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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Buccaneers Observer</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/buccaneers-observer--3266386</link><description><![CDATA[All things Buccaneers fan site]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/3266386/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Football</category><copyright>Copyright Edwin Whitt</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6e6045401f6368e51b20cac80bcfee8d.jpg</url><title>Buccaneers Observer</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/buccaneers-observer--3266386</link></image><lastBuildDate>Thu, 17 Aug 2023 00:35:03 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Edwin Whitt</itunes:name><itunes:email>feeds@spreaker.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6e6045401f6368e51b20cac80bcfee8d.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>All things Buccaneers fan site</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[All things Buccaneers fan site]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Sports"><itunes:category text="Football"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><podcast:guid>aeb2b185-57b8-5110-9087-5e48c70bbf29</podcast:guid><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>[322] 25 days until kickoff!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/322-25-days-until-kickoff--56495479</link><description><![CDATA[We are back! A lot of stuff to cover that has happened this offseason and we touch on as much of it as we can. The Bucs first preseason game against the Steelers is rated by Molly, we discuss transactions, and give our thoughts on all of the new gambling going on with the NFL.    ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9ef0d83e-28f2-4973-832c-7dd855b1dd2f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Aug 2023 22:21:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56495479/apo2711107226.mp3" length="57017645" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>We are back! A lot of stuff to cover that has happened this offseason and we touch on as much of it as we can. The Bucs first preseason game against the Steelers is rated by Molly, we discuss transactions, and give our thoughts on all of the new...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[We are back! A lot of stuff to cover that has happened this offseason and we touch on as much of it as we can. The Bucs first preseason game against the Steelers is rated by Molly, we discuss transactions, and give our thoughts on all of the new gambling going on with the NFL.    ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3559</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>6</itunes:season><itunes:episode>322</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[321] BUCS 2023 DRAFT CLASS</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/321-bucs-2023-draft-class--53720244</link><description><![CDATA[We've got another draft under our belt. While Molly didn't get a single pick right, Ralph batted 1,000. The only player on his wishlist, OL Cody Mauch was scooped up by the Bucs in the second round. We moved up to acquire the NDSU tackle, who will likely play at guard for the Buccaneers.   The Buccaneers went heavy defense this draft. Unsurprising given HC Todd Bowles is a defensive guy.   Tragedy struck the Bucs family this weekend when Shaq Barrett's two-year-old daughter drowned in the family's pool. Our prayers go out to the Barretts.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">8040bb10-3dfb-473b-a2e8-58982b8d39e4</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 18:18:24 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53720244/327224458_44100_2_1d10f1dd24e7b.mp3" length="60061987" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>We've got another draft under our belt. While Molly didn't get a single pick right, Ralph batted 1,000. The only player on his wishlist, OL Cody Mauch was scooped up by the Bucs in the second round. We moved up to acquire the NDSU tackle, who will...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[We've got another draft under our belt. While Molly didn't get a single pick right, Ralph batted 1,000. The only player on his wishlist, OL Cody Mauch was scooped up by the Bucs in the second round. We moved up to acquire the NDSU tackle, who will likely play at guard for the Buccaneers.   The Buccaneers went heavy defense this draft. Unsurprising given HC Todd Bowles is a defensive guy.   Tragedy struck the Bucs family this weekend when Shaq Barrett's two-year-old daughter drowned in the family's pool. Our prayers go out to the Barretts.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3754</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>6</itunes:season><itunes:episode>312</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[320] Molly's Mock Draft: Southern Monkey Edition</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/320-molly-s-mock-draft-southern-monkey-edition--53658669</link><description><![CDATA[The strategy is simple: the player must be from a southern school and projected to go near the Bucs pick. Molly likes OT Darnell Wright in the first round for his Jensen-like demeanor. OLB BJ Ojulari is Molly's pick in the second round. His high character was a major draw, in addition to his toolkit of moves. In the third round, Molly selects RB Kenny McIntosh. The rest of her picks are coin flips, or something a monkey would pick.    ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">40be6a5d-7e8f-478b-9ecb-cbfa628e250f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2023 21:21:33 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53658669/326230113_44100_2_e0a14386b2789.mp3" length="40758124" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The strategy is simple: the player must be from a southern school and projected to go near the Bucs pick. Molly likes OT Darnell Wright in the first round for his Jensen-like demeanor. OLB BJ Ojulari is Molly's pick in the second round. His high...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The strategy is simple: the player must be from a southern school and projected to go near the Bucs pick. Molly likes OT Darnell Wright in the first round for his Jensen-like demeanor. OLB BJ Ojulari is Molly's pick in the second round. His high character was a major draw, in addition to his toolkit of moves. In the third round, Molly selects RB Kenny McIntosh. The rest of her picks are coin flips, or something a monkey would pick.    ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2548</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>6</itunes:season><itunes:episode>320</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[319] Should Gerald McCoy be in the Bucs Ring of Honor?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/319-should-gerald-mccoy-be-in-the-bucs-ring-of-honor--53573063</link><description><![CDATA[Ralph and Molly discuss the latest happenings with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Devin White wants to be traded. Re-signings, new kicker, new offensive lineman. Where are they now with the Bucs secondary. Should Gerald McCoy be in the Ring of Honor? And some of these contracts are getting out of hand across the league.    ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">64c38624-fb5b-4232-aa75-6940cd738707</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2023 16:53:23 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53573063/apo4895344221.mp3" length="62768817" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Ralph and Molly discuss the latest happenings with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Devin White wants to be traded. Re-signings, new kicker, new offensive lineman. Where are they now with the Bucs secondary. Should Gerald McCoy be in the Ring of Honor? And...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ralph and Molly discuss the latest happenings with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Devin White wants to be traded. Re-signings, new kicker, new offensive lineman. Where are they now with the Bucs secondary. Should Gerald McCoy be in the Ring of Honor? And some of these contracts are getting out of hand across the league.    ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3919</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>6</itunes:season><itunes:episode>319</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[318] Buccaneers re-sign Lavonte David amongst other moves</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/318-buccaneers-re-sign-lavonte-david-amongst-other-moves--53384392</link><description><![CDATA[The NFL new year has started and we discuss all of the moves happening with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the NFC South, and touch on a few things of interest in the league.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e4e7456c-b799-4643-a5b0-8090ed3ff7dd</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2023 20:30:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53384392/apo2886414929.mp3" length="62112063" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The NFL new year has started and we discuss all of the moves happening with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the NFC South, and touch on a few things of interest in the league.  ---   Send in a voice message:...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The NFL new year has started and we discuss all of the moves happening with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the NFC South, and touch on a few things of interest in the league.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3878</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>6</itunes:season><itunes:episode>318</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[317] Major changes coming to One Buc Place: OC, Leonard Fournette &amp; Donovan Smith cap casualties</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/317-major-changes-coming-to-one-buc-place-oc-leonard-fournette-donovan-smith-cap-casualties--53384393</link><description><![CDATA[Dan Canales joins the Buccaneers as offensive coordinator. Canales was the quarterback coach at Seattle this year, assisting Geno Smith in the rehab of his career. It's a promotion for Canales, and as such we have no clue what the Buccaneers offense will look like. The Buccaneers will also cut Leonard Fournette and Donovan Smith, adding to the uncertainty. Unfortunately, it's just the start of cuts to the Bucs roster as the front office pays the bill for the last three years of cap finangling.  Many Bucs fans will agree with Smith's ouster after his performance in 2022 where he regressed markedly, particularly with penalties. Media is reporting he experienced personal 'tragedy', which perhaps explains the regression.  A number of players experienced tragedy last year, and we posit it may have had an impact on the field.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">64efd041-f7f8-47b2-aa25-fd55cab09a60</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 18:48:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/53384393/apo1585275383.mp3" length="66163072" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dan Canales joins the Buccaneers as offensive coordinator. Canales was the quarterback coach at Seattle this year, assisting Geno Smith in the rehab of his career. It's a promotion for Canales, and as such we have no clue what the Buccaneers offense...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dan Canales joins the Buccaneers as offensive coordinator. Canales was the quarterback coach at Seattle this year, assisting Geno Smith in the rehab of his career. It's a promotion for Canales, and as such we have no clue what the Buccaneers offense will look like. The Buccaneers will also cut Leonard Fournette and Donovan Smith, adding to the uncertainty. Unfortunately, it's just the start of cuts to the Bucs roster as the front office pays the bill for the last three years of cap finangling.  Many Bucs fans will agree with Smith's ouster after his performance in 2022 where he regressed markedly, particularly with penalties. Media is reporting he experienced personal 'tragedy', which perhaps explains the regression.  A number of players experienced tragedy last year, and we posit it may have had an impact on the field.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4131</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>6</itunes:season><itunes:episode>317</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[316] Super Blah Bowl, Damar Hamlin fallout, Bucs OC search</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/316-super-blah-bowl-damar-hamlin-fallout-bucs-oc-search--52918245</link><description><![CDATA[Both of us agree that this Super Bowl was pretty boring. The penalty that basically gave the Chiefs the win really summed up this season as a whole. What could have been an exciting game fizzled out in a bad way. Ralph discusses his thoughts on the Damar Hamlin situation and how it is incentivizing injuries. And what is going on with the Bucs offensive coordinator search? It seems like a mess, as though they did not have any plan in place for after they fired Leftwich.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">65226a9a-0dbb-4951-a919-dcf7e9a2bad4</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:44:54 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918245/apo5535545941.mp3" length="63294243" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Both of us agree that this Super Bowl was pretty boring. The penalty that basically gave the Chiefs the win really summed up this season as a whole. What could have been an exciting game fizzled out in a bad way. Ralph discusses his thoughts on the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Both of us agree that this Super Bowl was pretty boring. The penalty that basically gave the Chiefs the win really summed up this season as a whole. What could have been an exciting game fizzled out in a bad way. Ralph discusses his thoughts on the Damar Hamlin situation and how it is incentivizing injuries. And what is going on with the Bucs offensive coordinator search? It seems like a mess, as though they did not have any plan in place for after they fired Leftwich.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3952</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>6</itunes:season><itunes:episode>316</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[315] Tom Brady announces retirement (again). What does that mean for Bucs OC search?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/315-tom-brady-announces-retirement-again-what-does-that-mean-for-bucs-oc-search--52918264</link><description><![CDATA[Tom Brady announced his retirement this week, sending the Buccaneers back to the basement. QB coach Clyde Christiansen revealed Brady received news of his divorce during training camp and subsequently lost 15 pounds, which explains a lot about the season. It's disappointing Brady couldn't go out on top with a Super Bowl win, but the retirement was probably came at the right time.   It does not bode well for the Buccaneers offensive coordinator search, however. The prospect of Tom Brady at quarterback would be enough to lure a cream of the crop coordinator. Without Brady, the appeal drops significantly. The candidates we've interviewed reflect that reality, which mostly comprise of assistant coaches.  The Championship games were nearly unwatchable with the number of flags thrown, some of which changed the trajectory of the games. The officiating has been so atrocious it raises questions about the impact of legalized gambling on the game. The NFL has never had a referee scandal. What is it doing to safeguard against refs throwing games now that gambling on NFL games has been legalized in a number of states?  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">ca035a08-23ec-490e-b00c-48360432ffaa</guid><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 21:18:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918264/apo6839742112.mp3" length="60673317" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Tom Brady announced his retirement this week, sending the Buccaneers back to the basement. QB coach Clyde Christiansen revealed Brady received news of his divorce during training camp and subsequently lost 15 pounds, which explains a lot about the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Tom Brady announced his retirement this week, sending the Buccaneers back to the basement. QB coach Clyde Christiansen revealed Brady received news of his divorce during training camp and subsequently lost 15 pounds, which explains a lot about the season. It's disappointing Brady couldn't go out on top with a Super Bowl win, but the retirement was probably came at the right time.   It does not bode well for the Buccaneers offensive coordinator search, however. The prospect of Tom Brady at quarterback would be enough to lure a cream of the crop coordinator. Without Brady, the appeal drops significantly. The candidates we've interviewed reflect that reality, which mostly comprise of assistant coaches.  The Championship games were nearly unwatchable with the number of flags thrown, some of which changed the trajectory of the games. The officiating has been so atrocious it raises questions about the impact of legalized gambling on the game. The NFL has never had a referee scandal. What is it doing to safeguard against refs throwing games now that gambling on NFL games has been legalized in a number of states?  