. 2nd 1:00PM Kansas City Chiefs Arrowhead Stadium Sunday Nov. 9th -- Bye Week -- Sunday Nov. 16th 1:00PM Minnesota Vikings Raymond James Stadium Sunday Nov. 23rd 1:00PM Detroit Lions Ford Field Sunday Nov. 30th 1:00PM New Orleans Saints Raymond James Stadium Monday Dec. 8th 8:30PM Carolina Panthers Ba...
By: Buc'Em
Don't bank on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Drafting a WR in the 1st Round of th
2008-04-14 16:48:00 Don't be surprised if the Bucs pass on drafting a Wide Receiver with that First Round Draft Pick they possess... I know, I know, it pisses me off as well, but look at the current landscape: Joey Galloway - Hands down #1 WR on the team Ike Hilliard - 3rd down possession receiver, he's deserving of a spot and will start Antonio Bryant - he wasn't brought in to challenge the scout team Maurice Stovall - an injury prematurely ended his season last year Michael Clayton - This is his MAKE or BREAK Year, honestly it is. Put up or shut up Paris Warren - He looked great last Pre-Season missed all of '07 with a leg injury I know what you're thinking, outside of Joey Galloway, none of those guys should be guaranteed a thing and I agree with you, but I don't think Jon Gruden and company agree with our assessment. Heck even QB Jeff Garcia said he'd like to see Clayton and Stovall get more opportunities... So who will the Bucs target with that 1st Round Draft Pick? Y...
By: Buc'Em
The Phinsider Community Mock Draft: Pick #20 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2008-04-10 18:31:00 With the 19th pick in The Phinsider Community Mock Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles select DeSean Jackson, WR, Cal. Jackson pulled away, picking up 41% of the vote. Two wide receivers placed 3nd and 3rd, with Limas Sweed getting 22% of the vote and Devin Thomas getting 18%. So the 5 most recent picks look like this: 15. Detroit Lions - Jonathan Stewart, RB, Oregon (29%) 16. Arizona Cardinals - Leodis McKelvin, CB, Troy (57%) 17. Minnesota Vikings - Derrick Hervey, DE, Florida (58%) 18. Houston Texans - Branden Albert, G/T, Virginia (28%) 19. Philadelphia Eagies - DeSean Jackson, WR, Cal To see the entire draft so far, click here. Up next, with pick #20, are the Buccaneers. For all things Buccaneers, head to Buc 'Em. Below are their draft needs, courtesy of NFL Draft Countdown: 1. Defensive Tackle: The days of Warren Sapp & Booger McFarland wreaking havoc in the middle are long gone and now they've been replaced by Ch...
By: The Phinsider
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Pre-Season Games Announced
2008-04-04 14:22:00 Home Away New England Patriots Sunday Aug. 17th Miami Dolphins Friday Aug. 8th Jacksonville Jaguars Friday Aug. 22nd Houston Texans Friday Aug. 29th The Tampa Bay Buccaneers 2008 Pre-Season Schedule has been released and if it looks familiar to you, thats because it should. The Bucs played the exact same schedule last season. The only difference is that they'll be playing J-Ville at home and playing the Dolphins away... Hope you werent anticipating the schedule... If the rumors of the Bucs potentially spinning QB Chris Simms off to the Miami Dolphins holds true, maybe the Pre-Season Opener will be interesting for half a quarter (after that the reserves will be on the field). In another jaw-dropper, Bucs S/CB Eugene Wilson could show the Patriots why they shouldnt have let him go in the 2nd week of the pre-season. Okay let me stop talking up the Pre-Season... It's the Pre-Season afterall..
