Bucs working out kicking prospects
The Bucs appear to be holding a workout of place kicking prospects here at One Buc Place, though we're unsure at the moment the identity of the three kickers involved.
It's not a total surprise that the Bucs would be considering a move at kicker after Matt Bryant's inconsistent preseason. Bryant missed three attempts from inside 40 yards, including a 23-yarder.
We'll keep you posted on any further developments.
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It is imperative that we replace Matt Bryant. His confidence is completely shot. We cannot go into the opener with him.
Posted by: Mr. Charles Manson | September 01, 2008 at 02:25 PM
John Vaughn, perhaps? Has had two solid preseasons for the Titans and performed well at Orlando in the AFL...
Posted by: Taylor | September 01, 2008 at 02:37 PM
I'd actually be concerned more about his kickoffs. Out of a total of 207 - he's had 15 touchbacks his entire career with the Bucs. So that means that 92% of the time, special teams is giving up unnecessary yardage. That's huge.
Posted by: Jay | September 01, 2008 at 02:41 PM
I'm available but you can't have Lucy as the holder.
Posted by: Charlie Brown | September 01, 2008 at 03:24 PM
Jay Feely?
Posted by: Don | September 01, 2008 at 03:43 PM
Jay Feely hopefully...perfect fit as he is from Tampa and more importantly, a great kicker!!!
Posted by: Frank Cabano | September 01, 2008 at 03:56 PM
Feely had one heck of a 2007 didn't he. I guess he opened his mouth a little too much.
Posted by: Turk | September 01, 2008 at 04:31 PM
Thanks again for doing some actual reporting around here Stephen. With all of the fluff pieces and manufactured drama that seems to incessantly spew forth from your colleagues, it's refreshing to read a sports reporter who actually does their job. Keep it up.
Posted by: bobbyd | September 01, 2008 at 05:21 PM
I understand Toni Fritsch, Garo Yepremiam and Tom Dempsey are available.
Posted by: Fugilebrity | September 01, 2008 at 07:03 PM
SETH MARLER... get on the phone to the Tampa Bay Storm, you knuckleheads.
Posted by: Adam | September 01, 2008 at 07:47 PM
Feely!
Posted by: | September 01, 2008 at 09:48 PM
But Charlie, I promise THIS TIME I won't move the ball, I really mean it.
Trust me.
Posted by: Lucy | September 02, 2008 at 07:07 PM