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3788</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>315</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[314] Bucs, Bowles scapegoat Byron Leftwich after lackluster season, playoff appearance</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/314-bucs-bowles-scapegoat-byron-leftwich-after-lackluster-season-playoff-appearance--52917361</link><description><![CDATA[The Buccaneers offense certainly took a step back this season, but was Byron Leftwich to blame? We know Todd Bowles wanted more of an emphasis on the run game. Leftwich's offense is a vertical offense, proficient at long shots down the field as we saw in 2020 and 2021. It was never a running offense. Was Bowles asking too much? The result, as we saw, was a neutered passing game and a running game that was worse than years past.   Further, the team took a step back in other areas, including the defense and special teams. That was not on Leftwich. So, while we aren't devastated or surprised by Leftwich's firing, we don't think it will solve the Buccaneers' problems.  The Buccaneers also fired Specialists coach Chris Boniol, WRs coach Kevin Garver, OQC Jeff Kastl, assistant DL coach Lori Locust and RBs coach Todd McNair. QBs coach Clyde Christensen, senior offensive assistant Rick Christophel and OLBs coach Bob Sanders have decided to retire.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">ced0272d-d847-4e9d-b57e-710f9700faf2</guid><pubDate>Sun, 22 Jan 2023 20:41:49 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917361/apo6131348591.mp3" length="59732575" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Buccaneers offense certainly took a step back this season, but was Byron Leftwich to blame? We know Todd Bowles wanted more of an emphasis on the run game. Leftwich's offense is a vertical offense, proficient at long shots down the field as we saw...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Buccaneers offense certainly took a step back this season, but was Byron Leftwich to blame? We know Todd Bowles wanted more of an emphasis on the run game. Leftwich's offense is a vertical offense, proficient at long shots down the field as we saw in 2020 and 2021. It was never a running offense. Was Bowles asking too much? The result, as we saw, was a neutered passing game and a running game that was worse than years past.   Further, the team took a step back in other areas, including the defense and special teams. That was not on Leftwich. So, while we aren't devastated or surprised by Leftwich's firing, we don't think it will solve the Buccaneers' problems.  The Buccaneers also fired Specialists coach Chris Boniol, WRs coach Kevin Garver, OQC Jeff Kastl, assistant DL coach Lori Locust and RBs coach Todd McNair. QBs coach Clyde Christensen, senior offensive assistant Rick Christophel and OLBs coach Bob Sanders have decided to retire.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3729</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>314</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[313] DIVISION CHAMPS!!! Plus, Ralph makes the case for playing starters against Atlanta</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/313-division-champs-plus-ralph-makes-the-case-for-playing-starters-against-atlanta--52918009</link><description><![CDATA[For the third year in a row, the Buccaneers are playoff bound, and division champs for the second year in a row. The team that showed up against Carolina is a team we can proudly ride to the playoffs (and Super Bowl). The Bucs week 17 matchup against the Panthers was hard fought by both teams. Both looked like they wanted a win. The Buccaneers defense showed up when it mattered, as did punter Jake Camarda during the botched punt.  There's been debate whether the Bucs should even play their starters Week 18 against the Atlanta Falcons, as Bucs clinched the division already and the Falcons are playing for draft position at this point. Is it worth the risk of injuries to our starters? The point will certainly be raised should a key player actually suffer injury during the game, but Todd Bowles does not seem concerned, and Ralph agrees. Bowles said in his press conference that injuries happen at all times during the season - practice, the preseason, the first game. You can't play scared of injury because it's part of the game. Some have argued this game is meaningless and not worth the risk. This game is not meaningless to the Bucs - we can earn a winning record with a win. Further, we've seen teams rest starters and come into the playoffs flat. It doesn't guarantee an advantage come playoff time.  Speaking of playoffs - the Buccaneers will play either the Dallas Cowboys or the Philadelphia Eagles at home in the wildcard round. Who would you rather play? Comment below.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4742dfad-62dd-4f33-ac4a-5f564c537ba0</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2023 20:14:43 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918009/apo5377498360.mp3" length="51939128" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>For the third year in a row, the Buccaneers are playoff bound, and division champs for the second year in a row. The team that showed up against Carolina is a team we can proudly ride to the playoffs (and Super Bowl). The Bucs week 17 matchup against...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[For the third year in a row, the Buccaneers are playoff bound, and division champs for the second year in a row. The team that showed up against Carolina is a team we can proudly ride to the playoffs (and Super Bowl). The Bucs week 17 matchup against the Panthers was hard fought by both teams. Both looked like they wanted a win. The Buccaneers defense showed up when it mattered, as did punter Jake Camarda during the botched punt.  There's been debate whether the Bucs should even play their starters Week 18 against the Atlanta Falcons, as Bucs clinched the division already and the Falcons are playing for draft position at this point. Is it worth the risk of injuries to our starters? The point will certainly be raised should a key player actually suffer injury during the game, but Todd Bowles does not seem concerned, and Ralph agrees. Bowles said in his press conference that injuries happen at all times during the season - practice, the preseason, the first game. You can't play scared of injury because it's part of the game. Some have argued this game is meaningless and not worth the risk. This game is not meaningless to the Bucs - we can earn a winning record with a win. Further, we've seen teams rest starters and come into the playoffs flat. It doesn't guarantee an advantage come playoff time.  Speaking of playoffs - the Buccaneers will play either the Dallas Cowboys or the Philadelphia Eagles at home in the wildcard round. Who would you rather play? Comment below.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3242</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>313</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[312] Can the Buccaneers top the Carolina Panthers and seal the NFC South?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/312-can-the-buccaneers-top-the-carolina-panthers-and-seal-the-nfc-south--52918260</link><description><![CDATA[This is for all the marbles - the NFC South title, a playoff berth. While we wouldn't technically be out of the playoff running with a loss, our fate would no longer be in our hands. The Panthers are coming off a record-breaking win over the Lions, where they rushed for a franchise-record 320 yards. The team has gone from rebuild mode to playoff contender in the weeks since the Buccaneers last played them.  How bad do the Buccaneers want it? Mike Evans needs just 83 yards to get yet another 1,000-yard season. Can he and Brady figure things out? We also have to remedy the bad tackling from the first matchup. Luke Goedeke was a huge liability during that game, which will hopefully not be a factor with Nick Leverett starting at left guard. And while the Bucs are banged up, no one player is ruled out yet.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">74e9c479-2d93-4522-96bd-29e4b83bc6f1</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Dec 2022 22:25:58 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918260/apo8872030230.mp3" length="61528655" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This is for all the marbles - the NFC South title, a playoff berth. While we wouldn't technically be out of the playoff running with a loss, our fate would no longer be in our hands. The Panthers are coming off a record-breaking win over the Lions,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is for all the marbles - the NFC South title, a playoff berth. While we wouldn't technically be out of the playoff running with a loss, our fate would no longer be in our hands. The Panthers are coming off a record-breaking win over the Lions, where they rushed for a franchise-record 320 yards. The team has gone from rebuild mode to playoff contender in the weeks since the Buccaneers last played them.  How bad do the Buccaneers want it? Mike Evans needs just 83 yards to get yet another 1,000-yard season. Can he and Brady figure things out? We also have to remedy the bad tackling from the first matchup. Luke Goedeke was a huge liability during that game, which will hopefully not be a factor with Nick Leverett starting at left guard. And while the Bucs are banged up, no one player is ruled out yet.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3841</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[311] A Christmas miracle: Bucs give fans a W against the Arizona Cardinals</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/311-a-christmas-miracle-bucs-give-fans-a-w-against-the-arizona-cardinals--52918229</link><description><![CDATA[The Buccaneers defeated the mighty Arizona Cardinals in overtime on Christmas. The Bucs once again struggled on third downs, wide receiver connections, and tackling. Tom Brady didn't have the best game, throwing two interceptions. Nevertheless, we persevered and got the W.  This week the Buccaneers need a win against the Carolina Panthers to secure their playoff berth. A win would also serve as retribution for the Buccaneers earlier loss against their division opponent. A loss would not be fatal to the Bucs playoff chances, but in that case their playoff hopes would be out of their hands.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e0df9309-51bf-4a7a-a740-1c13675ddf49</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2022 19:48:41 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918229/apo9073411108.mp3" length="55458620" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Buccaneers defeated the mighty Arizona Cardinals in overtime on Christmas. The Bucs once again struggled on third downs, wide receiver connections, and tackling. Tom Brady didn't have the best game, throwing two interceptions. Nevertheless, we...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Buccaneers defeated the mighty Arizona Cardinals in overtime on Christmas. The Bucs once again struggled on third downs, wide receiver connections, and tackling. Tom Brady didn't have the best game, throwing two interceptions. Nevertheless, we persevered and got the W.  This week the Buccaneers need a win against the Carolina Panthers to secure their playoff berth. A win would also serve as retribution for the Buccaneers earlier loss against their division opponent. A loss would not be fatal to the Bucs playoff chances, but in that case their playoff hopes would be out of their hands.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3462</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>311</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[308] Can the Buccaneers win out, starting with the Browns?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/308-can-the-buccaneers-win-out-starting-with-the-browns--52918266</link><description><![CDATA[We first delve into Raph's all-22 analysis of the Seattle Seahawks victory. Many of the Buccaneers' troubles through the early part of the season were rectified this game - the poor tackling, the dropped passes, the lack of physicality, uncalled penalties working in the Bucs' favor. The Seahawks didn't just lay there and take it by any stretch of the imagination. They played hard too, and Geno Smith played well. Field conditions in Munich were terrible.  The Buccaneers will face the 3-7 Browns coming off their bye week. Jacoby Brissett has led the team against some tough opponents, but their record speaks for itself. The Browns have some studs on defense, to be sure, although it is not translating into wins. The team has had to sign a center off the street as starting center Ethan Pocic heads to IR. Vita Vea, if he plays (dealing with a foot injury himself), could have a good game.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">bfc62cef-360f-43fc-a141-159eae9be1f0</guid><pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2022 22:35:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918266/apo9598596969.mp3" length="54858161" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>We first delve into Raph's all-22 analysis of the Seattle Seahawks victory. Many of the Buccaneers' troubles through the early part of the season were rectified this game - the poor tackling, the dropped passes, the lack of physicality, uncalled...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[We first delve into Raph's all-22 analysis of the Seattle Seahawks victory. Many of the Buccaneers' troubles through the early part of the season were rectified this game - the poor tackling, the dropped passes, the lack of physicality, uncalled penalties working in the Bucs' favor. The Seahawks didn't just lay there and take it by any stretch of the imagination. They played hard too, and Geno Smith played well. Field conditions in Munich were terrible.  The Buccaneers will face the 3-7 Browns coming off their bye week. Jacoby Brissett has led the team against some tough opponents, but their record speaks for itself. The Browns have some studs on defense, to be sure, although it is not translating into wins. The team has had to sign a center off the street as starting center Ethan Pocic heads to IR. Vita Vea, if he plays (dealing with a foot injury himself), could have a good game.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3424</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>308</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[303] The Bucs DID NOT, in fact, topple the Steelers</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/303-the-bucs-did-not-in-fact-topple-the-steelers--52918027</link><description><![CDATA[What a disappointing loss. The Buccaneers should have taken this victory easily, but the Steelers, simply put, wanted it more. Bucs couldn't convert on short yardage situations, and on the other side of the ball couldn't get stops when needed. It was a game of inches where every play mattered. The boo birds are out in full force after having been retired for three years. They're blaming coaching, Tom Brady, offensive line play, the run game - you name it, they're blaming them. In truth, there's probably some blame to go around. The team lacks passion and drive, it feels like, and that's a problem not easily solved. Luckily it's only October, we're 3-3, the rest of the NFC isn't doing that great either and we're still in a good position for playoffs.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">a5bd161d-1081-4298-a913-35f2bc211a55</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2022 18:40:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918027/291844427_44100_2_4559608efe82b.mp3" length="73660289" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What a disappointing loss. The Buccaneers should have taken this victory easily, but the Steelers, simply put, wanted it more. Bucs couldn't convert on short yardage situations, and on the other side of the ball couldn't get stops when needed. It was...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What a disappointing loss. The Buccaneers should have taken this victory easily, but the Steelers, simply put, wanted it more. Bucs couldn't convert on short yardage situations, and on the other side of the ball couldn't get stops when needed. It was a game of inches where every play mattered. The boo birds are out in full force after having been retired for three years. They're blaming coaching, Tom Brady, offensive line play, the run game - you name it, they're blaming them. In truth, there's probably some blame to go around. The team lacks passion and drive, it feels like, and that's a problem not easily solved. Luckily it's only October, we're 3-3, the rest of the NFC isn't doing that great either and we're still in a good position for playoffs.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4604</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>303</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[300] Bucs fall to 2-2 after losing to the Chiefs</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/300-bucs-fall-to-2-2-after-losing-to-the-chiefs--52917366</link><description><![CDATA[Did you know the difference between the Bucs and the Chiefs in the 2020 Super Bowl was a toe? That's right, folks. Chris Collinsworth gave us the lowdown during Sunday night's game. The next Michael Jordan, aka Pat Mahomes, would have had that Super Bowl ring if it weren't for his pesky toe! Tom Brady is a mere afterthought when Pat Mahomes is on the field.   In reality, this game was closer than it felt. Little things gave the Chiefs the W. First, Bucs abandoned the run game and couldn't stop the Chiefs'. Second, and probably the biggest factor, was the atrocious officiating.   