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At Tampa's Sneaker Soiree, Bolts GM still on job

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 06:48:33 -0400

Steve Yzerman talks about the search for a goaltender during a gathering of local team decision-makers at the Sneaker Soiree, which honors the area's best in sports.

Bucs name Eric Stokes director of college scouting

Wed, 30 May 2012 12:27:03 -0400

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers beefed up their scouting department Wednesday, naming former Seahawks scouting executive Eric Stokes the director of college scouting.

Bucs' McCoy among those recognized by Pop Warner

Tue, 29 May 2012 16:39:04 -0400

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy was among the honorees at the 52nd annual Pop Warner All-American Scholastic Banquet held this past weekend at Disney World's Yacht & Beach Club Resort.

Dolphins to be featured on HBO's 'Hard Knocks'

Tue, 29 May 2012 16:00:23 -0400

The Miami Dolphins will appear on "Hard Knocks" this summer.

Beason quick to defend Newton

Sun, 27 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Jon Beason doesn't play offensive tackle, but he's certainly not afraid to protect his quarterback.

Bucs turning up the heat in conditioning

Sat, 26 May 2012 18:35:09 -0400

You can change the culture inside the building at One Buc Place, but you can't change the fact that outside, on a Sunday afternoon in September, it is unbearably hot at Raymond James Stadium.

Bucs Q&A: Will Blount be the starter, or Martin?

Fri, 25 May 2012 11:31:37 -0400

Have a good question about the Tampa Bay Buccaneers? The Tampa Tribune's beat writers - Roy Cummings and Ira Kaufman - will answer it.

Sanchez sharp, Tebow throws 2 INTs in Jets' workout

Fri, 25 May 2012 08:51:04 -0400

Mark Sanchez smiled for a split-second when a reporter labeled him as the most scrutinized guy in the New York Jets' locker room.

Kellen Winslow ready for fresh start with Seahawks

Fri, 25 May 2012 05:43:15 -0400

RENTON, Wash. — Kellen Winslow is ready to prove he still has something left for the Seattle Seahawks.

Penn determined to make Bucs' ground game work

Thu, 24 May 2012 15:24:21 -0400

Less talk, more action.

Union accuses NFL of collusion in 2010 season

Wed, 23 May 2012 17:31:04 -0400

The players union claimed Wednesday that the NFL imposed a secret salary cap during the uncapped 2010 season that cost the players at least $1 billion.

NFL passes new pad rules, extends trade deadline

Tue, 22 May 2012 15:44:07 -0400

The NFL has made thigh and knee pads mandatory equipment for the 2013 season, something the players' union could oppose because the move was not collectively bargained.

Schiano wants Bucs to have conditioning edge in hot weather

Tue, 22 May 2012 14:56:17 -0400

When Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Greg Schiano looks ahead to the start of the 2012 season, he envisions opponents wilting in searing summer heat.

Bucs sign Robinson High grad, WR Greg Ellingson

Tue, 22 May 2012 14:19:04 -0400

Ellingson entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent of the Jacksonville Jaguars after the 2011 draft.

On first day, Bucs TE Clark seeks comfort with new team

Tue, 22 May 2012 14:07:04 -0400

When Dallas Clark was released by the Indianapolis Colts in early March, he lost what he called his "security blanket.'' He hopes he's found a new one in Tampa Bay.

Bucs WR Parkers signs 1-year extension for 2013

Tue, 22 May 2012 14:00:24 -0400

Wide receiver Preston Parker displayed a knack for making big plays on third down in 2001, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers rewarded the former Florida State standout with a bigger contract.

Bucs trade Winslow to Seattle, sign TE Dallas Clark

Tue, 22 May 2012 00:11:22 -0400

Despite all the questions about his character, commitment and chronic right knee problems, Kellen Winslow never failed to play in a game for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Winslow's Bucs tenure comes to predictable end

Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Kellen Winslow, like Tanard Jackson before him, has failed the Greg Schiano Buccaneer Man sniff test. Is it really surprising? Is it a bad thing?

Winslow says he's not in Bucs' plans for 2012

Mon, 21 May 2012 13:28:06 -0400

Tight end Kellen Winslow, the leading receiver during his three years in Tampa Bay, told SiriusXM NFL Radio that he will likely be traded.

Bucs WR Williams learning from new teammate Jackson

Sun, 20 May 2012 09:28:02 -0400

When his once sure hands began to betray him and his confidence started to evaporate last season, Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Williams had virtually no one but then-position coach Eric Yarber to turn to for help.

Bucs sign second-round draft pick LB Lavonte David

Fri, 18 May 2012 11:45:12 -0400

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers continued the process of signing their draft picks Friday when they announced the signing of second-round linebacker Lavonte David to a four-year deal.

Bucs' Price loses sister who was his bedrock

Fri, 18 May 2012 07:28:53 -0400

Brian Price's older sister Bridget has been the rock the Buccaneers defensive tackle has leaned on ever since he lost his second brother to a gang-related shooting in Los Angeles eight years ago.

Saints' Vilma sues Roger Goodell for defamation

Fri, 18 May 2012 05:00:00 -0400

Suspended Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma filed a defamation lawsuit Thursday against NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, claiming the league's top executive made false statements that tarnished Vilma's reputation and hindered his ability to earn a living playing football.

Bucs sign Barth to four-year, $13.2 million contract

Fri, 18 May 2012 04:00:00 -0400

That casual conversation Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Mark Dominik had with kicker Connor Barth during Tuesday's workout apparently took on a more serious tone.

Bucs' Blount inspired by competition from rookies

Wed, 16 May 2012 07:09:56 -0400

Slowed by a sore hamstring and his coach's desire not to test fate, rookie running back Doug Martin spent the better part of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' first organized full-squad workout Tuesday watching from the sideline.

Bucs notes: PK Barth attends first voluntary practice

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:28:46 -0400

Placekicker Connor Barth showed up for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' first voluntary offseason practice Tuesday, but not to work out or sign a new contract.

Bucs' offseason program hitting high gear

Tue, 15 May 2012 06:00:00 -0400

Other than the few plays he ran during a three-day minicamp last month, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Josh Freeman hasn't had a chance to test his arm against his own defense this offseason.

Bucs signs draft picks Goode, Tandy

Tue, 15 May 2012 02:00:00 -0400

West Virginia University teammates Najee Goode and Keith Tandy roomed together in college and were drafted together by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Now, they've signed their first NFL contracts together.

Barron, Claiborne will be forever linked

Sat, 12 May 2012 18:20:12 -0400

Mark Barron and Morris Claiborne are forever bound in NFL draft lore.

Bucs' Johnson happy to be home, eager for shot

Sat, 12 May 2012 18:11:25 -0400

Leonard Johnson did not plan his escape route. It unfolded naturally, leading him first to the football field at Largo High School and then to the safe haven of Iowa State University.