Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Kellen Winslow ‘not wanted’ in Tampa; Dallas Clark is

May 21, 2012

There’s no question that new coach Greg Schiano is changing the culture in Tampa Bay. ‘Out with the old, in with the new’ is his motto, and, in this instance, it certainly applies to the tight end position. Per Sirius XM NFL Radio host Andrew Bogusch, Kellen Winslow was told Monday morning that he’s “not [...]

Carl Nicks becomes NFL’s highest-paid guard

March 14, 2012

Two days after expressing his desire to become the league’s richest guard, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have granted Carl Nicks his wish. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter (who else?), the Bucs signed Nicks to a five-year, $47.5 million contract, including $31 million in guarantees. Just as he wanted, Nicks surpassed the Patriots’ Logan Mankins both [...]

Aqib Talib allegedly threatened to ‘put a cap in’ woman

March 8, 2012

As ManningWatch continues on in its second day, we are once again reminded how Aqib Talib possesses million-dollar talent, and a ten-cent head. A Tampa woman has reportedly filed a lawsuit against Talib, alleging the Bucs cornerback threatened to “put a cap in (her)” during a traffic dispute in December 2010. Per the Tampa Tribune, [...]

Mario Manningham ‘expected’ to sign with Bucs

February 26, 2012

On Saturday, there was a reported ‘75 percent‘ chance Mario Manningham has caught his final pass — and what a catch it was — with Big Blue. Well, as we’re finding out a day later, that number could stand to be bumped up to the full monty. Sources tell Clark Judge of CBSSports.com there is [...]

Bucs saving ‘every penny’ for free agency

February 14, 2012

Say what you want about the Bucs, but one thing they’re not is strapped for cash. Heading into the start of the new league year, reports estimate that Tampa Bay is sitting pretty with $60.5 million in salary cap space, second only to the Chiefs’ $62.9 million. So what are they planning on doing with [...]

Ronde Barber undecided about future

February 12, 2012

For fifteen seasons, Ronde Barber has been a staple of the Bucs defense, establishing himself as an all-time great with longevity rarely achieved in today’s NFL. Unfortunately, the soon-to-be free agent knows his shelf life may be set to expire soon. While at a charity event for fellow teammate Shelton Quarles on Saturday night, Barber [...]

Marty Schottenheimer to interview for Bucs job

January 9, 2012

When it comes to searching for their next head coach, the Bucs are truly leaving no rock unturned. Per ESPN’s Chris Mortensen, the Buccaneers will interview Marty Schottenheimer for their head-coaching vacancy on Tuesday. The 68-year-old Schottenheimer has been out of the NFL since 2006, when he was unceremoniously fired as the Chargers’ head coach [...]

Bucs fire Raheem Morris

January 2, 2012

A yearly “tradition,” Black Monday around the NFL has officially arrived. As expected, it’s already claimed the jobs of Rams coach Steve Spagnuolo and GM Billy Devaney. Now, in what is usually the consequence of a terrible season, the Bucs’ head man has been issued his walking papers. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Tampa [...]