Oddly, Devin White disappeared this game, only days after being named NFC Defensive Player of the Month. His fire was sorely needed this game.  Nevertheless, it's a long season. Real football starts in November. Let's go Bucs.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">207c059c-d24f-4cf4-b5b7-c5fe0e7ac962</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 20:29:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917366/289254438_44100_2_933260a4e64d4.mp3" length="68766823" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Did you know the difference between the Bucs and the Chiefs in the 2020 Super Bowl was a toe? That's right, folks. Chris Collinsworth gave us the lowdown during Sunday night's game. The next Michael Jordan, aka Pat Mahomes, would have had that Super...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Did you know the difference between the Bucs and the Chiefs in the 2020 Super Bowl was a toe? That's right, folks. Chris Collinsworth gave us the lowdown during Sunday night's game. The next Michael Jordan, aka Pat Mahomes, would have had that Super Bowl ring if it weren't for his pesky toe! Tom Brady is a mere afterthought when Pat Mahomes is on the field.   In reality, this game was closer than it felt. Little things gave the Chiefs the W. First, Bucs abandoned the run game and couldn't stop the Chiefs'. Second, and probably the biggest factor, was the atrocious officiating.   Oddly, Devin White disappeared this game, only days after being named NFC Defensive Player of the Month. His fire was sorely needed this game.  Nevertheless, it's a long season. Real football starts in November. Let's go Bucs.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4298</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>300</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[299] Buccaneers fall to the Packers</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/299-buccaneers-fall-to-the-packers--52918031</link><description><![CDATA[This was a close game where the defense was able to hold Aaron Rodgers and the Packers offense to only 14 points. The Buccaneers offense was incohesive. The absence of their top three receivers was felt. Nevertheless, the offense nearly came back to tie the game and take the Packers to overtime.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c1950f16-73a0-4561-a89e-d317efaddf88</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:09:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918031/288176099_44100_2_3affa808fef88.mp3" length="58007300" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This was a close game where the defense was able to hold Aaron Rodgers and the Packers offense to only 14 points. The Buccaneers offense was incohesive. The absence of their top three receivers was felt. Nevertheless, the offense nearly came back to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This was a close game where the defense was able to hold Aaron Rodgers and the Packers offense to only 14 points. The Buccaneers offense was incohesive. The absence of their top three receivers was felt. Nevertheless, the offense nearly came back to tie the game and take the Packers to overtime.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3626</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>299</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[298] THE BUCS ARE THE BEST TEAM IN THE LEAGUE</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/298-the-bucs-are-the-best-team-in-the-league--52917378</link><description><![CDATA[Ralph and Molly not only give their thoughts on the Bucs win over the Saints in week 2 but they also cover the Dallas beatdown in week 1. All of this while also regaling of our adventures moving to the new house. Nothing is set up yet for recording, so this was done in a makeshift manner.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">7ec69f8d-096e-4122-9cda-d1d2620f25b9</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2022 20:46:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917378/286554416_44100_2_f66a38f594785.mp3" length="58182843" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Ralph and Molly not only give their thoughts on the Bucs win over the Saints in week 2 but they also cover the Dallas beatdown in week 1. All of this while also regaling of our adventures moving to the new house. Nothing is set up yet for recording,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ralph and Molly not only give their thoughts on the Bucs win over the Saints in week 2 but they also cover the Dallas beatdown in week 1. All of this while also regaling of our adventures moving to the new house. Nothing is set up yet for recording, so this was done in a makeshift manner.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3637</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>298</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[297] Week 1 Dallas Cowboys preview</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/297-week-1-dallas-cowboys-preview--52917984</link><description><![CDATA[The Buccaneer will face their first regular season opponent this week when they travel to Dallas to face the Cowboys. The Cowboys are a slightly weaker team than the one the Bucs faced in the 2021 season opener, having lost LT Tyron Smith to a devastating hamstring injury. Rookie OT Tyler Smith will start in his stead. In addition, the team released RT La'el Collins this offseason, opting instead for Terence Steele. The team felt Steele won the job. Collins' $10M cap hit didn't help his cause, to be sure.  In addition, the Cowboys have lost stud receivers Amari Cooper to a trade with the Browns, and Michael Gallup to an ACL injury that required surgery. Gallup will return this season but is not expected to see the season opener. CeeDee Lamb remains from the elite trio the Bucs faced last year.  The Buccaneers finalized their roster earlier this week. Surprisingly WR Tyler Johnson did not make the cut. Head coach Todd Bowles said receivers Breshad Perriman and Scotty Miller beat him out for a roster spot because of their versatility on special teams. Johnson was signed by the Texans. Bucs traded LB Grant Stuard to the Colts, who have said his special teams prowess is a reason they signed him.  The tabloids are reporting there's trouble in the Brady home, with Gisele being upset at Tom's unretirement. Mrs. Brady reportedly stormed out of the home and is with family in Costa Rica, leaving Tom with the kids.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">93abe8d6-d082-42d7-85a2-3f68060eebf7</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2022 19:52:46 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917984/284179454_44100_2_6ac5a10181a73.mp3" length="61858794" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Buccaneer will face their first regular season opponent this week when they travel to Dallas to face the Cowboys. The Cowboys are a slightly weaker team than the one the Bucs faced in the 2021 season opener, having lost LT Tyron Smith to a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Buccaneer will face their first regular season opponent this week when they travel to Dallas to face the Cowboys. The Cowboys are a slightly weaker team than the one the Bucs faced in the 2021 season opener, having lost LT Tyron Smith to a devastating hamstring injury. Rookie OT Tyler Smith will start in his stead. In addition, the team released RT La'el Collins this offseason, opting instead for Terence Steele. The team felt Steele won the job. Collins' $10M cap hit didn't help his cause, to be sure.  In addition, the Cowboys have lost stud receivers Amari Cooper to a trade with the Browns, and Michael Gallup to an ACL injury that required surgery. Gallup will return this season but is not expected to see the season opener. CeeDee Lamb remains from the elite trio the Bucs faced last year.  The Buccaneers finalized their roster earlier this week. Surprisingly WR Tyler Johnson did not make the cut. Head coach Todd Bowles said receivers Breshad Perriman and Scotty Miller beat him out for a roster spot because of their versatility on special teams. Johnson was signed by the Texans. Bucs traded LB Grant Stuard to the Colts, who have said his special teams prowess is a reason they signed him.  The tabloids are reporting there's trouble in the Brady home, with Gisele being upset at Tom's unretirement. Mrs. Brady reportedly stormed out of the home and is with family in Costa Rica, leaving Tom with the kids.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3867</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>297</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[292] JULIO JONES IS A BUCCANEER! Plus, Bucs sign Kyle Rudolph as training camp begins.</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/292-julio-jones-is-a-buccaneer-plus-bucs-sign-kyle-rudolph-as-training-camp-begins--52917390</link><description><![CDATA[Happy birthday to Ralph! He can now buy that Julio Jones jersey he's always wanted. A mix of Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, Jones can make an impact in a deep wide receiver room. His hamstring injury is healed and he's ready to chase a ring with Tom Brady. Other teams interested in signing Jones included the Packers, the Saints and the Colts. A call from Tom Brady sealed the deal.   Bucs also bring in TE Kyle Rudolph. Similar in size to Gronk, although not as bulky, he's also a great blocker. Between Jones and Rudolph, they may collectively replace Gronk's skillset.   Chris Godwin, who was initially not scheduled to return until mid-season, has miraculously been cleared for training camp thanks to TB12.    Could the Bucs' offense become more run heavy this year with Leonard Fournette as a bell-cow back? Ralph makes the case.   Vita Vea is shoring up his pass rush skills, furthering Ralph's theory that we may shift our defensive focus to the pass.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9f63fc9c-8063-4055-b599-9c9e1b4651b9</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2022 01:27:49 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917390/278373716_44100_2_678d1bfd43edb.mp3" length="58428185" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Happy birthday to Ralph! He can now buy that Julio Jones jersey he's always wanted. A mix of Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, Jones can make an impact in a deep wide receiver room. His hamstring injury is healed and he's ready to chase a ring with Tom...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Happy birthday to Ralph! He can now buy that Julio Jones jersey he's always wanted. A mix of Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, Jones can make an impact in a deep wide receiver room. His hamstring injury is healed and he's ready to chase a ring with Tom Brady. Other teams interested in signing Jones included the Packers, the Saints and the Colts. A call from Tom Brady sealed the deal.   Bucs also bring in TE Kyle Rudolph. Similar in size to Gronk, although not as bulky, he's also a great blocker. Between Jones and Rudolph, they may collectively replace Gronk's skillset.   Chris Godwin, who was initially not scheduled to return until mid-season, has miraculously been cleared for training camp thanks to TB12.    Could the Bucs' offense become more run heavy this year with Leonard Fournette as a bell-cow back? Ralph makes the case.   Vita Vea is shoring up his pass rush skills, furthering Ralph's theory that we may shift our defensive focus to the pass.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3652</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>292</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[290] Ndamukong Suh is OUT, Akiem Hicks is IN?!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/290-ndamukong-suh-is-out-akiem-hicks-is-in--52918035</link><description><![CDATA[The Buccaneers surprised the fanbase with the addition of free agent Akiem Hicks. The signing basically closes the door on the return of Ndamukong Suh as cap space was already limited. Bears fans are disappointed by the loss. Hicks' attitude may replace JPP's presence in the Bucs locker room.   WR Travis Jonsen was arrested for DUI over the Memorial Day holiday weekend and subsequently released from the team.  On a personal note, we're expecting! Pray for a Bucs fan, y'all.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4470fb57-b66f-4201-813b-6225e7e5c5f4</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2022 22:25:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918035/269443252_44100_2_227beb68210f7.mp3" length="53127208" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Buccaneers surprised the fanbase with the addition of free agent Akiem Hicks. The signing basically closes the door on the return of Ndamukong Suh as cap space was already limited. Bears fans are disappointed by the loss. Hicks' attitude may...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Buccaneers surprised the fanbase with the addition of free agent Akiem Hicks. The signing basically closes the door on the return of Ndamukong Suh as cap space was already limited. Bears fans are disappointed by the loss. Hicks' attitude may replace JPP's presence in the Bucs locker room.   WR Travis Jonsen was arrested for DUI over the Memorial Day holiday weekend and subsequently released from the team.  On a personal note, we're expecting! Pray for a Bucs fan, y'all.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3321</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>290</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[287] BUCCANEERS DRAFT PREVIEW</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/287-buccaneers-draft-preview--52918055</link><description><![CDATA[Jason Licht and Co. have done a phenomenal job in years past of building a team and acquiring depth that we are now, for the second year in a row, drafting the best available player rather than drafting for need. As you know, we do not follow college and therefore are ill equipped to evaluate players coming into the draft.    However, we can look at the Buccaneers roster and tell you where we are due for an upgrade. The most obvious place, in our opinion, is at the tight end position. We *hope* Rob Gronkowski has a gentleman's agreement with Jason Licht that he is coming back but will only sign after OTAs, etc. BUT in the event that's not the case, we have a serious dearth of talent at the tight end position. Cam Brate and Codey McElroy are the only tight ends on the roster. Any tight end the Buccaneers draft would have to be a blocker first. If we don't draft a tight end, it would indicate to us that the front office has a high degree of confidence that Gronk is coming back.    The next position where we could potentially spend a draft pick is at running back. The Buccaneers secured Leonard Fournette this off-season and he is set to be the starter. However, he's benefitted the last two seasons from the one-two punch of Ronald Jones. Rojo became a free agent this offseason and signed with the Kansas City Chiefs. This year, Fournette has Giovanni Bernard, Ke'Shawn Johnson and Kenyon Barner. Despite Barner being a three-time Super Bowl champ, the talent drop off after Fournette is steep. What do we do if Fournette gets hurt? Spending draft capital at the position makes sense.   This draft is stacked in the trenches, and the Bucs could use some depth at defensive line. We are still unsure if Ndamukong Suh will be back, but in any event another stud defensive lineman can't hurt. We have Vita Vea, Rakeem Nunez-Roches, Will Gholston and Pat O'Connor. But one injury to any of those and we're in trouble. In the event Suh doesn't come back, we need to replace his talent stack. Defensive line is a position where an upgrade would be useful.   In this draft's installment of Know Your Enemy:  - The Carolina Panthers are expected to draft Kenny Pickett at quarterback with the sixth overall pick.  - The Atlanta Falcons are expected to go with a wide receiver at the eighth pick.  - The New Orleans Saints are expected to draft either a tackle or defensive lineman with the 16th pick.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">552e214f-db49-4c95-b96d-70585ec72c04</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2022 01:48:43 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918055/261732871_44100_2_1b61980c16df4.mp3" length="68253569" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Jason Licht and Co. have done a phenomenal job in years past of building a team and acquiring depth that we are now, for the second year in a row, drafting the best available player rather than drafting for need. As you know, we do not follow college...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Jason Licht and Co. have done a phenomenal job in years past of building a team and acquiring depth that we are now, for the second year in a row, drafting the best available player rather than drafting for need. As you know, we do not follow college and therefore are ill equipped to evaluate players coming into the draft.    However, we can look at the Buccaneers roster and tell you where we are due for an upgrade. The most obvious place, in our opinion, is at the tight end position. We *hope* Rob Gronkowski has a gentleman's agreement with Jason Licht that he is coming back but will only sign after OTAs, etc. BUT in the event that's not the case, we have a serious dearth of talent at the tight end position. Cam Brate and Codey McElroy are the only tight ends on the roster. Any tight end the Buccaneers draft would have to be a blocker first. If we don't draft a tight end, it would indicate to us that the front office has a high degree of confidence that Gronk is coming back.    