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Did Conor Geekie pay a price for rushing to defend his Lightning teammate?

TAMPA – Conor Geekie learned quickly during Lightning training camp. He’s only a few weeks into his first preseason in Tampa and has already grasped what it means to play like a Bolt. He’s a promising prospect, a former 11th…

How many ways can a team give away a game? Let’s count the Bucs’ mistakes

ATLANTA – In the end, the lasting image will be cornerback Zyon McCollum missing a tackle from Falcons receiver KhaDarel Hodge, who took a short pass from Kirk Cousins ​​45 yards into the end zone and three plays into overtime…

Sterling Shepard brings energy and experience when the Bucs need it

TAMPA — Baker Mayfield was reminded Sunday of the strong chemistry and passing connection he has with Sterling Shepard. But the Bucs quarterback admits he forgot how energetic his former Oklahoma receiver could be in the huddle. “It’s fun,” Mayfield…

Lightning’s Victor Hedman helps Helene’s first responders

TAMPA – Tampa Mayor Jane Castor walked into the Tampa Police Department headquarters Tuesday afternoon and gave Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman a big hug. “Good to see you, Captain,” Castor said. Hedman may have been named the Lightning’s new captain…

Tom Brady returns to Tampa Bay and calls plays from the broadcast booth

TAMPA — They collided near midfield, the quarterback caught in the linebacker’s inescapable embrace. “Lavonte!” Tom Brady shouted. “Good job, baby! Good job. Incredible.” Lavonte David hugged Brady as confetti fell after the Bucs’ 31-9 victory over the Chiefs in…

How Bucs’ CV Vea could make a big impact in a limited role against the Eagles

TAMPA — Two weeks after suffering a Grade 2 medial ligament sprain in his right knee, Vita Vea could return to the Bucs’ lineup Sunday against the Eagles. Even if he doesn’t appear in the statistics, the 1.90 meter tall,…

A new No. 1, farewell to UCF and where Miami was going

This year’s Game of the Century (Alabama 41, Georgia 34) did not disappoint, resulting in a new No. 1 on my Associated Press Top 25 ballot. The Bulldogs’ loss knocked them out of my top spot and allowed the Crimson…

3 reasons for optimism, 3 reasons for concern about “Noles.”

While Florida State’s big goals are still almost certain to be achieved, last week’s win over Cal was enough to keep the Seminoles feeling good. But how high can FSU fans hope after a 1-3 start? Here are three reasons…

UCF football not ready for prime time or “prime time” in Colorado blowout

ORLANDO — Even for an afternoon game, UCF just isn’t ready for prime time. Or “prime time.” Deion Sanders’ Colorado Buffaloes spoiled one of the Knights’ biggest home games in years, defeating UCF 48-21 Saturday at FBC Mortgage Stadium. The…

“Not for sale”: Protests flare up outside Honeymoon Island State Park on the third day

The message from the more than 200 people who gathered outside the entrance to Honeymoon Island State Park on Tuesday was clear: Florida’s state parks are not for sale. It was the third day of protests outside Florida’s busiest state…