By: Buc'Em
Draft Buzz: Players the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are interested in
2008-04-04 13:59:00 ...UPDATE... (New Targets highlighted as of 4/3/08)Who might the Tampa Bay Buccaneers look at in this month's NFL Draft? Just take a look below at the list of players the Bucs are rumored to be interested in: WR James Hardy (Indiana) 6'6, 220lbs - Long-striding possession receiver. Hands are a little suspect, but he'll fight for the ball in a crowd of defenders. Shows good footwork to keep in bounds. Route running needs improvement. Will round off too much and doesn't do a good job juking defenders. Isn't very fast or shift. Somewhat physical after the catch. WR Andre Caldwell (Florida) 6'1, 200lbs - Big-framed receiver who has a burst in the short area game. Rarely gets jammed. Displays good body control to keep his balance and work routes correctly. Hands are good but not great. Not much of a playmaker after the catch. Should buck the trend on Gators receivers. WR Dexter Jackson (Appalachian State) 5'10, 180lbs - Jackson, who doubles as a track star, displays e...
By: Buc'Em
In The Red Zone - Patriots Preseason Schedule
2008-04-03 20:45:00 The NFL has released the New England Patriots 2008 preseason schedule. They will have two games at home and two on the road. Here is how the schedule breaks down. Week 1 (August 7-11) Ravens at Patriots (TBA) Week 2 (August 14-18) Patriots at Buccaneers (Aug. 17, NFL Network, 8 p.m.) Week 3 (Aug. 21-25) Eagles at Patriots (TBA) Week 4 (Aug. ...
By: Random Thoughts
Tampa Bay Buccaneers stuck with only 5 Draft Picks
2008-04-02 13:59:00 I hope you didn't bank on the Bucs receiving compensatory picks to help aide those 5 Draft Picks the team has for this month's NFL Draft... Per Buccaneers.com:Tampa Bay was not one of the 15 teams that received compensatory picks. That list was distributed by the NFL on Monday, and Baltimore and Cincinnati led the way with four additional picks each. This marks the first time in eight years that the Bucs have not been on that list. From 2001-07, the Bucs collected a total of 12 compensatory picks. Of course, the fact that Tampa Bay is one of the 17 teams without draft pick compensation means there was nothing to be compensated for. The system of compensatory picks was introduced with the new Collective Bargaining Agreement in 1993 - yes, the CBA that brought true free agency to the NFL. The additional picks are meant to make up for a net roster loss in free agency the year before. Last year, according to the complicated formula utilized by the NFL's Management Council, the Buc...
By: Buc'Em
Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the Clock Today? ESPN's Clock..
2008-03-27 12:50:00 ESPN and more specifically Sportscenter will put the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the Clock this afternoon (I'm assuming during the 6pm Sportscenter). Mel Kiper and a host of others will dissect the Bucs intentions for Draft Day. This should be an interesting show to watch. Will they truly have a handle on the Bucs needs? Or will they skim over the teams true needs and propose some crazy draft picks? At any rate, tune in to ESPN's 6pm Sportscenter and maybe, just maybe Mel Kiper and crew will tell us something we don't know. I'll attempt a recap here tonight, but I get home around 6ish sooo I'll try...
By: Buc'Em
Tampa Bay Buccaneers to receive more Draft Picks this year?
2008-03-26 12:38:00 With only 5 Draft Picks for next months NFL Draft, it wouldnt hurt to be handed a couple more picks... That might just happen; the NFL plans to hand out Compensatory Picks over the next two weeks. The Picks will be awarded from the 4th Round on.. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have no clue as to whether they will receive any Compensatory Picks. These are called Compensatory Picks, not Sympathy Picks.. If you think just because the Bucs got hosed (in reality BRUCE ALLEN hosed himself) when dealing a 7th Round Pick for a RETIRED QB, think again, the league won't "Compensate" for that ignorance.. You gotta hope they throw us a bone pick however..
By: Buc'Em
Draft Buzz: Players the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are interested in...