The next position where we could potentially spend a draft pick is at running back. The Buccaneers secured Leonard Fournette this off-season and he is set to be the starter. However, he's benefitted the last two seasons from the one-two punch of Ronald Jones. Rojo became a free agent this offseason and signed with the Kansas City Chiefs. This year, Fournette has Giovanni Bernard, Ke'Shawn Johnson and Kenyon Barner. Despite Barner being a three-time Super Bowl champ, the talent drop off after Fournette is steep. What do we do if Fournette gets hurt? Spending draft capital at the position makes sense.   This draft is stacked in the trenches, and the Bucs could use some depth at defensive line. We are still unsure if Ndamukong Suh will be back, but in any event another stud defensive lineman can't hurt. We have Vita Vea, Rakeem Nunez-Roches, Will Gholston and Pat O'Connor. But one injury to any of those and we're in trouble. In the event Suh doesn't come back, we need to replace his talent stack. Defensive line is a position where an upgrade would be useful.   In this draft's installment of Know Your Enemy:  - The Carolina Panthers are expected to draft Kenny Pickett at quarterback with the sixth overall pick.  - The Atlanta Falcons are expected to go with a wide receiver at the eighth pick.  - The New Orleans Saints are expected to draft either a tackle or defensive lineman with the 16th pick.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4266</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>287</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[285] Bruce Arians STEPS DOWN as head coach, Todd Bowles to take over</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/285-bruce-arians-steps-down-as-head-coach-todd-bowles-to-take-over--52917411</link><description><![CDATA[In a move that shocked the football world, Bruce Arians announced he would step down as head coach of the Buccaneers, moving to a position in the front office. Todd Bowles will secede him as the new head coach. The Buccaneers made it official by giving Bowles a five-year contract. BA will stay within the organization as a Senior Football Consultant.  The Glazers announced during the press conference today BA would be inducted into the team's Ring of Honor this season.  BA's announcement has resurrected speculation there was a rift between Brady and BA, although BA once again rejected that assertion during his press conference.  Bowles will still call plays for the defense, but Larry Foote and Kacy Rodgers will serve as co-defensive coordinators.   The team also brought back backup QB Ryan Griffin today.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">ef1a9838-5b56-4159-8b64-f5644432e59e</guid><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:53:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917411/257207478_44100_2_7a640ea7ac39d.mp3" length="56459179" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In a move that shocked the football world, Bruce Arians announced he would step down as head coach of the Buccaneers, moving to a position in the front office. Todd Bowles will secede him as the new head coach. The Buccaneers made it official by...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In a move that shocked the football world, Bruce Arians announced he would step down as head coach of the Buccaneers, moving to a position in the front office. Todd Bowles will secede him as the new head coach. The Buccaneers made it official by giving Bowles a five-year contract. BA will stay within the organization as a Senior Football Consultant.  The Glazers announced during the press conference today BA would be inducted into the team's Ring of Honor this season.  BA's announcement has resurrected speculation there was a rift between Brady and BA, although BA once again rejected that assertion during his press conference.  Bowles will still call plays for the defense, but Larry Foote and Kacy Rodgers will serve as co-defensive coordinators.   The team also brought back backup QB Ryan Griffin today.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3529</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>285</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[284] Bucs lock up Leonard Fournette, William Gholston, OL depth and more</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/284-bucs-lock-up-leonard-fournette-william-gholston-ol-depth-and-more--52917999</link><description><![CDATA[Free agency continues and the Buccaneers have locked up two key free agents: Leonard Fournette and William Gholston. They've also signed OL Fred Johnson, a former Bengal, and T Josh Wells.  The Bucs have not yet reached agreements with Ndamukong Suh and Rob Gronkowski, although they are reportedly in talks with both. JPP still remains a free agent, as is Gio Bernard, Pat O'Connor, Steve McClendon. The defensive line is currently a little thin, and it remains to be seen whether the Bucs will fill the gaps through free agency or the draft.  The Buccaneers lost Ronald Jones II to the Kansas City Chiefs. While Rojo showed promise at times, he failed to make himself non-expendable at the Bucs.  Antonio Brown continues to act a fool, this time with an Instagram model who he claims owes him $5,000.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">8a1be84d-3312-49ff-b5a4-cb51fa6ac6f8</guid><pubDate>Tue, 29 Mar 2022 23:58:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917999/256747663_44100_2_c6a572a691f24.mp3" length="64096547" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Free agency continues and the Buccaneers have locked up two key free agents: Leonard Fournette and William Gholston. They've also signed OL Fred Johnson, a former Bengal, and T Josh Wells.  The Bucs have not yet reached agreements with Ndamukong Suh...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Free agency continues and the Buccaneers have locked up two key free agents: Leonard Fournette and William Gholston. They've also signed OL Fred Johnson, a former Bengal, and T Josh Wells.  The Bucs have not yet reached agreements with Ndamukong Suh and Rob Gronkowski, although they are reportedly in talks with both. JPP still remains a free agent, as is Gio Bernard, Pat O'Connor, Steve McClendon. The defensive line is currently a little thin, and it remains to be seen whether the Bucs will fill the gaps through free agency or the draft.  The Buccaneers lost Ronald Jones II to the Kansas City Chiefs. While Rojo showed promise at times, he failed to make himself non-expendable at the Bucs.  Antonio Brown continues to act a fool, this time with an Instagram model who he claims owes him $5,000.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4007</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>284</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[281] Happy Franchise Tag Day Eve!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/281-happy-franchise-tag-day-eve--52917447</link><description><![CDATA[The deadline to franchise tag players is tomorrow. Who will the Bucs tag? Chris Godwin? Carlton Davis? Jordan Whitehead?  Buccaneers make some minor changes to their staff, including Larry Foote moving from OLB coach to ILB coach.  Tom Brady has made cryptic comments about his future in the NFL. SO YOU'RE TELLING US THERE'S STILL A CHANCE??? No. There isn't. Kyle Trask looks more and more likely as the Bucs next quarterback, especially with the current draft class and the small free agent market. Blaine Gabbert may also be an option, per Bruce Arians.  Bruce Arians and Jason Licht appeared at the combine last week. BA, when asked about the possibility of Jameis returning to the Bucs, said he wouldn't be opposed but it might not be the best place for Jameis. Jason Licht sang the praises of KJ Britt and Grant Stuard.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">56caf41b-c01d-4c36-8b89-5242a6c559c6</guid><pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2022 00:35:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917447/252415011_44100_2_dee7370fe4be7.mp3" length="39583241" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The deadline to franchise tag players is tomorrow. Who will the Bucs tag? Chris Godwin? Carlton Davis? Jordan Whitehead?  Buccaneers make some minor changes to their staff, including Larry Foote moving from OLB coach to ILB coach.  Tom Brady has made...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The deadline to franchise tag players is tomorrow. Who will the Bucs tag? Chris Godwin? Carlton Davis? Jordan Whitehead?  Buccaneers make some minor changes to their staff, including Larry Foote moving from OLB coach to ILB coach.  Tom Brady has made cryptic comments about his future in the NFL. SO YOU'RE TELLING US THERE'S STILL A CHANCE??? No. There isn't. Kyle Trask looks more and more likely as the Bucs next quarterback, especially with the current draft class and the small free agent market. Blaine Gabbert may also be an option, per Bruce Arians.  Bruce Arians and Jason Licht appeared at the combine last week. BA, when asked about the possibility of Jameis returning to the Bucs, said he wouldn't be opposed but it might not be the best place for Jameis. Jason Licht sang the praises of KJ Britt and Grant Stuard.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2474</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>5</itunes:season><itunes:episode>281</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[276] The Bucs host the Rams and it should be a SLUG FEST</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/276-the-bucs-host-the-rams-and-it-should-be-a-slug-fest--52918091</link><description><![CDATA[We faced the Rams in week 3 and it wasn't pretty for the Buccaneers. The Rams were more physical, Bucs receivers couldn't hang onto the ball, and the defense couldn't stop the Rams offense.    But the Rams haven't seen the Playoff Buccaneers. They haven't seen the defensive backs who nearly had five picks last week. They haven't seen Suh, Vita and Barrett firing on all cylinders. And most of all, they haven't seen playoff Tom Brady. Well... Sean McVay has. 😏   It'll be a close game to be sure, but the Bucs are coming out with a victory.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">85ed9ae6-8476-45b6-b0b5-a1768601d899</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Jan 2022 01:20:30 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918091/243687954_44100_2_502097bda7323.mp3" length="64145866" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>We faced the Rams in week 3 and it wasn't pretty for the Buccaneers. The Rams were more physical, Bucs receivers couldn't hang onto the ball, and the defense couldn't stop the Rams offense.    But the Rams haven't seen the Playoff Buccaneers. They...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[We faced the Rams in week 3 and it wasn't pretty for the Buccaneers. The Rams were more physical, Bucs receivers couldn't hang onto the ball, and the defense couldn't stop the Rams offense.    But the Rams haven't seen the Playoff Buccaneers. They haven't seen the defensive backs who nearly had five picks last week. They haven't seen Suh, Vita and Barrett firing on all cylinders. And most of all, they haven't seen playoff Tom Brady. Well... Sean McVay has. 😏   It'll be a close game to be sure, but the Bucs are coming out with a victory.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4010</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>276</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[275] PLAYOFF BUCS ARE BACK!! Bucs advance to the Divisional Round after defeating the Eagles</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/275-playoff-bucs-are-back-bucs-advance-to-the-divisional-round-after-defeating-the-eagles--52918065</link><description><![CDATA[Bucs are back to form. This game was really not even close. The Eagles managed some garbage time touchdowns in the fourth quarter, but in reality this was a trouncing by the Buccaneers. All the Bucs playoff opponents from last year experienced PTSD watching that game.   With Dallas falling to the 49ers last night, the Bucs will face the winner of the Rams/Arizona game tonight. It will be a big matchup for the Bucs next week, and either team should be a formidable opponent.   A concerning takeaway from the Eagles game was the injuries to the offensive line. Tristan Wirfs suffered a sprained ankle and is wearing a boot. Bruce Arians said he'd have a better idea whether Tristan will play on Friday. Same with Ryan Jensen (but he'll probably play IMO).  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4957ff11-da71-4d94-b40d-fa3cc88bf130</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Jan 2022 22:44:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918065/242913843_44100_2_fc7adf04ee8db.mp3" length="59919463" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Bucs are back to form. This game was really not even close. The Eagles managed some garbage time touchdowns in the fourth quarter, but in reality this was a trouncing by the Buccaneers. All the Bucs playoff opponents from last year experienced PTSD...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Bucs are back to form. This game was really not even close. The Eagles managed some garbage time touchdowns in the fourth quarter, but in reality this was a trouncing by the Buccaneers. All the Bucs playoff opponents from last year experienced PTSD watching that game.   With Dallas falling to the 49ers last night, the Bucs will face the winner of the Rams/Arizona game tonight. It will be a big matchup for the Bucs next week, and either team should be a formidable opponent.   A concerning takeaway from the Eagles game was the injuries to the offensive line. Tristan Wirfs suffered a sprained ankle and is wearing a boot. Bruce Arians said he'd have a better idea whether Tristan will play on Friday. Same with Ryan Jensen (but he'll probably play IMO).  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3745</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>275</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[273] The Bucs beat the Kittens and now prepare for the Eagles in the playoffs</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/273-the-bucs-beat-the-kittens-and-now-prepare-for-the-eagles-in-the-playoffs--52917432</link><description><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Carolina Panthers in a week 18 beat down, securing the 2nd seed in the playoffs. Mike Evans and Gronkowski balled out. Evans posted his 8th straight year with 1,000+ yard season, a new NFL record. The Philadelphia Eagles, a hated rival, are up next for the Bucs.   ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6cfec9d4-c4ba-4830-9ca5-0f1d984b1911</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2022 20:44:38 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917432/241709569_44100_2_bc13b072c81f2.mp3" length="54400312" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Carolina Panthers in a week 18 beat down, securing the 2nd seed in the playoffs. Mike Evans and Gronkowski balled out. Evans posted his 8th straight year with 1,000+ yard season, a new NFL record. The Philadelphia...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Carolina Panthers in a week 18 beat down, securing the 2nd seed in the playoffs. Mike Evans and Gronkowski balled out. Evans posted his 8th straight year with 1,000+ yard season, a new NFL record. The Philadelphia Eagles, a hated rival, are up next for the Bucs.   ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3400</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>273</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[272] AB is exactly who we thought he was</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/272-ab-is-exactly-who-we-thought-he-was--52917406</link><description><![CDATA[Antonio Brown's career is more notable for his bullshit than his skill. While his skill is up there with the best, the bullshit is unparalleled. He showed that again this week. Let's recap:   The week before the Jets game, his people go to the Bucs front office and ask for his incentives to be guaranteed. The team says no, most obviously because AB was on pace to hit them.   The Friday before the game, BA texts him to say we aren't resting in the final two weeks and will need him if he can play. AB says he tweaked his ankle but he should be good.   Saturday before the game, he texts an OnlyFans model, famous for toilet licking during Covid, to watch what he's going to do tomorrow. He sneaks her into the team hotel and films a porno. She also records the team space in the hotel. In the subsequent days, she posts a picture of a positive Covid test on Instagram and @s the Buccaneers saying they need to get the team tested.   Sunday - we know what happens there. During halftime, it's been revealed, Antonio lost it in the locker room at halftime because Gronk was getting all the targets.   The next week is filled with bizarre interviews, release of an album, text messages released by AB that contradict his own version of events, and so on.    When we signed AB, Molly warned that his ass was crazy and was adamantly against the signing. But we did what we always do: support the Buccaneers. Now that he's gone, we'll say it: It's clear AB is toxic and we don't need that shit, especially right now.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">cd5c4c12-c57a-4f2d-bc28-2fee2a1bfa1d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 08 Jan 2022 02:43:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917406/241315317_44100_2_28831a4c95aa7.mp3" length="78571728" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Antonio Brown's career is more notable for his bullshit than his skill. While his skill is up there with the best, the bullshit is unparalleled. He showed that again this week. Let's recap:   The week before the Jets game, his people go to the Bucs...