NFL

Bucs move the wrong direction: Away from playoffs

December 25, 2016 general

Monday, 4 a.m. Well, bah. And furthermore, humbug. If this was indeed the biggest game in years for the Tampa Bay Bucs, well, it ended as the biggest disappointment. So much for the division title. So much for the favorite’s shot at the playoffs. After a 31-24 loss to the New Orleans Saints, it felt […]

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Look closely to see how much better Evans has been

December 22, 2016 general

Thursday, 4 a.m. To separate the good year from the bad one, you have to keep this in mind: The truth is not always in the numbers. Even for a wide receiver. There are things that matter beyond catches, things that matter more than yardage. There is impact. There are plays. There are moments. And […]

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Bucs have to win their fights to the finish

December 20, 2016 general

Tuesday, 4 a.m. The best movies come down to the final reel. The finest novels are especially great in the final chapter. The best competitions feature a fight to the finish. That’s just drama. You don’t capture Hannibal Lector with 15 minutes to go in the movie. James Bond doesn’t defuse the bomb with 20 […]

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Bucs show they aren’t quite ready for prime time

December 19, 2016 general

Monday, 4 a.m. On another night, perhaps Jameis Winston doesn’t throw the ball too far. In another stadium, perhaps Mike Evans makes another terrific catch. In another game, perhaps the duo hooks up one more time, and the Tampa Bay Bucs manage to pull the Cowboys’ game out at the end, too. That’s what you […]

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Random thoughts: Good memories of Aikman

December 18, 2016 general

Sunday, 4 a.m. A little appreciation for the Cowboys. I once covered a Dallas-Philadelphia game in which the Eagles went crazy. They knocked down Troy Aikman like 12 times in a huge win. It was hard for me, because I had an interview set up with Troy the next day. I figured he’d beg off […]

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Ask the expert: Jerry Angelo

December 15, 2016 general

Jerry Angelo is a former personnel director for the Bucs and former general manager of the Bears. Each week, Angelo answers your questions regarding the NFL. Send your questions to GarySheltonsports@gmail.com with “ask the expert” in the subject line. The most interesting questions will be selected. Thursday, 4 a.m. The end finally came for Rams’ […]

Tagged as: Angelo, Buc;s, Expert, Fisher

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Bucs’ offense is slipping, but winning forgives it

December 13, 2016 general

Tuesday, 4 a.m. Winning changes everything. It forgives a team’s shortcuts. It consoles an underachieving receiver. It forgives a running back who can’t get going. It pats a quarterback on the back. That’s what winning does: It gives everyone a get-out-of -jail-free card. It fumigates the air. It brightens colors. It increases milage. It makes […]

Tagged as: 5-0, Buc;s, defense, Evans, Koetter, Martin, Offense, Winston

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Every week, Bucs more like a playoff team

December 12, 2016 general

Monday, 4 a.m. Every week, it seems less like a location. Every week, it seems more like a destination. Every week, they get closer to a reservation. They are the Tampa Bay Bucs. And, yes, they belong in the playoffs. You’re darned right they do. Every week, it seems less like a mirage. It is […]

Tagged as: Brees, New Orleans, Tampa Bay, Tandy

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Random thoughts: Tide would wear out Cleveland

December 11, 2016 general

Sunday, 4 a.m. I love that Cleveland cornerback Joe Haden has the gall to be offended that an EA simulation had the Browns losing to Alabama by 34 points. My questions: Only 34? And how can a corner on an 0-12 team whine about disrespect from anyone? Personally, I think Mississippi State would be a […]

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Ask Gary: Bolts haven’t adjusted without Stamkos

December 10, 2016 general

(Each week, the readers take over GarySheltonsports.com and play Ask Gary. They send in a question, or a couple, on Thursday night or Friday morning and we all talk about the world of sports.  Think of it as a radio show where you don’t have to be on hold. Join us and ask a question, make a comment […]

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