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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...

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.

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.

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.

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.

PI Quick Hits

Did Donald Penn's absence from OTAs upset Buccaneer officials? Why is this a make-or-break year for Cadillac Williams? What on-field improvements did Williams make prior to his second injury? How is rookie Roy Miller handling a transition to playing a completely different technique at...

Bucs Defense & Special Teams Starters Heading Into Training Camp

PewterReport.com has followed the Bucs all offseason, witnessing firsthand the OTAs and the mini-camp, and gathering insight from Tampa Bay coaches, scouts and players. Who does PR project as defensive and special teams starters heading into training camp? Find out in this Pewter Insider article.

Bucs Offensive Starters Heading Into Training Camp

PewterReport.com has followed the Bucs all offseason, witnessing firsthand the OTAs and the mini-camp, and gathering insight from Tampa Bay coaches, scouts and players. Who does PR project as offensive starters heading into training camp? Find out in this Pewter Insider article.

Who Will Start At QB, RB?

Now that Tampa Bay's organized team activities and mandatory mini-camp practices have come to an end, Pewter Report's Jim Flynn uses this week's column to share some random information and thoughts on the 2009 Buccaneers, including a few predictions.

Inside Bucs Mini-Camp - 6/17 PM

Tampa Bay held its final mandatory mini-camp practice at One Buccaneer Place on Wednesday. How did the quarterbacks fare in practice? Who looked good? Who didn’t? Find out in this Pewter Insider article.

Inside Bucs Mini-Camp - 6/17 AM

The Bucs held a mandatory mini-camp practice at One Buc Place on Wednesday morning. Why did Raheem Morris kick DE Jarriett Buie out of practice? How did the special teams portion of practice go? Which unit dominated the team's 11-on-11 session? Find out in this Pewter Insider article.

Inside Bucs Mini-Camp 6/16

What was the big emphasis of the Buccaneers first mini-camp practice? Which veteran quarterback between Byron Leftwich and Luke McCown was close to throwing a number of interceptions? Find out those answers and much more in this Insider practice report.

SR's Fab 5

What does Jeff Jagodzinski have in store for Clifton Smith in 2009 on offense? What important role is Smith playing on the team this year? Which unheralded D-lineman is catching Raheem Morris' eye? Get the answers and inside scoop on John Gilmore, Josh Freeman, Barrett Ruud and others in...

10 Players To Watch At Mandatory Mini-Camp

The Bucs are scheduled to conduct a mandatory mini-camp at One Buc Place next week. It is open to the media, but not to the public. Who are the top 10 players to keep an eye on at Tampa Bay's mandatory mini-camp? Find out in this installment of Flynn's Focus.

Inside Bucs OTAs - 6/11

How good did QB Josh Freeman look working with the first- and second-string in place of Byron Leftwich on Thursday? How did QBs Luke McCown and Josh Johnson fare? Which receivers stood out and which ones struggled? Get the inside scoop and insight from Pewter Report in the Inside Bucs OTA Pewter...

Chat Transcript: 6-9

On Monday Pewter Report's Scott Reynolds and Charlie Campbell answered subscribers questions. Check out their answers regarding DE Gaiens Adams, G Arron Sears, QB Byron Leftwich, QB Luke McCown, K Mike Nugent, and P Josh Bidwell among others.

Top 12 First-Round Bucs Draft Prospects In 2010

With the start of college football season two months away, Pewter Report has compiled a list of the potential top 12 prospects Tampa Bay could target in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft. Which D-linemen and WRs could become Bucs? Get the inside scoop on these future NFL players in this...

PI Quick Hits

What Bucs defender is switching positions to help the Bucs' pass rush? What rookie is on the first-team for a critical unit for the 2009 Buccaneers? Is Kentucky DE Jeremy Jarmon on Tampa Bay's radar for the supplemental draft? Find out the answers in this PI Quick Hits.

SR's Fab 5

How is the competition shaping up between all 4 QBs? What are the 5 things SR likes and dislikes about the 2009 Buccaneers? Are the Bucs interested in Michael Pittman as a FB? Which veteran on defense may not make the roster this year? Get the answers and scoop on Cadillac Williams, Davin Joseph...

Inside Bucs OTAs - 6/4

How did quarterbacks Luke McCown and Byron Leftwich look in practice on Thursday? Who had trouble catching passes on Thursday? Was kicker Mike Nugent accurate on his field goal tries? Find out the answers and get the inside scoop in this Pewter Insider article.