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Antonio Brown's career is more notable for his bullshit than his skill. While his skill is up there with the best, the bullshit is unparalleled. He showed that again this week. Let's recap:   The week before the Jets game, his people go to the Bucs front office and ask for his incentives to be guaranteed. The team says no, most obviously because AB was on pace to hit them.   The Friday before the game, BA texts him to say we aren't resting in the final two weeks and will need him if he can play. AB says he tweaked his ankle but he should be good.   Saturday before the game, he texts an OnlyFans model, famous for toilet licking during Covid, to watch what he's going to do tomorrow. He sneaks her into the team hotel and films a porno. She also records the team space in the hotel. In the subsequent days, she posts a picture of a positive Covid test on Instagram and @s the Buccaneers saying they need to get the team tested.   Sunday - we know what happens there. During halftime, it's been revealed, Antonio lost it in the locker room at halftime because Gronk was getting all the targets.   The next week is filled with bizarre interviews, release of an album, text messages released by AB that contradict his own version of events, and so on.    When we signed AB, Molly warned that his ass was crazy and was adamantly against the signing. But we did what we always do: support the Buccaneers. Now that he's gone, we'll say it: It's clear AB is toxic and we don't need that shit, especially right now.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4911</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>272</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[271] Bucs beat the Jets, lose Antonio Brown in dramatic fashion</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/271-bucs-beat-the-jets-lose-antonio-brown-in-dramatic-fashion--52918067</link><description><![CDATA[Molly is thankful for the distraction as the Jets were WAAAY too close to beating the Bucs in that one. A two-minute drive from the GOAT sealed the W for the Bucs. Cyril Grayson came in clutch again, causing Ralph to consider retiring the "Doink" nickname.   What happened with Antonio Brown? We're getting bits and pieces from the media but nothing definitive. Bruce Arians may or may not have benched him after he refused to go in because his ankle was hurting him. Bruce Arians then may or may not have told him to leave. If only there were an institution whose purpose was to gather information and report to the public what they found. At this rate, we'll never know.   It's on to Carolina again. We still have the #2 seed to fight for, and BA has said we're not laying down. A playoff berth isn't good enough.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">87a2a89d-88f2-45f9-b7ed-b9cef999c663</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2022 01:36:21 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918067/240619463_44100_2_096191f34fb18.mp3" length="64138343" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Molly is thankful for the distraction as the Jets were WAAAY too close to beating the Bucs in that one. A two-minute drive from the GOAT sealed the W for the Bucs. Cyril Grayson came in clutch again, causing Ralph to consider retiring the "Doink"...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Molly is thankful for the distraction as the Jets were WAAAY too close to beating the Bucs in that one. A two-minute drive from the GOAT sealed the W for the Bucs. Cyril Grayson came in clutch again, causing Ralph to consider retiring the "Doink" nickname.   What happened with Antonio Brown? We're getting bits and pieces from the media but nothing definitive. Bruce Arians may or may not have benched him after he refused to go in because his ankle was hurting him. Bruce Arians then may or may not have told him to leave. If only there were an institution whose purpose was to gather information and report to the public what they found. At this rate, we'll never know.   It's on to Carolina again. We still have the #2 seed to fight for, and BA has said we're not laying down. A playoff berth isn't good enough.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4009</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>271</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[270] Bucs came away with a win against the Panthers, but where was their energy?!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/270-bucs-came-away-with-a-win-against-the-panthers-but-where-was-their-energy--52917482</link><description><![CDATA[To be fair, the Panthers came out with no energy and it showed. But it appeared the Bucs were feeding off their lackluster. A few guys had some oomph - Whitehead, Gholston, Stuard. But otherwise, we could have used some juice. Ralph hopes we're just saving our energy for the playoffs.   Our next matchup on the way to playoffs is against the Jets. We've seen teams like the Jets before, and they were wearing red and pewter. Molly watched the matchup between the Jets and the Jags from last week and all Ralph could hear from the other room were intermittent cackles and "Oh. My. God. Are you serious?!" QB Zac Wilson is just Sam Darnold 2.0. He's a little faster. The Bucs shouldn't have a problem with them, but half of our starters are out or injured.   Bruce Arians is out with Covid, and it appears the couch fainting over Antonio Brown's vaccination status (but what if he gives it to BA or Tom Moore?!) was for naught as Bruce Arians not only caught Covid from someone other than AB but he's also decidedly not dead. I'm sure the media will have an apology ready for AB at the next press conference. The #2 seed is still up for grabs in the NFC. The Bucs can get it by winning out and a Rams loss. The Bucs would beat Dallas in a head-to-head tie. Happy New Year, Bucs Nation!  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">31fd7f16-dbc5-412e-88f7-fe183cd15162</guid><pubDate>Sat, 01 Jan 2022 02:27:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917482/240226734_44100_2_f6bdb9d3564a5.mp3" length="61796100" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>To be fair, the Panthers came out with no energy and it showed. But it appeared the Bucs were feeding off their lackluster. A few guys had some oomph - Whitehead, Gholston, Stuard. But otherwise, we could have used some juice. Ralph hopes we're just...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[To be fair, the Panthers came out with no energy and it showed. But it appeared the Bucs were feeding off their lackluster. A few guys had some oomph - Whitehead, Gholston, Stuard. But otherwise, we could have used some juice. Ralph hopes we're just saving our energy for the playoffs.   Our next matchup on the way to playoffs is against the Jets. We've seen teams like the Jets before, and they were wearing red and pewter. Molly watched the matchup between the Jets and the Jags from last week and all Ralph could hear from the other room were intermittent cackles and "Oh. My. God. Are you serious?!" QB Zac Wilson is just Sam Darnold 2.0. He's a little faster. The Bucs shouldn't have a problem with them, but half of our starters are out or injured.   Bruce Arians is out with Covid, and it appears the couch fainting over Antonio Brown's vaccination status (but what if he gives it to BA or Tom Moore?!) was for naught as Bruce Arians not only caught Covid from someone other than AB but he's also decidedly not dead. I'm sure the media will have an apology ready for AB at the next press conference. The #2 seed is still up for grabs in the NFC. The Bucs can get it by winning out and a Rams loss. The Bucs would beat Dallas in a head-to-head tie. Happy New Year, Bucs Nation!  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3863</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>270</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[268] The Saints all-22 was WORSE than we initially thought</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/268-the-saints-all-22-was-worse-than-we-initially-thought--52917493</link><description><![CDATA[What we lacked in pass protection, we also lacked in the ability to catch passes and run without falling. The game film was worse than the initial viewing, as if that was possible. The young guys failed to show up once they were called up.    The defense played well.   The refs missed some calls. The play where Patrick O'Connor was injured was particularly egregious given that Grant Stuard was flagged for hitting the kicker RIGHT BESIDE O'Connor, who was being held.   The Carolina game will hopefully being a rebound. The Panthers are in shambles. Both Sam Darnold and Cam Newton will play. To what extent is still unknown. But the team is on a four-game lose streak, and haven't won at home game in five matchups.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">066ba1f7-12fc-4a85-aa21-858e1783c381</guid><pubDate>Fri, 24 Dec 2021 01:06:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917493/239265670_44100_2_1f295ad788d76.mp3" length="64268746" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What we lacked in pass protection, we also lacked in the ability to catch passes and run without falling. The game film was worse than the initial viewing, as if that was possible. The young guys failed to show up once they were called up.    The...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What we lacked in pass protection, we also lacked in the ability to catch passes and run without falling. The game film was worse than the initial viewing, as if that was possible. The young guys failed to show up once they were called up.    The defense played well.   The refs missed some calls. The play where Patrick O'Connor was injured was particularly egregious given that Grant Stuard was flagged for hitting the kicker RIGHT BESIDE O'Connor, who was being held.   The Carolina game will hopefully being a rebound. The Panthers are in shambles. Both Sam Darnold and Cam Newton will play. To what extent is still unknown. But the team is on a four-game lose streak, and haven't won at home game in five matchups.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4017</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>268</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[266] The Bills all-22 showed the Bucs are in playoff-ready as we turn to the Saints</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/266-the-bills-all-22-showed-the-bucs-are-in-playoff-ready-as-we-turn-to-the-saints--52917461</link><description><![CDATA[The Buccaneers looked nearly flawless against the Bills, with the exception of the first offensive play and the first defensive play. After that, we made few mistakes.   Leonard Fournette has taken over the bell-cow role in large part because of his pass protection. The man is a phenomenal blocker, often sacrificing his body to keep his quarterback upright. It's no wonder Brady trusts him the way he does. Fournette deserves the game ball for the offense.   We got away with some holding. Fournette's first big touchdown probably should have been called back for a hold by Tyler Johnson.   Shaq Barrett deserves the game ball for the defense. He was no match for anyone on the Bills offensive line.   Ralph has lamented about the defense's lack of man coverage. That all changed this game... on the last drive where the Bills tied it up.    The Bills use QB Josh Allen for designed runs where he receives the ball and immediately bolts. It is challenging to defend. Teams are getting the ball out so fast against our defense. It's frustrating that the defensive line doesn't have time to make bigs plays because the plays happen so fast.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b99df903-c2fc-42c2-a692-021b04a1e3ad</guid><pubDate>Sat, 18 Dec 2021 01:43:39 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917461/238361022_44100_2_a81c28a30667f.mp3" length="63117269" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Buccaneers looked nearly flawless against the Bills, with the exception of the first offensive play and the first defensive play. After that, we made few mistakes.   Leonard Fournette has taken over the bell-cow role in large part because of his...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Buccaneers looked nearly flawless against the Bills, with the exception of the first offensive play and the first defensive play. After that, we made few mistakes.   Leonard Fournette has taken over the bell-cow role in large part because of his pass protection. The man is a phenomenal blocker, often sacrificing his body to keep his quarterback upright. It's no wonder Brady trusts him the way he does. Fournette deserves the game ball for the offense.   We got away with some holding. Fournette's first big touchdown probably should have been called back for a hold by Tyler Johnson.   Shaq Barrett deserves the game ball for the defense. He was no match for anyone on the Bills offensive line.   Ralph has lamented about the defense's lack of man coverage. That all changed this game... on the last drive where the Bills tied it up.    The Bills use QB Josh Allen for designed runs where he receives the ball and immediately bolts. It is challenging to defend. Teams are getting the ball out so fast against our defense. It's frustrating that the defensive line doesn't have time to make bigs plays because the plays happen so fast.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3945</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>266</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[264] Double whammy: Atlanta Falcons Game Film Review &amp; Buffalo Bills Preview</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/264-double-whammy-atlanta-falcons-game-film-review-buffalo-bills-preview--52917489</link><description><![CDATA[It turns out the Falcons' offensive line isn't that bad. Shaq Barrett had a hard time against OL Kaleb McGary, and I daresay Barrett got beat for the first time since I've watched him. Others on the defensive line, like Ndamukong Suh and Will Gholston had good performances against the division foe.   Our offensive line just dominated. Donovan Smith played hard the first half, but then just looked exhausted the second half. Nevertheless, he played an aggressive game. Both teams looked spent at the end, and it appears they don't like each other too much.   The Buccaneers will face the Buffalo Bills at home this weekend. This game will have playoff implications for both teams. Should the Buccaneers win, they come that much closer to securing the division. If the Falcons beat the Panthers and the Saints lose to the Jets, it's a done deal. The Bills need a win desperately after falling to the Patriots on Monday Night Football, bringing their record to 7-5 and putting them in the 7th seed in the AFC. The Patriots rose to the #1 spot, and they're looking to hold it. The Bills can make up some lost ground by beating the Bucs and then beating the Patriots when they rematch in three weeks.   The Bills offense has some weapons in Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs. They can be dangerous with the long ball. But Josh Allen, like all running quarterbacks, is prone to bad decisions and it's cost the team in the past.  In our opinion, this will be a close game with the Bucs coming out on top.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c9eca0fd-546a-4d49-9aa3-f846282494fb</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Dec 2021 01:53:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917489/apo8029333726.mp3" length="36958249" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>It turns out the Falcons' offensive line isn't that bad. Shaq Barrett had a hard time against OL Kaleb McGary, and I daresay Barrett got beat for the first time since I've watched him. Others on the defensive line, like Ndamukong Suh and Will Gholston...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[It turns out the Falcons' offensive line isn't that bad. Shaq Barrett had a hard time against OL Kaleb McGary, and I daresay Barrett got beat for the first time since I've watched him. Others on the defensive line, like Ndamukong Suh and Will Gholston had good performances against the division foe.   Our offensive line just dominated. Donovan Smith played hard the first half, but then just looked exhausted the second half. Nevertheless, he played an aggressive game. Both teams looked spent at the end, and it appears they don't like each other too much.   The Buccaneers will face the Buffalo Bills at home this weekend. This game will have playoff implications for both teams. Should the Buccaneers win, they come that much closer to securing the division. If the Falcons beat the Panthers and the Saints lose to the Jets, it's a done deal. The Bills need a win desperately after falling to the Patriots on Monday Night Football, bringing their record to 7-5 and putting them in the 7th seed in the AFC. The Patriots rose to the #1 spot, and they're looking to hold it. The Bills can make up some lost ground by beating the Bucs and then beating the Patriots when they rematch in three weeks.   The Bills offense has some weapons in Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs. They can be dangerous with the long ball. But Josh Allen, like all running quarterbacks, is prone to bad decisions and it's cost the team in the past.  In our opinion, this will be a close game with the Bucs coming out on top.