2008-03-24 12:47:00 Who might the Tampa Bay Buccaneers look at in next month's NFL Draft? Just take a look below at the list of players the Bucs are rumored to be interested in: WR Andre Caldwell (Florida) 6'1, 200lbs - Big-framed receiver who has a burst in the short area game. Rarely gets jammed. Displays good body control to keep his balance and work routes correctly. Hands are good but not great. Not much of a playmaker after the catch. Should buck the trend on Gators receivers. WR Jordy Nelson (Kansas State) 6'2, 213lbs - A former walk-on who has worked into an All-American. Great in the slot. Good hands and speed. Very elusive. Consistent route runner who finds openings and reads the defense well. Will be a great asset as a slot receiver and special teams ace. WR Devin Thomas (Michigan State) 6’2, 215lbs - This year, Thomas has emerged as one of the top receivers in the nation. He has good size, and while not a burner, he has enough speed to make plays downfield. Thomas, a junior ...
By: Buc'Em
2008 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Draft Order
2008-03-23 16:06:00 Below and in this site's left sidebar you'll find the Bucs 2008 Draft Order.. It's a bit more normal than last season's (2) picks in the 2nd Round and (3) picks in the 7th Round. I think the Bucs need immediate help and further depth at the following positions (listed in order of importance): Wide Receiver, Cornerback, Punt/Kick Returner, Defensive Tackle, Offensive Line, and Tight End. We've got (6) Quarterbacks (forget that position), (5) Runningbacks (Dunn, Bennett, Graham, Williams, and Darby to an extent I guess), Linebacking Depth wouldnt be a horrible idea with Derrick Brooks probably playing in his 2nd to last season with the Bucs. We've got plenty at Safety and Defensive End... We sorely need help in the Punt/Kick Returning department, especially with Michael Pittman not returning. Michael Spurlock and Chad Lucas arent bad options, but Ike Hilliard returned Punts at times last season, it's time to upgrade.. Here's the Draft Order (I suppose its subject to change wit...
By: Buc'Em
Tampa Bay Buccaneers sign veteran safety Wilson
2008-03-21 15:31:00 Tampa Bay Buccaneers are on a signing spree this free agency season as they have already signed four new defensive players in the first two weeks of free agency. In the third week of the free agency on Monday, the Bucs went on and signed unrestricted free agent safety Eugene Wilson and the terms of ...
By: Football IMO
Breaking News: Wilson Goes To Tampa
2008-03-15 00:30:00 New England Patriots free agent defensive back Eugene Wilson has signed a 1-year contract to play for the Tampa Bay Bucanneers. The amount of money he will receive is undisclosed at this time. He will play cornerback for the Bucs. Wilson was chosen by the Patriots in the second round of the 2003 NFL Draft and played with the team for 5 seasons and was a member of two Super Bowl championship teams in his time in New England. He is probably best remembered for recovering a fumble by Philadelphia Eagles tight end L.J. Smith in Super Bowl XXXIX . He also intercepted Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger twice in the Patriots 41-27 victory in the 2004 AFC Championship Game. In 2007, in a Week 15 game against the New York Jets, Wilson returned a Kellen Clemens interception for a touchdown, making him the 21st Patriot to score a touchdown that season, tying an NFL record.
By: Random Thoughts
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sign Tight End Ben Troupe
2008-03-12 02:26:00 The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed Free Agent Tight End Ben Troupe. Troupe previously played for the Tennessee Titans for 4 years and played at the University of Florida prior to that. He clearly possesses the athletic ability I'm sure QB Jeff Garcia needs in order to remain on his two feet after releasing a pass. He's also a young guy who can challenge starting TE Alex Smith and also become more of a running mate with Smith as opposed to a mentoring type. Troupe's production has slipped the past two years, but I think that can be attributed to a young Quarterback coming in trying to learn the system. He progressed from his Rookie Season to his second season while playing with Veteran QB Steve McNair. It'll be interesting to see how he and Alex Smith help QB Jeff Garcia out this season.
