Some News… After six years covering the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, I’m stepping away. This decision didn’t come easy. I’ve poured nearly everything I have into this beat, and for a long time it felt sustainable. The honest truth is I’ve been struggling with my mental health and that has to come first right now, and unfortunately I’ve reached a point where I can no longer ignore that. This job has been one of the greatest experiences of my life. Six years of press boxes, locker rooms, training camp battles, draft coverage, and late nights breaking news for one of the most passionate fanbases in the league. As lifelong Patriots fan getting to cover Tom Brady’s final seasons still doesn’t feel real. I don’t think I’ll ever fully put into words what it was like to watch the greatest of all time up close. That’s something I’ll talk about for the rest of my life. Bucs Nation, the Krewe! You all made every single minute worth it. You accepted an outsider with mostly open arms. You didn’t have to but you did. The relationships built covering this team, with players, coaches, fellow media, and all of you, are ones I’ll carry forever. Without you there is no JC Allen. But I feel like I need to be honest about what’s been happening behind the scenes. I’m sure some of you have noticed I haven’t been as active on here and some have even reached out. Thank you. Unfortunately, beat coverage was never my only responsibility. I’ve been juggling this with a full time job, coaching youth football, and trying to show up for my family the way they deserve. For a long time I convinced myself I could handle all of it. The truth is, I can’t. At least not at this time. Too many people in this industry suffer in silence. The grind is real and the pressure is real. You’ve seen the mass layoffs. At some point you have to look yourself in the mirror and make the hard call. This is mine. I’m not disappearing completely, but I’m choosing to focus on myself for a little while, something I probably should have done sooner. I’m not sure how active I’ll be in the immediate future and I’m not sure when or if I’ll be back, but right now I need to reset, and get myself right. Six years ago I just kind of landed in this business not knowing what to expect and to be honest it was even more than I could’ve imagined. I’ve gotten to watch some of the best football I’ve ever seen, made some amazing friends and connections, and wouldn’t trade a single second of it. Thank you for everything, Bucs Nation. Raise the Flags. Go Bucs🏴‍☠️

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Ted Hurst III reppin' his new threads at NFL Rookie Premiere 😮‍💨

YES!!!

Bucs sign the last of their draft picks. Will be interesting to see the contract details and how much guaranteed money he got

This week’s edition of cover-4 is now up @PewterReport 🎥 Ben Morrison’s rookie tape and the year-two ask 💰 Barton or Mauch — the Bucs can’t pay both 🔮 Ted Hurst’s real role in 2026 🏈 Bucs Bingo: the offseason survival kit pewterreport.com/queipos-cov…

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Tampa Bay Watch is on the scene 🏖️😂 Our lifeguards are always on duty & this season, we protect the bay at all costs.

The moment you've all been waiting for... OUR 2026 SCHEDULE IS HERE 🏴‍☠️

Officially official

We’ll see if this all pans out

Protecting the bay never looked so good 😎 🔜 2026 schedule drops at 7:30 p.m. ET

This should mean Josiah Trotter’s deal can come together quickly. Terrell’s precedent at pick 48 means Trotter will get a fully guaranteed deal.

If this holds true it means the Bucs bye week will come Week 10 or later. Luck on their side there

Oh this is going to be good

Update on unconfirmed schedule leaks Chargers are now out Week 2 Browns are in… Week 1 @ Bengals 1pm Week 2 vs Browns 1pm Week 4 vs Packers 1pm Week 5 @ Dallas TNF Week 6 vs Steelers 1pm Week 8 vs Falcons 1pm Week 9 @ Bears SNF Week 12 vs Panthers MNF

Huge news for the Buccaneers if he’s placed on PUP and stays there for the minimal window time. They won’t have to play him, since they’re scheduled to face the Packers in Week 4.

Update Bucs 2026 Schedule Leaks so far: Week 1 @ Bengals 1pm Week 2 vs Chargers 1pm Week 4 vs Packers 1pm Week 5 @ Dallas TNF Week 6 vs Steelers 1pm Week 8 vs Falcons 1pm Week 9 @ Bears SNF Week 12 vs Panthers MNF

Waiting on regular season..Bucs preseason looks like Tampa Bay will open with Jets on the road then home with Chiefs then at the Jags.. Calling the TV broadcast once again with Ronde Barber! #NFL #Bucs #buccaneers

Bucs 2026 Schedule Leaks so far: Week 1 @ Bengals 1pm Week 4 vs Packers 1pm Week 5 @ Dallas TNF Week 8 vs Falcons 1pm Week 9 @ Bears SNF Week 12 vs Panthers MNF Rumored : vs Steelers - Week 6/ Christmas Day