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3689</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>264</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[260] Molly was right: Bucs beat the Colts by a little</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/260-molly-was-right-bucs-beat-the-colts-by-a-little--52918093</link><description><![CDATA[THAT was an entertaining game. The Bucs should have been up by 20 to be sure, but they couldn't get it together in the first half.    While our expectations are high for the team, we have to remember that last season was not all sunshine and rainbows. We went through a lot of pain to get to the Super Bowl, and that made the victory that much sweeter.   It feels like the team is coming together again this year. You wouldn't think we'd have growing pains when we're the same players as last year. But every season is different. Hell, every week is different.   Our playmakers came to play Sunday against the Colts, never quitting and showing up when it mattered. Antoine Winfield Jr., Shaquil Barrett and Leonard Fournette all came to play. The Colts are a solid team that could be dangerous in the years to come should the team stay together, but this week they weren't 'with it' enough to topple the reigning champs. Better luck next time.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">f247eb43-fe5b-4e84-a9fd-8ee8a1f86062</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2021 01:46:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918093/apo1904207561.mp3" length="39244644" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>THAT was an entertaining game. The Bucs should have been up by 20 to be sure, but they couldn't get it together in the first half.    While our expectations are high for the team, we have to remember that last season was not all sunshine and rainbows....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[THAT was an entertaining game. The Bucs should have been up by 20 to be sure, but they couldn't get it together in the first half.    While our expectations are high for the team, we have to remember that last season was not all sunshine and rainbows. We went through a lot of pain to get to the Super Bowl, and that made the victory that much sweeter.   It feels like the team is coming together again this year. You wouldn't think we'd have growing pains when we're the same players as last year. But every season is different. Hell, every week is different.   Our playmakers came to play Sunday against the Colts, never quitting and showing up when it mattered. Antoine Winfield Jr., Shaquil Barrett and Leonard Fournette all came to play. The Colts are a solid team that could be dangerous in the years to come should the team stay together, but this week they weren't 'with it' enough to topple the reigning champs. Better luck next time.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3917</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>260</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[259] A house divided: Will the Colts lose by a little or A LOT?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/259-a-house-divided-will-the-colts-lose-by-a-little-or-a-lot--52918073</link><description><![CDATA[The Colts put a whooping on the Bills last week, but what does it actually mean? After watching the game, it was clear the Bills lost that game. The Colts simply capitalized on their mistakes. There's something to be said for that, to be sure, but what are the chances of a repeat this week against the Buccaneers? We both agree it's slim.    Tom Brady has said football starts after Thanksgiving, and here we are. The Colts lead the league in rushing, while the Bucs have the best rushing defense. The Colts defense allowed the most passing touchdowns in the league, and the Bucs offense has scored the most passing touchdowns in the league. It seems like the stats are in our favor.   Additionally, the Colts, while on a win streak, have played some of the worst teams in the league during that streak, including Jacksonville and the Jets. So their win-loss record may be misleading.   Ralph thinks this game will be a blowout, but Molly's not so sure.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e6975c3c-a123-4a08-8a12-edd1468a3565</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Nov 2021 02:03:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918073/apo5193911962.mp3" length="38508035" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Colts put a whooping on the Bills last week, but what does it actually mean? After watching the game, it was clear the Bills lost that game. The Colts simply capitalized on their mistakes. There's something to be said for that, to be sure, but...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Colts put a whooping on the Bills last week, but what does it actually mean? After watching the game, it was clear the Bills lost that game. The Colts simply capitalized on their mistakes. There's something to be said for that, to be sure, but what are the chances of a repeat this week against the Buccaneers? We both agree it's slim.    Tom Brady has said football starts after Thanksgiving, and here we are. The Colts lead the league in rushing, while the Bucs have the best rushing defense. The Colts defense allowed the most passing touchdowns in the league, and the Bucs offense has scored the most passing touchdowns in the league. It seems like the stats are in our favor.   Additionally, the Colts, while on a win streak, have played some of the worst teams in the league during that streak, including Jacksonville and the Jets. So their win-loss record may be misleading.   Ralph thinks this game will be a blowout, but Molly's not so sure.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3844</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3da0751a521f31dcc166e0eddb9a435c.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>259</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[253] New Orleans Saints game film review</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/253-new-orleans-saints-game-film-review--52917488</link><description><![CDATA[While the Buccaneers were flagged for what felt like an exorbitant number of penalties, in reality the Saints only scored three points off of penalties. Overall, the one that hurt us the most was the holding call on Ross Cockrell. The Buccaneers were the benefactors of seven non-calls in a complete turn of events.   In general, this game was not our best showing. I wouldn't go as far to say it was Keystone Cops-esque, but it was like the team's brain was foggy at times.  While the game did not turn out like we hoped, we'll rebound and be fine.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">3e71a6d6-5110-4e30-9a15-4792b8c36dd9</guid><pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2021 00:19:37 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917488/apo8559634084.mp3" length="38944961" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>While the Buccaneers were flagged for what felt like an exorbitant number of penalties, in reality the Saints only scored three points off of penalties. Overall, the one that hurt us the most was the holding call on Ross Cockrell. The Buccaneers were...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[While the Buccaneers were flagged for what felt like an exorbitant number of penalties, in reality the Saints only scored three points off of penalties. Overall, the one that hurt us the most was the holding call on Ross Cockrell. The Buccaneers were the benefactors of seven non-calls in a complete turn of events.   In general, this game was not our best showing. I wouldn't go as far to say it was Keystone Cops-esque, but it was like the team's brain was foggy at times.  While the game did not turn out like we hoped, we'll rebound and be fine.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3887</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6a00aeaee2a07c6e8e2fd3cd1e96fe81.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>253</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[251] Is the New Orleans game a REVENGE game?!?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/251-is-the-new-orleans-game-a-revenge-game--52918147</link><description><![CDATA[Who wants revenge more: Sean Payton, Jameis Winston, or the Buccaneers?    Sean Payton's franchise quarterback got retired by the Bucs.    Jameis Winston is facing his former team for the first time as a starter.    The Buccaneers were swept by the Saints in the regular season last year, and while they exacted their revenge in the playoffs, was it enough? Or does the Buccaneers defense want a piece of Jameis as payback for all the games that he lost them?    Jameis plays a very different role as quarterback of the Saints. He's throwing the ball significantly less than he did with the Bucs. Could you argue he's a game manager?    Should this game go wonky and the Bucs lose (doubtful), it will not have as big as an impact on the Bucs as the second game will. We'll still have a chance for revenge later on in the season. And there's no question the Bucs will make it into the playoffs, so our chances may be hurt by a loss, but not completely dashed.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">08b2b63d-379c-42fd-94bc-3e0ff84808f6</guid><pubDate>Sat, 30 Oct 2021 01:37:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52918147/apo6796683848.mp3" length="39932230" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Who wants revenge more: Sean Payton, Jameis Winston, or the Buccaneers?    Sean Payton's franchise quarterback got retired by the Bucs.    Jameis Winston is facing his former team for the first time as a starter.    The Buccaneers were swept by the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Who wants revenge more: Sean Payton, Jameis Winston, or the Buccaneers?    Sean Payton's franchise quarterback got retired by the Bucs.    Jameis Winston is facing his former team for the first time as a starter.    The Buccaneers were swept by the Saints in the regular season last year, and while they exacted their revenge in the playoffs, was it enough? Or does the Buccaneers defense want a piece of Jameis as payback for all the games that he lost them?    Jameis plays a very different role as quarterback of the Saints. He's throwing the ball significantly less than he did with the Bucs. Could you argue he's a game manager?    Should this game go wonky and the Bucs lose (doubtful), it will not have as big as an impact on the Bucs as the second game will. We'll still have a chance for revenge later on in the season. And there's no question the Bucs will make it into the playoffs, so our chances may be hurt by a loss, but not completely dashed.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3986</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6a00aeaee2a07c6e8e2fd3cd1e96fe81.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>251</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[241] Week 2 Atlanta Falcons preview: Coaching &amp; scheme change, roster moves and game predictions</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/241-week-2-atlanta-falcons-preview-coaching-scheme-change-roster-moves-and-game-predictions--52917496</link><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Falcons' coaching change took an unusual approach this year by keeping the existing roster largely in-tact. The consistency might help veteran Defensive Coordinator Dean Pees, who coached the Ravens' Super Bowl-winning team. However, the secondary had significant turnover with three of the four starters leaving.    On offense, the Falcons are missing a huge piece in Julio Jones, who was traded to the Tennessee Titans. TE Kyle Pitts was the team's first draft pick and could be a replacement for Jones. The team drafted an offensive lineman to serve as left guard, but the rookie had a rough first game against the Philadelphia Eagles.    The Buccaneers have this game without a doubt but the Falcons certainly have potential for growth over this season.   Is the NFL censoring graphic injuries from the game tape?   OLB Carl Nassib made history last week as the league's first openly gay active player. We discuss his recordbreaking performance. Former Buccaneers Kwon Alexander and Gerald McCoy suffer injuries.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">75b85f80-c311-4681-9d08-6bd2fb247a7c</guid><pubDate>Sat, 18 Sep 2021 00:59:45 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917496/d8ada8a7_e966_af5b_d20d_f5449b28531d.mp3" length="63340041" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Atlanta Falcons' coaching change took an unusual approach this year by keeping the existing roster largely in-tact. The consistency might help veteran Defensive Coordinator Dean Pees, who coached the Ravens' Super Bowl-winning team. However, the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Atlanta Falcons' coaching change took an unusual approach this year by keeping the existing roster largely in-tact. The consistency might help veteran Defensive Coordinator Dean Pees, who coached the Ravens' Super Bowl-winning team. However, the secondary had significant turnover with three of the four starters leaving.    On offense, the Falcons are missing a huge piece in Julio Jones, who was traded to the Tennessee Titans. TE Kyle Pitts was the team's first draft pick and could be a replacement for Jones. The team drafted an offensive lineman to serve as left guard, but the rookie had a rough first game against the Philadelphia Eagles.    The Buccaneers have this game without a doubt but the Falcons certainly have potential for growth over this season.   Is the NFL censoring graphic injuries from the game tape?   OLB Carl Nassib made history last week as the league's first openly gay active player. We discuss his recordbreaking performance. Former Buccaneers Kwon Alexander and Gerald McCoy suffer injuries.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3959</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6a00aeaee2a07c6e8e2fd3cd1e96fe81.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>241</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[239] Week 1 victory over Dallas Cowboys!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/239-week-1-victory-over-dallas-cowboys--52917543</link><description><![CDATA[The Buccaneers squeaked out a victory against the Dallas Cowboys. We underestimated the Cowboys; their game plan was superb and well-executed. But the Buccaneers persevered thanks to Tom Brady, the receivers and the Bucs pass rush. Vita Vea made his presence known.   Sean Murphy-Bunting sustained a gruesome injury. Bruce Arians said it was just a dislocation and is optimistic SMB will be back.   Special teams may have been the highlight of the game. Punter Bradley Pinion pinned the Cowboys inside their 10-yardline three times. Then Jaydon Mickens had a phenomenal performance as returned.  The game was much closer than I anticipated but was an entertaining way to open the season.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4a4964d7-15e0-4196-bae8-0cee3d5aaed2</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Sep 2021 03:23:23 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/52917543/1056f7b5_f0c5_5e58_ed2b_9f2977f9c428.mp3" length="57077341" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Buccaneers squeaked out a victory against the Dallas Cowboys. We underestimated the Cowboys; their game plan was superb and well-executed. But the Buccaneers persevered thanks to Tom Brady, the receivers and the Bucs pass rush. Vita Vea made his...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Buccaneers squeaked out a victory against the Dallas Cowboys. We underestimated the Cowboys; their game plan was superb and well-executed. But the Buccaneers persevered thanks to Tom Brady, the receivers and the Bucs pass rush. Vita Vea made his presence known.   Sean Murphy-Bunting sustained a gruesome injury. Bruce Arians said it was just a dislocation and is optimistic SMB will be back.   Special teams may have been the highlight of the game. Punter Bradley Pinion pinned the Cowboys inside their 10-yardline three times. Then Jaydon Mickens had a phenomenal performance as returned.  The game was much closer than I anticipated but was an entertaining way to open the season.  ---   Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3568</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd19fc4fa68dae2dfc04b9d988d322c6.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>239</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[238] Dallas Cowboys Preview Part 2: Score predictions, film analysis</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/238-dallas-cowboys-preview-part-2-score-predictions-film-analysis--46439860</link><description><![CDATA[This likely will be a very good showing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on primetime. Todd Bowles' defense is well-matched against the Dallas Cowboys' run-first offense. QB Dak Prescott likes to play conservative and mitigate risk.  <br />Chris Godwin joined the injury report with a quad injury. Others like Rob Gronkowski and Steve McLendon sat out today for a veterans' day off. The only player officially ruled out for the game is S Jordan Whitehead.  <br />The Saints drop RB Latavius Murray after he declined to take a paycut.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">35e2a626-292a-4f10-8427-ef14ee32101c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/46439860/0e0f82ac_f401_37a0_feaf_c65079916179.mp3" length="59925732" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This likely will be a very good showing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on primetime. Todd Bowles' defense is well-matched against the Dallas Cowboys' run-first offense. QB Dak Prescott likes to play conservative and mitigate risk.  