By: Buc'Em
Warrick Dunn returns to Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2008-03-11 12:44:00 The terms are yet to be disclosed (2 years 6 million dollar contract, 2 million guarenteed), but former RB Warrick Dunn, who was recently released by the Falcons this off-season, has signed a contract to return to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers reports Stephen Holder of the St. Pete Times. Warrick Dunn on his return: "I'm just happy to be playing with a group of guys that have been playing hard, that have played well and are going out each week and competing," Dunn said. "I'm really thrilled about the opportunity to try to win some games and move forward. Right now, I don't know everyone, so I can't say a whole hell of a lot. But I'm looking forward to being part of the team and to come in and contribute any way I can. I'm just happy to be playing with a group of guys that have been playing hard, that have played well and are going out each week and competing," Dunn said. "I'm really thrilled about the opportunity to try to win some games and move forward. Right now, I don't know...
By: Buc'Em
2008 NFL Mock Draft: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2008-03-10 00:44:00 Previous Five Picks 15) Detroit Lions: Aqib Talib, CB, Kansas 16) Arizona Cardinals: Mike Jenkins, CB, South Florida 17) Minnesota Vikings: Phillip Merling, DE, Clemson 18) Houston Texans: Jonathan Stewart, RB, Oregon 19) Philadelphia Eagles: Limas Sweed, WR, Texas Click here to see the entire Mock Draft. The Longest Mock Draft in NFL History Continues...Before I start, I just wanted to take a quick second to direct everyone’s attention to MLB’s shakedown of the Cape Cod Baseball League. I think it’s something that deserves more attention than it’s getting. When I heard about it on the news I was slightly disturbed. The more I read about it as I researched the issue for that article, the more angry it made me.Bud Selig is scum. He can’t rid baseball of steroids, so he’s turned his attention to the Cape Cod Baseball League.Where’s Congress when you need them? Pick No. 20: Tampa Bay BuccaneersThe Tampa Bay Bucs were surprisingly good last season, shock...
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders
2008-02-27 14:00:00 I personally think that this bunch could be the best overall cheering squad in the entire NFL, and perhaps all of pro sports. The combination of outfits, good looks, and warm climate location all make for a great crew. Their team page kind of makes me salivate. Look at those uniforms folks. ...
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RELEASE Captain Fear, Derrick Brooks, and Cheerleading
2008-02-20 01:18:00 Okay, so the Bucs didn't really release Captain Fear, LB Derrick Brooks, and the Cheerleading Squad, BUT I figured since everyone else in the NFC South is releasing guys: Crumpler (ATL), Coleman (ATL), Morgan (CAR), Wahle (CAR), and Sunil (NO, our Saints Blogger, he's no where to be found)... The bucs might as well try and follow suit. I kid I kid.. I would become deathly ill if the Bucs released the triplets above. Captain Fear is the MASCOT of all Mascots, LB Derrick Brooks is a first ballot Hall of Famer, and the Cheerleading Squad, well, yeah... It's going to be a loooong off-season
By: Buc'Em
Bucs Beat: Tampa Bay Buccaneers to contact agents of Crumpler, Coleman
2008-02-19 19:33:00 ...UPDATE... The Carolina Panthers and Seattle Seahawks are also in the mix for Crumpler's services. It should be illegal for the Panthers to have Jeff King and Alge Crumpler. It should take a while before Alge decides where he'd like to play, but I hate that the Panthers are in the mix. Being able to play in North Carolina and with old teammate Julius Peppers could be pretty tempting...The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are set to contact the Agents of DT Rod Coleman and TE Alge Crumpler, reports the St. Pete Times. The Bucs may reach out as early as today... This is exactly what I wanted to hear. Kudos to Stephen Holder and the rest of his staff at the St. Pete Times, way to bring some legitimacy to the "Bucs needing to target Crumpler-Coleman discussion"..
