Bucs step backwards, lose to Jets 26-3

by Niko Houllis on Dec 13, 2009 4:13 PM EST

Even the Field Goal was with the aid of a penalty. The Jets committed a personal foul on a player that was not even on the field on the 3rd down play, and added to good field position, the Bucs were able to avoid the whitewash. Quarterback Josh Freeman started the game with an interception, and pretty much took a step backwards today along with his offensive line which provided little blocking and even less running room for Bucs backs.

If not for the efforts of the vastly improved defense, the score could have been much worse going into the half and the eventual outcome. Time and Time again the defense stopped the Jets on early possessions, only to have New York go for it on 4th down and fake a punt to add to their early lead.

But the Bucs offense was so putrid, it was only a matter of time before the defense caved from all the pressure put on them. The Bucs finished with 124 total yards, 43 of which were rushing. Not exactly something Greg Olsen can be blamed for with play calling. It did not matter which plays were called, the result was the same as the 2009 season; Failure.

With the Rams playing at 4pm, a win for St. Louis would put Tampa Bay in sole possession of the number 1 pick in next years draft. The Bucs play in Seattle next week followed by another game with New Orleans on the road, and will finally end this year by hosting the Falcons. The Bucs will have their say in Atlanta's quest to finally have back to back winning seasons for the first time in Atlanta History.

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We had 16 designed runs.

and 40 designed Passes. Can we blame Olsen? Yes, not completely, but how can you expect a running game to get going when your top back has 11 carries? Freeman has been beyond awful in the last three weeks.

"I have come that you may have life, and life to the max"

by MNeilson on Dec 13, 2009 4:55 PM EST reply actions

Agreed

I think you can blame pretty much everyone on offense.

When life gives you lemons, draft Suh.

by aakks on Dec 13, 2009 5:37 PM EST via mobile up reply actions

That Contract extension for Olson

Not looking so good right now.

After this season is over, there’s gonna be an increase in unemployment soon.

PIZZA?!?

by Transplanted on Dec 13, 2009 5:05 PM EST reply actions

I'm more concerned about the QB performance than the play calling.

Lots of poorly thrown balls to open receivers. Olsen can only call the plays, they have to be executed by the players and that just didn’t happen today.

by kurby on Dec 13, 2009 5:52 PM EST up reply actions

But the formations, play designs, and calling are all horrible.

Today’s game was one of twelve reasons this entire coaching staff should be fired. Today, all I hear is how great of a job the Jets did, well you won’t hear that from me. We are that bad, and heads need to roll.

by bucnut1 on Dec 13, 2009 6:45 PM EST up reply actions

Our O-line wasn't helping either

The longest running play was nullified by a holding call- That’s not helpful.

Why do you kill threads????

by 4QB on Dec 13, 2009 7:05 PM EST up reply actions

Not 100% accurate there

The guy who sits in front of me at the games and I were having a conversation about the O-line and so we started watching them more carefully. We both came to the same conclusion that the line wasn’t doing that bad, it’s the formations (cause they only use 2) that is where the problem is. It’s pretty tough for 5 guys to block 8, and only 1 time the entire game (probably the first for the season) where they put split backs in the game. And you know what, Freeman actually had more than 1.5 seconds to make a decision, which was rare today. They all talked about how they ran the same plays over and over and over again in practice and how that’s how they were going to run things during the season. Well it’s very true, and other teams, unlike us, actually game plan to beat us. Most formations have our RB lined up on the left side, most blitzes came from the right. Watch the game again or wait til next week, but you’ll see what I’m talking about.

by bucnut1 on Dec 13, 2009 7:28 PM EST up reply actions

It was one of my goals this week

to see specifically the O-line-I guess you were right.

Why do you kill threads????

by 4QB on Dec 13, 2009 7:36 PM EST up reply actions

Rams are not cooperating

Losing 23-0 at halftime. Even worse than us.

When life gives you lemons, draft Suh.

by aakks on Dec 13, 2009 5:36 PM EST via mobile reply actions

Anyone know why Collins was in?

When life gives you lemons, draft Suh.

by aakks on Dec 13, 2009 5:38 PM EST via mobile up reply actions

Vince Young pulled his hammy.

by bucnut1 on Dec 13, 2009 6:46 PM EST up reply actions

Hope it isn't serious

Young has really turned it around.

When life gives you lemons, draft Suh.

by aakks on Dec 14, 2009 8:27 AM EST up reply actions

See the Rams hate us

for same god given reason.