Chris Godwin joined...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This likely will be a very good showing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on primetime. Todd Bowles' defense is well-matched against the Dallas Cowboys' run-first offense. QB Dak Prescott likes to play conservative and mitigate risk.  <br />Chris Godwin joined the injury report with a quad injury. Others like Rob Gronkowski and Steve McLendon sat out today for a veterans' day off. The only player officially ruled out for the game is S Jordan Whitehead.  <br />The Saints drop RB Latavius Murray after he declined to take a paycut.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3746</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/dd6e979ad691f084938b54198f03a636.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[237] Dallas Cowboys preview Part 1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/237-dallas-cowboys-preview-part-1--46439864</link><description><![CDATA[This week is an odd week so we've broken up the preview into two parts. In this episode, Molly discusses the changes the Cowboys made in the offseason, offensive line concerns and Dak Prescott's injury. Is the Dallas wide receiver corps a top ten trio? Top five?  <br />How much of an impact will the defensive line have against the Cowboys offensive line, particularly with their right tackle out on the Covid reserve list and their right tackle recovering from injury?  <br />The Buccaneers players seem eager for kickoff. Friday's practice was so physical the players opted to wear pads in the next practice.  <br />Ndamukong Suh returned from the Covid list as expected Monday. S Jordan Whitehead remains sidelined with a hamstring injury and is likely not going to appear in the opener. The Buccaneers are set at the position with depth like Mike Edwards and Ross Cockrell.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">566c08f6-8716-4dc1-94a6-0d02d2726926</guid><pubDate>Mon, 06 Sep 2021 20:37:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/46439864/92e4ae8c_7fb9_ab71_c34a_b6801f0675c0.mp3" length="61576671" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This week is an odd week so we've broken up the preview into two parts. In this episode, Molly discusses the changes the Cowboys made in the offseason, offensive line concerns and Dak Prescott's injury. Is the Dallas wide receiver corps a top ten...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week is an odd week so we've broken up the preview into two parts. In this episode, Molly discusses the changes the Cowboys made in the offseason, offensive line concerns and Dak Prescott's injury. Is the Dallas wide receiver corps a top ten trio? Top five?  <br />How much of an impact will the defensive line have against the Cowboys offensive line, particularly with their right tackle out on the Covid reserve list and their right tackle recovering from injury?  <br />The Buccaneers players seem eager for kickoff. Friday's practice was so physical the players opted to wear pads in the next practice.  <br />Ndamukong Suh returned from the Covid list as expected Monday. S Jordan Whitehead remains sidelined with a hamstring injury and is likely not going to appear in the opener. The Buccaneers are set at the position with depth like Mike Edwards and Ross Cockrell.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3849</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d74bb9f534f55c2e9470dacd8476066b.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[236] IT'S ONLY SIX DAYS TO KICKOFF!! Buccaneers Roster Moves, Uniform schedule, League news</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/236-it-s-only-six-days-to-kickoff-buccaneers-roster-moves-uniform-schedule-league-news--46439859</link><description><![CDATA[K Ryan Succop and OL Nick Leverett return from the Covid list. OLB Cam Gill is (finally) moved to injured reserve for his mystery injury.   <br />Your hate is Tom Brady's fuel.  <br />Is Cam Newton's NFL career over?<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">26e2aa17-46d8-4aa7-acb7-eea7b2e63595</guid><pubDate>Sat, 04 Sep 2021 00:45:39 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/46439859/fde8e95b_2963_758f_8ec3_1876435b0bca.mp3" length="56280292" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>K Ryan Succop and OL Nick Leverett return from the Covid list. OLB Cam Gill is (finally) moved to injured reserve for his mystery injury.   
Your hate is Tom Brady's fuel.  
Is Cam Newton's NFL career over?

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Send in a voice message:...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[K Ryan Succop and OL Nick Leverett return from the Covid list. OLB Cam Gill is (finally) moved to injured reserve for his mystery injury.   <br />Your hate is Tom Brady's fuel.  <br />Is Cam Newton's NFL career over?<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3518</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d74bb9f534f55c2e9470dacd8476066b.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[234] Jameis Winston's preseason performance, Covid news, news from around the NFL, roster cuts</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/234-jameis-winston-s-preseason-performance-covid-news-news-from-around-the-nfl-roster-cuts--46439858</link><description><![CDATA[Jameis Winston had Twitter in an uproar this weekend as he scored two touchdowns in typical Jameis fashion. Saints fans are clamoring for Jameis to become the starter, and we couldn't agree more.  <br />Buccaneers Kicker Ryan Succop was diagnosed with Covid this weekend, which Bruce Arians linked to a dinner he had with former teammates from the Titans. Arians has announced the team, whether vaccinated or not, will not be going out when the team travels to Houston this weekend.  <br />Several Buffalo Bills players are being subjected to five-day re-entry rules after an infected but vaccinated staff member had contact with the players. The Cowboys are also having an outbreak the same week Jerry Jones went on Sirius emphasizing the importance of the vaccines.  <br />The Buccaneers waived T Chidi Okeke.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">3d40b272-3d69-4c3e-a1be-1f488a436021</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2021 23:57:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/46439858/aefdc06a_b785_cffd_e67f_1b5b8e6e1cb9.mp3" length="63205040" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Jameis Winston had Twitter in an uproar this weekend as he scored two touchdowns in typical Jameis fashion. Saints fans are clamoring for Jameis to become the starter, and we couldn't agree more.  
Buccaneers Kicker Ryan Succop was diagnosed with...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Jameis Winston had Twitter in an uproar this weekend as he scored two touchdowns in typical Jameis fashion. Saints fans are clamoring for Jameis to become the starter, and we couldn't agree more.  <br />Buccaneers Kicker Ryan Succop was diagnosed with Covid this weekend, which Bruce Arians linked to a dinner he had with former teammates from the Titans. Arians has announced the team, whether vaccinated or not, will not be going out when the team travels to Houston this weekend.  <br />Several Buffalo Bills players are being subjected to five-day re-entry rules after an infected but vaccinated staff member had contact with the players. The Cowboys are also having an outbreak the same week Jerry Jones went on Sirius emphasizing the importance of the vaccines.  <br />The Buccaneers waived T Chidi Okeke.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3951</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/59d2603b799eab37ca9816534026eff7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[233] Bucs fall to the Tennessee Titans in Preseason Week 2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/233-bucs-fall-to-the-tennessee-titans-in-preseason-week-2--46439853</link><description><![CDATA[The game didn't go haywire for the Buccaneers until the odd Tanner Hudson fumble for a touchdown. Prior to that, while it wasn't great, the guys competing for jobs showed some promise.   <br />The Buccaneers saw all they needed to see from OLB Quinton Bell, WR TJ Simmons, S Nate Brooks and S Lawrence White. The players were released Sunday, which brought the team to the 80-man roster limit. RB Troymaine Pope was waived with an injury designation.  <br />Titans HC Mike Vrabel announced Sunday he tested positive for Covid. Vrabel was spotted next to Tom Brady on the sideline and in Bruce Arians' golf cart. Bruce Arians said today in a press conference there was no cause for concern for the Buccaneers.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">25505a00-e326-486a-8034-f269f134619d</guid><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 00:45:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/46439853/49c68085_02be_574e_37e6_d3edafcd82a9.mp3" length="60525922" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The game didn't go haywire for the Buccaneers until the odd Tanner Hudson fumble for a touchdown. Prior to that, while it wasn't great, the guys competing for jobs showed some promise.   
The Buccaneers saw all they needed to see from OLB Quinton...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The game didn't go haywire for the Buccaneers until the odd Tanner Hudson fumble for a touchdown. Prior to that, while it wasn't great, the guys competing for jobs showed some promise.   <br />The Buccaneers saw all they needed to see from OLB Quinton Bell, WR TJ Simmons, S Nate Brooks and S Lawrence White. The players were released Sunday, which brought the team to the 80-man roster limit. RB Troymaine Pope was waived with an injury designation.  <br />Titans HC Mike Vrabel announced Sunday he tested positive for Covid. Vrabel was spotted next to Tom Brady on the sideline and in Bruce Arians' golf cart. Bruce Arians said today in a press conference there was no cause for concern for the Buccaneers.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3783</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/59d2603b799eab37ca9816534026eff7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[232] Titans matchup preview</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/232-titans-matchup-preview--46439857</link><description><![CDATA[Yesterday's practice with the Titans got lively as four skirmishes broke out, including one where Antonio Brown clocked a Titans defensive back. <br /><br />The starters will not play Saturday, leaving plenty of snaps for guys fighting for jobs. TE Tanner Hudson needs to make a splash, but it's not even clear he'll play with his wrist injury. OLB Cam Gill is another player whose tenure may be cut short due to injury. <br /><br />Based on how both teams played last week, we expect a physical game. <br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6c42ea4b-c680-4e08-9dc3-7eb1370bfa15</guid><pubDate>Fri, 20 Aug 2021 11:37:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/46439857/f338919d_aff2_30e6_4f15_9ed31118f92b.mp3" length="55586898" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Yesterday's practice with the Titans got lively as four skirmishes broke out, including one where Antonio Brown clocked a Titans defensive back. 

