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Bucs Announce 2009 Training Camp Schedule

The Bucs announced their 2009 training camp schedule Thursday. All but one of the team's training camp practices will be held at One Buc Place in Tampa. The Bucs report to camp on July 31 and will hold a morning practice at One Buc followed by a night workout at Raymond James Stadium on Aug. 1.

[PEWTER INSIDER] Bates' Former Players Share Insight Into Scheme

What was required of the linemen, linebackers and cornerbacks in Jim Bates' defensive scheme in Miami? How does Zach Thomas feel Barrett Ruud's decision to skip OTAs will impact his play in the new defense? Bates' former players provide insight on Bates' 4-3 defensive scheme in this installment of Flynn's Focus.

Bucs Not Big Spenders Over Past Five Years

The Buccaneers were the league's lowest spenders in terms of player payroll over the past five seasons (2004-08), according to a recent article published on NFL.com. The Bucs spent $449 million in payroll during that time period. The biggest spender - the Dallas Cowboys - invested $566 million in player payroll.

[PEWTER INSIDER] Chat Transcript - 6/30

How will the Bucs fare in 2009? What should fans expect from the Bucs training camp? Will Cadillac Williams be ready for camp? Bucs beat writer Jim Flynn answers your questions in this PewterReport.com chat session, which was held Tuesday afternoon.

[PEWTER INSIDER] PI Quick Hits

What is a criticism of Josh Freeman from inside One Buc Place? What is the drawback of the Buccaneers zone-blocking scheme? Could the preseason games this year be the best ever for Bucs fans? Find out in the latest PI Quick Hits.

Pewter Report Chat Session - 1PM Tuesday

PewterReport.com will host a 30-minute chat session on Tuesday afternoon. Get your Bucs questions answered in this chat session, which will be hosted by Pewter Report Bucs beat writer Jim Flynn at 1:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday.

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[PEWTER INSIDER] Former Players Rave About Bates' Ability To Teach

Pewter Report recently spoke with a few of Bucs defensive coordinator Jim Bates' former players. In addition to deeming him a great teacher, what insight did Bates' former players provide to Pewter Report? Find out in this installment of Flynn's Focus.

Mahan Restructures Contract

Tampa Bay Buccaneers backup offensive lineman Sean Mahan restructured his contract for the 2009 season. Mahan was scheduled to make $3 million in base salary, but is now slated to make $1.6 million next season. Mahan originally signed the five-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers before the 2007 season.

[PEWTER INSIDER] Chat Transcript - 6/24

Which Bucs performed well at the mandatory mini-camp? Which ones need to fare better in training camp to make the team? Bucs beat writer Jim Flynn answers your questions in this PewterReport.com chat session, which was held Wednesday afternoon.