Buccaneer head coach spoke to the media Monday at One Buc Place following Sunday's 38-10 win over the Chiefs. Schiano discussed several topics including Da'Quan Bowers, the play so far of Mike Wiliiams, and Aqib Talib's future in Tampa Bay after his four-game suspension.
What are the thoughts of the PewterReport.com staff on attendance, the play of Josh Freeman and the running game? What are three factors that have helped the Buccaneers defense excel at stopping the run? Get these answers and more in the weekly insider feature the Pewter Report Roundtable.
How did the Tampa Bay offense fare in the 38-10 victory over Kansas
City Sunday? Did OC Mike Sullivan use the bye week to retool the
offensive playbook against the 27th ranked scoring defense in the
league? Find out in this Pewter Report article.
Which Buccaneers players shined in the team's 38-10 victory on Sunday against the Chiefs? Who needs to step up their game before the Saints arrive in Tampa to take on the Bucs next Sunday? Find out in this weekly PewterReport.com feature.
The Buccaneers locker room was obviously a happy location to be following the impressive 38-10 win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. PewterReport.com was in the locker room and below is a sample of quotes directly from the players.
In the Bucs' dominating 38-10 win over Kansas City, Tampa Bay either accomplished or improved on every key to victory except one. Despite the Chiefs entering the game with 19 giveaways, the Bucs could only force two turnovers - one of which was an INT returned for a touchdown.
How did the Bucs secondary grade against the Chiefs? What grade
did Tampa Bay's defensive line and linebackers get against Kansas City? Find out in
this Pewter Report article.
Facing one of the league's best rushing attacks, the Buccaneers were able to hold the Chiefs running game in check, and came away with a dominating 38-10 victory. Head coach Greg Schiano spoke about the efforts of the defense, and also the performance of his offense immediately following the game on Sunday.
After leading the Chiefs 7-3 at halftime, the Buccaneers used several big plays in the second half to explode for 31 points to beat Kansas City, 38-10. QB Josh Freeman threw for 326 yards and three TDs to help the Bucs snap a three-game losing streak and move to 2-3 on the year.
Paul Gruber played all 12 years of his NFL career with Tampa Bay. Known mostly by longtime Bucs fans for his hard work, dedication, and perseverance, Gruber's No. 74 will be revealed in the Buccaneers Ring of Honor at halftime today.
Where do the Buccaneers wide receivers grade out after the first four
games of 2012? What grade does QB Josh Freeman deserve? Find out in this
Pewter Report article.
Which Tampa Bay unit grades out the highest on defense through the
first four games of the 2012 season? Which grade does special teams
deserve? Find out in this Pewter Report article.
PewterReport.com has learned –and can confirm – Jamon Meredith, and not Jeremy Trueblood, will start Sunday at right guard when the Buccaneers host the Chiefs, contrary to a published report Saturday in the Tampa Bay Times.
Just as it appeared Bucs' cornerback Aqib Talib has turned a corner in his life personally and professionally, the NFL announced on Saturday that Talib has violated the NFL's policy on substance enhancing medications and has been suspended for four games beginning Sunday against Kansas City.
Five keys hang in the balance of a Buccaneer victory over the 1-4 Chiefs at home on Sunday. The Bucs needs to capitalize on Kansas City's turnover trend and get the ball in the end zone and for the defense, stopping the league's most productive RB Jamaal Charles has to be a major focus.
The Bucs welcome the Chiefs to Raymond James Stadium on Sunday and PewterReport.com looks to Chiefs beat writer Adam Teicher for intel on what to expect on Sunday in this latest edition of the weekly feature, Behind Enemy Lines.
The Bucs and Chiefs released their final injury reports heading into Sunday's matchup at Raymond James Stadium. For Tampa Bay, the biggest question mark is DT Roy Miller who has a non-football related back injury according to head coach Greg Schiano.
Bucs head coach Greg Schiano spoke with the media for the last time before the Kansas City game. Schiano discussed Roy Miller's back injury, the made - but unannounced decision at right guard, and how Paul Gruber is the perfect example of a "tough guy."
FREE SR's FAB 5: Is LB Lavonte David the next Derrick Brooks for Tampa
Bay's defense? What type of rivalry exists between David and MLB Mason
Foster? Is Doug Martin's lack of speed holding him back in the NFL?
Which Bucs defender is a bargain? Get the answers and more in this
week's edition of SR's Fab 5.
The Pewter Report Chats are back every Friday on PewterReport.com. Publisher and Bucs beat writer Scott Reynolds answered Bucs-related questions. Find out what topics were covered in the PR Chat transcript.
The Buccaneers are 1-3 heading into Sunday's game against the Chiefs. While it can be debated where the blame should be placed, Pewter Report's Mark Cook says the record reflects the performance of Bucs QB Josh Freeman. This week, Freeman and offensive coordinator Mike Sullivan spoke about the first four games and where he may be headed.
The play of Buccaneers middle linebacker Mason Foster, who leads the team with
36 tackles, including seven tackles for loss, has become scary good in
his second season in the NFL.
The Bucs and Chiefs released their second injury report for the week heading into Sunday's matchup at Raymond James Stadium. Kansas City QB Matt Cassel has been ruled out, giving Brady Quinn the nod. For Tampa Bay, starting nose tackle Roy Miller did not practice due to a back injury.
The Bucs' fourth ranked run defense is up for a big challenge this week as they take on Kansas City's second ranked rushing attack, and more specifically, Jamaal Charles.
Bucs head coach Greg Schiano spoke to the media following Thursday's practice. Among the things discussed was the decision at right guard, he feels Mike Sullivan is very calm under pressure, and he is encouraged by what he sees from Da'Quan Bowers' progression.
How many preseason Pewter Predictions are on target thus far through the
first four games of the 2012 season? Will Pewter Report adjust its
forecast of a 7-9 record for Tampa Bay? Find out in Scott Reynolds' End Zone column.
Who are the four best Bucs on defense after the first four games of the
2012 campaign? Where does DT Gerald McCoy rank? Find out in this Pewter
Report article.
Who are the four best Bucs on offense after the first four games of the
2012 campaign? Does QB Josh Freeman make the cut? Find out in this
Pewter Report article.
Pewter Report's 2012 Bucs In-Season Issue is now available on
PewterReport.com for our Pewter Insider subscribers. With 13 insightful
columns and articles articles about the Buccaneers and their performance in the first quarter of the season, check out PR's In-Season Issue now.
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