The starters will not play Saturday, leaving plenty of snaps for guys fighting for jobs. TE Tanner...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Yesterday's practice with the Titans got lively as four skirmishes broke out, including one where Antonio Brown clocked a Titans defensive back. <br /><br />The starters will not play Saturday, leaving plenty of snaps for guys fighting for jobs. TE Tanner Hudson needs to make a splash, but it's not even clear he'll play with his wrist injury. OLB Cam Gill is another player whose tenure may be cut short due to injury. <br /><br />Based on how both teams played last week, we expect a physical game. <br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3475</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/59d2603b799eab37ca9816534026eff7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[230] First preseason game is in the books. Bucs fall to the Bengals.</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/230-first-preseason-game-is-in-the-books-bucs-fall-to-the-bengals--46439862</link><description><![CDATA[THAT was an entertaining preseason game. Backups on the defense showed a lot of promise. Nate Brooks, Antonio Hamilton and Joe Jones impressed. That list is not exhaustive, either. On the offense, Jaelon Darden made splashes reminiscent of Tyreek Hill. Giovanni Bernard also made plays against his former team.  <br />In other news, the Buccaneers made three cuts ahead of Tuesday's deadline to reduce the roster to 85. WR Cameron Kinley, TE De'Quan Hampton and WR Josh Pearson were the first casualties.   <br />Devin White received his diploma from LSU last week.   <br />The NFL has begun to release its top 100 list. As of recording, Tristan Wirfs, Shaq Barrett, Chris Godwin and JPP made the list.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">82ebec32-ef99-419c-b02c-27ae987f6eef</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/46439862/72ccedbd_134b_12dc_22b9_c8e218aff384.mp3" length="59125341" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>THAT was an entertaining preseason game. Backups on the defense showed a lot of promise. Nate Brooks, Antonio Hamilton and Joe Jones impressed. That list is not exhaustive, either. On the offense, Jaelon Darden made splashes reminiscent of Tyreek...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[THAT was an entertaining preseason game. Backups on the defense showed a lot of promise. Nate Brooks, Antonio Hamilton and Joe Jones impressed. That list is not exhaustive, either. On the offense, Jaelon Darden made splashes reminiscent of Tyreek Hill. Giovanni Bernard also made plays against his former team.  <br />In other news, the Buccaneers made three cuts ahead of Tuesday's deadline to reduce the roster to 85. WR Cameron Kinley, TE De'Quan Hampton and WR Josh Pearson were the first casualties.   <br />Devin White received his diploma from LSU last week.   <br />The NFL has begun to release its top 100 list. As of recording, Tristan Wirfs, Shaq Barrett, Chris Godwin and JPP made the list.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3696</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/59d2603b799eab37ca9816534026eff7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[227] More training camp updates, NFL GamePass status, and more media activism</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/227-more-training-camp-updates-nfl-gamepass-status-and-more-media-activism--46439855</link><description><![CDATA[Training camp warriors have emerged on both sides of the ball. What does that mean for the regular season?  <br />Ryan Succop reportedly been inconsistent this camp. Should that be cause for concern? <br />The sports writers have been going after players for nonconformity on vaccination orthodoxy. The NFLPA pulls a bait-and-switch with Covid protocols. Whose side are they actually on?<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">310e5e44-ccd8-4aae-96d4-7ea7d0a2672b</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/46439855/0ef3d8b3_d3dd_bfad_3aaa_cd26471eef11.mp3" length="66748916" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Training camp warriors have emerged on both sides of the ball. What does that mean for the regular season?  
Ryan Succop reportedly been inconsistent this camp. Should that be cause for concern? 
The sports writers have been going after players for...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Training camp warriors have emerged on both sides of the ball. What does that mean for the regular season?  <br />Ryan Succop reportedly been inconsistent this camp. Should that be cause for concern? <br />The sports writers have been going after players for nonconformity on vaccination orthodoxy. The NFLPA pulls a bait-and-switch with Covid protocols. Whose side are they actually on?<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4172</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/59d2603b799eab37ca9816534026eff7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[224] Schedule release, draft talk, and news</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/224-schedule-release-draft-talk-and-news--46439856</link><description><![CDATA[The schedule was released last night and Molly is less than thrilled about the season opener against the Cowboys. The strength of schedule for the year certainly favors the Buccaneers. Is there a team in the league that can compete with the Bucs? <br />We were in the fortunate position of drafting best available player rather than need. The Kyle Trask pick has garnered some criticisms, but we prefer a pocket passer to a running quarterback any day.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">a768d1e0-261d-4601-bace-7cdc264c4228</guid><pubDate>Thu, 13 May 2021 20:23:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/46439856/b54a1e86_b33a_4b51_e6b5_53feb8725736.mp3" length="52556694" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The schedule was released last night and Molly is less than thrilled about the season opener against the Cowboys. The strength of schedule for the year certainly favors the Buccaneers. Is there a team in the league that can compete with the Bucs? 
We...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The schedule was released last night and Molly is less than thrilled about the season opener against the Cowboys. The strength of schedule for the year certainly favors the Buccaneers. Is there a team in the league that can compete with the Bucs? <br />We were in the fortunate position of drafting best available player rather than need. The Kyle Trask pick has garnered some criticisms, but we prefer a pocket passer to a running quarterback any day.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3285</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/59d2603b799eab37ca9816534026eff7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[223] Offseason Updates &amp; Draft Talk</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/223-offseason-updates-draft-talk--46439863</link><description><![CDATA[Full disclosure: we know nothing about the draft. But that hasn't stopped us from talking about something before! We talk bringing back the gang, where the front office should focus, baby announcements, rule changes, and more!<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b681048b-5feb-4759-bac5-4d5bc99bb428</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Apr 2021 20:16:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/46439863/085dd02d_21ef_fd44_529e_565069eae18a.mp3" length="62713938" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Full disclosure: we know nothing about the draft. But that hasn't stopped us from talking about something before! We talk bringing back the gang, where the front office should focus, baby announcements, rule changes, and more!

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Send in a voice...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Full disclosure: we know nothing about the draft. But that hasn't stopped us from talking about something before! We talk bringing back the gang, where the front office should focus, baby announcements, rule changes, and more!<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3920</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/59d2603b799eab37ca9816534026eff7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[222] Bucs Free Agency Update &amp; NFC South Free Agency Update</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/222-bucs-free-agency-update-nfc-south-free-agency-update--46439861</link><description><![CDATA[The Buccaneers have made some major moves since our free agency analysis last week. Tom Brady signed an extension, Shaq Barrett and Gronk are coming back, and Jason Licht and Mike Greenberg are magicians. <br />The NFC South, on the other hand, is a mess. Drew Brees retires from football, leaving the quarterback position in New Orleans wide open for competition between Taysom Hill and Jameis Winston. There's a steep drop-off at wide receiver after Slant Boy Michael Thomas, and the tight end room lost one of Drew Brees' favorite weapons last year, Jared Cook. The defense in New Orleans will require a lot of attention, but there's not a whole lot of cap space to pay for any of it.<br />The Carolina Panthers have plenty of money to spend, but a lot of holes to fill. Notably, the offensive line is in shambles. The team attempted to shop Teddy Bridgewater to Detroit when Matthew Stafford was on the table. It doesn't bode well for his future with the team. The team could upgrade at multiple positions on defense, including linebacker and the secondary.<br />The Atlanta Falcons pushed Matt Ryan's cap hit off another year, when he'll count $42M against the cap. The team likewise needs to rebuild its offensive line and running back room. Newly hired Arthur Smith does not have much cap room to build the team to his liking as most new coaches are wont to do.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2cb0e5c1-9f37-438f-98d7-9c1996456b05</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:23 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/46439861/3dadb2d0_5c11_92f8_a7d9_73c6e5297b30.mp3" length="56492616" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Buccaneers have made some major moves since our free agency analysis last week. Tom Brady signed an extension, Shaq Barrett and Gronk are coming back, and Jason Licht and Mike Greenberg are magicians. 
The NFC South, on the other hand, is a mess....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Buccaneers have made some major moves since our free agency analysis last week. Tom Brady signed an extension, Shaq Barrett and Gronk are coming back, and Jason Licht and Mike Greenberg are magicians. <br />The NFC South, on the other hand, is a mess. Drew Brees retires from football, leaving the quarterback position in New Orleans wide open for competition between Taysom Hill and Jameis Winston. There's a steep drop-off at wide receiver after Slant Boy Michael Thomas, and the tight end room lost one of Drew Brees' favorite weapons last year, Jared Cook. The defense in New Orleans will require a lot of attention, but there's not a whole lot of cap space to pay for any of it.<br />The Carolina Panthers have plenty of money to spend, but a lot of holes to fill. Notably, the offensive line is in shambles. The team attempted to shop Teddy Bridgewater to Detroit when Matthew Stafford was on the table. It doesn't bode well for his future with the team. The team could upgrade at multiple positions on defense, including linebacker and the secondary.<br />The Atlanta Falcons pushed Matt Ryan's cap hit off another year, when he'll count $42M against the cap. The team likewise needs to rebuild its offensive line and running back room. Newly hired Arthur Smith does not have much cap room to build the team to his liking as most new coaches are wont to do.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3531</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/59d2603b799eab37ca9816534026eff7.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[221] Buccaneers Free Agency</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/221-buccaneers-free-agency--43867873</link><description><![CDATA[BREAKING: Buccaneers tag Chris Godwin and sign Lavonte David to a two-year extension. (Mike Greenberg is a true magician.) We break down the Buccaneers cap situation, who we need to sign, who would be nice to sign, and who will likely walk. Plus, we discuss the murmurings of a Gerald McCoy return (ya'll stop, please).<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">5991087f-d685-4907-a271-05397d6cea42</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2021 01:49:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/43867873/https_d3ctxlq1ktw2nl_cloudfront_net_staging_2021_2_10_fca02565_8b67_730b_4a84_369db9a66d22.mp3" length="67634572" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>BREAKING: Buccaneers tag Chris Godwin and sign Lavonte David to a two-year extension. (Mike Greenberg is a true magician.) We break down the Buccaneers cap situation, who we need to sign, who would be nice to sign, and who will likely walk. Plus, we...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[BREAKING: Buccaneers tag Chris Godwin and sign Lavonte David to a two-year extension. (Mike Greenberg is a true magician.) We break down the Buccaneers cap situation, who we need to sign, who would be nice to sign, and who will likely walk. Plus, we discuss the murmurings of a Gerald McCoy return (ya'll stop, please).<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4228</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6e6045401f6368e51b20cac80bcfee8d.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[219] Buccaneers Year in Review: Offense</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/219-buccaneers-year-in-review-offense--43646055</link><description><![CDATA[We go over each position group on the 2020 Buccaneers offense and discuss our expectations on the season and how they measured up.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">fd802033-5935-4c8d-ae6a-178870b5a807</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2021 23:42:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/43646055/https_d3ctxlq1ktw2nl_cloudfront_net_staging_2021_1_25_728126db_4102_f746_7777_12f3451cc594.mp3" length="76922461" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>We go over each position group on the 2020 Buccaneers offense and discuss our expectations on the season and how they measured up.

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[We go over each position group on the 2020 Buccaneers offense and discuss our expectations on the season and how they measured up.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4808</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6e6045401f6368e51b20cac80bcfee8d.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>[218] Super Bowl 55 vs. Kansas City Chiefs review</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/218-super-bowl-55-vs-kansas-city-chiefs-review--43646056</link><description><![CDATA[Bold take: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers that beat the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 55 is the best football team to ever play the game. Ever. If you can think of a better team, send us a message.  <br />The Tampa Bay Buccaneers DOMINATED the Kansas City Chiefs in every respect. By the end of the game, the Chiefs players were demoralized and frustrated. The efforts in the mainstream to diminish the Bucs total domination is an affront to the sport itself and it amazes us that no one is talking about how elite the Buccaneers are. After the Saints game, we said the Saints did not bring their A game. After we beat the Packers, we said the same thing. We would have said the same thing after the Chiefs game, except what are the chances that can be true three games in a row? The fact is, the Buccaneers defense shut down three Super Bowl MVP QBs three games in a row. There is something to be said for that and it's a travesty that no one is pointing it out.<br /> There was not a team in the league that could have stopped this team, and it's only going to be better next year.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">08023830-8674-4acf-b68b-21939df6ca9e</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2021 03:07:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/43646056/https_d3ctxlq1ktw2nl_cloudfront_net_staging_2021_1_18_2cbf94fe_96ae_0363_df13_a532071fb803.mp3" length="83132916" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Edwin Whitt</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Bold take: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers that beat the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 55 is the best football team to ever play the game. Ever. If you can think of a better team, send us a message.  
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers DOMINATED the Kansas City...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Bold take: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers that beat the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 55 is the best football team to ever play the game. Ever. If you can think of a better team, send us a message.  <br />The Tampa Bay Buccaneers DOMINATED the Kansas City Chiefs in every respect. By the end of the game, the Chiefs players were demoralized and frustrated. The efforts in the mainstream to diminish the Bucs total domination is an affront to the sport itself and it amazes us that no one is talking about how elite the Buccaneers are. After the Saints game, we said the Saints did not bring their A game. After we beat the Packers, we said the same thing. We would have said the same thing after the Chiefs game, except what are the chances that can be true three games in a row? The fact is, the Buccaneers defense shut down three Super Bowl MVP QBs three games in a row. There is something to be said for that and it's a travesty that no one is pointing it out.<br /> There was not a team in the league that could have stopped this team, and it's only going to be better next year.<br /><br />--- <br /><br />Send in a voice message: <a href="https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message" rel="noopener">https://anchor.fm/buccaneers-observer/message</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5196</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6e6045401f6368e51b20cac80bcfee8d.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