By: Buc'Em
Tampa Bay Buccaneers finally sign a Wide Receiver
2008-02-19 03:08:00 The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed Pre-Season MVP Wide Receiver Paris Warren to a one year contract. Warren finished the Pre-Season with 15 Catches for 191 Yards and 4 Touchdowns. He averaged over 12 yards a catch and was a lock to make the Bucs Final Roster cuts, but a freak leg injury ended Paris' dream Pre-season run. A dislocated ankle stopped Warren from potentially cracking the Bucs Gameday roster in '07. Paris on his recovery: "I'm doing good," Warren said. "I'm done with rehab. I'm just working on strengthening right now. I'm ready to go, I wouldn't want to be anywhere else." - Bucs Beat With David Boston finally out of the picture and WRs Michael Clayton-Maurice Stovall not seizing their opportunities, the door is wide open for Paris Warren to claim the roster spot he earned in August. I'm sure Paris is keeping a close watch on the Bucs Wide Receiver talks this off-season as will his fan base. I for one would like to see Paris get a shot to start, but if the Buc...
By: Buc'Em
Tampa Bay Buccaneers to look into acquiring Anquan Boldin, Javon Walker, or
2008-01-29 05:29:00 It's no secret the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in search for Wide Receiving help this off-season. Even Starting QB Jeff Garcia eluded to as much as his season ended in a loss to the Super Bowl bound New York Giants... "I'm sure Coach Gruden [and GM Bruce Allen] will go out and try to make this a stronger team on the offensive side" - Bucs Beat Here's a couple Wide Receivers General Manager Bruce Allen should look into acquiring: Who's that?Most people would expect the Arizona Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald to garner the most Trade Interest this off-season, but that 15 Million dollar Cap Number for next season says it all. The Bucs should really focus on Fitzgerald's teammate in Anquan Boldin, as he is a weapon the Bucs have lacked on offense. Dollars and CentsQuan's set to make 2.5 Mil next season, the Bucs can clearly afford that and he would be under contract for the next three years while his contract would only max out at 3mil in 2010. Performance Based Boldin's been pe...
By: Buc'Em
NFL - Tampa Bay Buccaneers Myspace Layout
2008-01-29 02:01:00 NFL - Tampa Bay Buccaneers Myspace LayoutLayout Details (code + preview) Click The Title above the image. Original post by Admin
By: Play Video Games
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cheerleaders on game
2008-01-25 11:52:00 Tampa Bay Buccaneers cheerleaders on game against the NY Giants. I guess this is the reason why NFL football is so popular. I understand that now! Go Tampa, Go Tampa!!! Visit site for more fresh celebrity photos, candids, photoshoots, gossip, rumors, paparazzi pictures, entertainment news
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: RB Cadillac Williams CAREER OVER?
2008-01-24 00:58:00 ProFootballTalk.com says word on the street, in Mobile Alabama, is that Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Cadillac Williams may never return to the field of play, that his playing days are over, that the patellar tendon he tore this season could abruptly end his career, that, let me stop... If this turns out to be true, my goodness what a sad sight that would be. Forget that we spent a Top 5 Draft Pick on Caddy and that aside from Earnest "Hard Nose" Graham we basically have no depth at Runningback. A young man's career would end after great promise. There's really no point in saying much more until what is being rumored turns out to be true. All we can do is hope the doctors can help Caddy see the field next season. Just over a month ago, the Pewter Report was reporting that Caddy was back at One Buc Place rehabbing and walking some what normally. I tend to think he'll be okay and back on the field next season. I don't think he'll be out there to start the season, but he'll certainly...
By: Buc'Em
NFL Buccaneers give contract extensions
2008-01-23 16:20:00 Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Jon Gruden and general manager Bruce Allen were given contract extensions through the 2011 season, the National Football League club announced Tuesday. The job security came after the Bucs shook off injuries to win the NFC South division crown with a 9-7 record but lost to the New York Giants at ...