Why do you kill threads????

by 4QB on Dec 13, 2009 6:59 PM EST up reply actions

lol

They play the texans, cards, and 49ers to finish out their season. I have a hard time seeing them get a win unfortunately. Its not impossible but…

When life gives you lemons, draft Suh.

by aakks on Dec 14, 2009 8:29 AM EST up reply actions

Oh Niko

You going to start an ask Bucem thread on Field Gulls or should I?

Why do you kill threads????

by 4QB on Dec 13, 2009 6:59 PM EST reply actions

^Seattle Seahawks SBN Blog^

Why do you kill threads????

by 4QB on Dec 13, 2009 7:04 PM EST up reply actions

I put in for a Field Gulls registration but they have a two day waiting period.

So until then, it doesnt matter which one of us starts it, or whomever wants to start it, just please all I ask is you open it up saying “From BucEm staff and readers”. Thanks

Viva la Bucco Bruce 1976-1996 (reincarnated 2009)

by Niko Houllis on Dec 14, 2009 6:41 AM EST up reply actions

I'm really into being chums with the enemy, lol.

I want to say mean stuff, but I can’t. :)

by bucnut1 on Dec 14, 2009 11:13 AM EST up reply actions

niko i dont see how you can say our d has "vastly improved"

next week if sea scores 22 (and they will) that will put us at 175 points given up in the last 7 games. in the first 7 games we gave up 203 points. that is 4 points a game difference. it is better but vastly is the wrong word. i mean no disrespect either just my side of the fence. to correct myself today our d has improved with morris calling plays a little.

by magicman775 on Dec 13, 2009 10:24 PM EST reply actions

there is more to defense than simply giving up points.

The total we gave up has nothing to do with how the defense has played in the last three weeks.
The offense gave NO support yesterday, so of course the Jets are going to add on points at the end.

Every Jets drive started at about their own 45. The Bucs got zero first downs in the first half, and the Jets had the ball the entire time. They faked a punt, and went for it on 4th down, both successfully, and only had 19 points. It could have been 30-0 at halftime easy.

Im not the only one saying the defense is playing improved.
If you want me to remove the word Vastly, or greatly, that is fine. But its still improved since the change back to the Tampa Two, that is not debatable.

Viva la Bucco Bruce 1976-1996 (reincarnated 2009)

by Niko Houllis on Dec 14, 2009 6:26 AM EST up reply actions

Despite good field position

We held the jets to field goals for a lot of the day.

When life gives you lemons, draft Suh.

by aakks on Dec 14, 2009 8:30 AM EST up reply actions

Im not sure about the last 7, but Im only going by the change at Coordinator since Bates was removed.

That is 3 games now. I agree I may have over used the word vastly, but in some ways it has been.

Viva la Bucco Bruce 1976-1996 (reincarnated 2009)

by Niko Houllis on Dec 14, 2009 6:43 AM EST up reply actions

I'd be curious to see yards per game (run and pass), turnovers, YPA and YPC during the last few games compared to the Bates' era.

Small sample sizes, but the big play has all but disappeared against us.

Signature space available for rent - Got to pay the bills somehow

by Buc Wild on Dec 14, 2009 8:20 AM EST up reply actions

I dont care if Radio was a black or white person, I dont condone anyone calling a man by a derogatory name.

If your point is strong, you dont need to call a Man a name to strengthen your point. His name is Raheem Morris. Just like no one should call anyone on here names, we dont call other people names.

Viva la Bucco Bruce 1976-1996 (reincarnated 2009)

by Niko Houllis on Dec 14, 2009 6:24 AM EST reply actions

Unless its their first name, last name, or a nick name.

Or if the name is really funny.

by kurby on Dec 14, 2009 11:37 AM EST up reply actions

As much flak as Mangini gets and i think he's awful, somehow some way his team played

Thursday night like it was a playoff game in beating the SB champion Steelers

Sorry boys this Bucs team who to a man say they’re in love with Rah, quit on him two weeks ago

by sternfan1 on Dec 14, 2009 10:32 AM EST reply actions

I think the Rays quit last year too.

by bucnut1 on Dec 14, 2009 11:18 AM EST up reply actions

Rah Rah Retard will take you to only one bowl and it is located in your bathroom

by sternfan1 on Dec 14, 2009 12:18 PM EST up reply actions

Name calling now are we?

by bucnut1 on Dec 14, 2009 2:15 PM EST up reply actions

hurt feelings

sorry niko! just fed up with this guy he is not ready to be a headcoach period! and last time i looked rah is not on here. i think your upset because you dont want to be wrong about him i would not bet my pocket lint on him being hc next year this is a bussiness and glazers can not like what there seeing. also ever here of freedom of speech.

by mikeg1964 on Dec 14, 2009 11:14 AM EST reply actions