By: Football IMO
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Free Agent Situation
2008-01-18 02:49:00 FREE AGENCY BEGINS FEBRUARY 29th... The Bucs FA's consist of the following:Unrestricted Free Agents - are players without a team. They have either been released from their club, had the term of their contract expire without a renewal, or were not chosen in league's draft of amateur players. These players, generally speaking, are free to entertain offers from all other teams and to decide with whom to sign a new contract. - Wikipedia.com FB Mike Alstott - He's talked about retirement this off-season and he should for health's sake. He's got a Superbowl Ring. It's time to hang 'em up Mike. You are adorned by Bucs Fans around the globe!! TE Anthony Becht - Are you going to lose sleep if he signs some where else? Yeah me neither RB Michael Bennett - I didnt see enough of him to even register his style of play in my mind. I'd use him to replace Pittman CB Sammy Davis - Played admirably when called to the field, look to resign him TE Keith Heinrich - Keith who? Replace...
By: Buc'Em
Make or Break Off-Season for Tampa Bay Buccaneers GM Bruce Allen
2008-01-17 12:49:00 The Bucs Beat is reporting that GM Bruce Allen is publicly hopeful that QB Jake Plummer will join the Bucs this upcoming season; he even goes so far as to say that Plummer got a good glimpse at the Bucs this year and that he should be intrigued enough to come play for the Bucs.Call me crazy but just maybe Bruce should FORGET Jake Plummer and start moving on to more pressing and REALISTIC needs, like Re-signing Defensive Coordinator Monte Kiffin, trying any way possible to trade for a noteworthy Wide Receiver, and getting depth for the Offensive Line. In a few weeks the Bucs will go to court and try to recoup 7 million in damages from said QB Jake Plummer.... what a joke this continues to be. Move on already, the fan base has...
By: Buc'Em
Gameday Thread: Wildcard Playoffs... Tampa Bay Buccaneers VS New York Giant
2008-01-06 16:57:00 Where: Raymond James Stadium. Tampa, Florida. Who: Bucs and Giants When: 1:00PM Est Time on FOX DOUBTFUL for the Bucs: LB Cato June (foot) QUESTIONABLE for the Bucs: G Arron Sears (ankle) ---------------------------------------------------------------- DOUBTFUL for the Giants: CB Sam Madison (stomach), C Shaun O'Hara (knee) QUESTIONABLE for the Giants: CB Kevin Dockery (hip), LB Kawika Mitchell (knee), DE Dave Tollefson (concussion) PROBABLE for the Giants: RB Ahmad Bradshaw (calf), WR Plaxico Burress (ankle), TE Michael Matthews (illness), WR Sinorice Moss (back) This is IT, the Playoffs are officially a Reality for our Bucs... We are definitely going to miss LB Cato June, but I feel Ryan Nece will do a fine job filling in and to be honest I think we didn't use Cato June correctly this season. Greg White (8 sacks), Gaines Adams (6 sacks), Jovan Haye (6 sacks), Kevin Carter (3 sacks), Greg Spires (2 sacks), Chris Hovan (1 sack), and Patrick Chukwurah (1 sack) ...
By: Buc'Em
Are the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Underdogs against the New York Giants?
2008-01-04 18:31:00 If you've paid any attention at all to the noise surrounding this Sunday's Playoff Game against the New York Giants, then you've heard the Bucs being labeled as underdogs. I'm sure you've heard that we hobbled our way into the Playoffs and that losing three of four to finish the season should render us hopeless against the Giants. Doesn't it sound rather familiar? It should. It's what we've heard all off-season and throughout the regular season. Nobody took our chances serious except those close to the organization; i.e. players, coaches, fans etc. That's fine with me. Let them think the Giants are set to man-handle us in Raymond James. I mean, obviously there's no way the Bucs Defense can stop Brandon Jacobs aka the Man Child. We might as well have limited ticket sales to those in the New York tri-state area only. As a matter of fact, maybe the Giants can spot us 10 points to start the game since we have no shot. All I know is this: This Tampa team has gotten punched i...
By: Buc'Em
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