Tag: Luke Goedeke

Bucs OT Luke Goedeke is never satisfied, always looking to improve

Tampa Bay Buccaneers right tackle Luke Goedeke is ready to build on last year’s impressive campaign

After playing right tackle in college, Luke Goedeke was thrust into the starting left guard spot to start his NFL career, as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers hoped to plug one of the biggest holes in their starting lineup.

Goedeke struggled to make the transition, but was finally moved back to his right tackle spot at the end of the season, and looked like a completely different player.

He impressed the Bucs enough at that spot that they felt comfortable moving All-Pro Tristan Wirfs to the left side to replace the departed Donovan Smith, and Goedeke responded with a stellar 2023 campaign.

Heading into the 2024 season, Goedeke has gained more confidence from last year’s performance, but he’s still got plenty of room to grow.

“Like I said, I’m just never satisfied,” Goedeke said earlier this week at mandatory minicamp. “Last year was last year, obviously. It helps knowing that I can play at such a high level in the NFL, but I don’t think I’m anywhere near my full potential. I’m just going to keep growing and growing as an offensive tackle in this league – that’s what I’m looking forward to most. And, continuing to work with the guys, especially, and continuing to grow as an individual and as a football player.”

Tampa Bay’s entire offensive line should be much improved this season after some key additions in free agency and the draft, but the strength will remain on the edges, where Goedeke and Wirfs have established themselves as one of the NFL’s best tackle tandems.

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Where do Bucs’ OTs rank among the NFL’s best tandems?

See what Pro Football Focus thinks of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ offensive tackle pair, Tristan Wirfs and Luke Goedeke

Every NFL offense can only be as good as their offensive line, and both offensive tackle spots have become premium positions in recent years.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have arguably the best one in the entire NFL in Tristan Wirfs, who made the transition from right to left tackle look seamless and simple last season while maintaining his All-Pro level of play.

Right tackle Luke Goedeke also made huge improvements throughout the 2023 season after being switched back to his more natural position, having struggled as a rookie when the Bucs tried to move him inside to guard.

So, where does the Bucs’ tackle tandem rank among the NFL’s best?

Here’s what the folks at Pro Football Focus think:

It’s no surprise to see Wirfs ranked so highly, but it’s even more encouraging to see Goedeke slowly working his own way up the list. That bodes well for Tampa Bay’s chances of winning a fourth straight NFC South title in 2024.

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Eagles eliminated from playoffs after 32-9 loss to Buccaneers

Eagles eliminated from playoffs after 32-9 loss to Buccaneers

The Eagles are set for a dramatic overhaul following the team’s shocking 32-9 loss to the Buccaneers in the wild-card round of the NFC playoffs.

Philadelphia was 0-11 on third and fourth downs combined, tallying 268 total yards on ten offensive drives in a sloppy affair that saw missed tackles and no answer for the Tampa blitz as the Eagles were held to 38 rushing yards on the night.

Baker Mayfield outplayed Jalen Hurts, going 22-36 passing for 337 yards, three touchdowns, and 0 interceptions with a 119 quarterback rating.

Rachaad White was strong on the ground, rushing 18 times for 62 yards on the night.

The Eagles will now head into an uncertain offseason, having lost six of the final seven games played, and an overhaul could include head coach Nick Sirianni with the likes of Jim Harbaugh, Bill Belichick, and others available after mass changes around the league.

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Eagles Twitter reacts to humiliating 32-9 loss to Buccaneers in wild-card round

We’re looking at the social media reaction from Philadelphia fans after the Eagles loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Wild Card round

The Eagles are set for a dramatic overhaul, and there’s nobody safe outside of Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Jalen Carter following the team’s shocking 32-9 loss to the Buccaneers in the wild-card round of the NFC playoffs.

Philadelphia was 0-11 on third and fourth downs combined, tallying 268 total yards on ten offensive drives in a sloppy affair that saw missed tackles and no answer for the Tampa blitz as the Eagles were held to 38 rushing yards on the night.

With a long offseason set to begin, here’s how Twitter reacted to the madness.

Eagles vs. Bucs: 10 takeaways from first half as Tampa leads 16-9 in NFC wild card game

We’re looking at then takeaways from the first half as tthe Buccaneers hold a 16-9 lead over the Eagles in the NFC wild card game

The Eagles were nearly run out of Raymond James Stadium, but after some timely drops by the Buccaneers and a renewed effort on defense, they trailed 16-9 at halftime.

Julio Jones had three catches in the first half for 22 yards before exiting with a concussion, and Philadelphia held Mike Evans and Chris Godwin to a combined two catches for 30 yards on seven targets.

With the second half set to begin, we’re looking at takeaways from a hard-fought first half.

Eagles vs. Bucs inactives: Avonte Maddox to start at safety with Reed Blankenship ruled out

Reed Blankenship is among seven Eagles ruled out for Philadelphia’s wild card matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Eagles will be without two key starters for tonight’s NFC Wild Card Round game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after Reed Blankenship was ruled out with a groin injury.

Blankenship was listed as questionable, but after a light pregame workout, the talented safety will miss Monday’s matchup at Raymond James Stadium.

All-Pro wide receiver A.J. Brown will also be out with a knee injury suffered in the Week 18 loss to the Giants.

Jalen Hurts was a limited participant during Thursday’s practice before being upgraded to a full participant on Friday and Saturday.

Cornerback Darius Slay, wide receiver DeVonta Smith and D’Andre Swift were full participants in the final practice of the week and had no game status designations.

Eagles vs. Bucs wild card matchup: Who has the edge at each offensive position?

We’re looking at who has the edge at each position when the Philadelphia Eagles meet the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in an NFC Wild Card Game

The Eagles will face a familiar foe on the road when they travel to Tampa to face the 9-8 Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium without an injured A.J. Brown.

The most recent postseason meeting came just two years ago, in 2021, in Jalen Hurts’ first road playoff start; Tampa won 31-15.

With kickoff a little over eight hours away, we’re looking at who has the edge at each position on the offensive side of the football.

6 burning questions ahead of Eagles-Buccaneers Wild Card matchup in NFC playoffs

We’re looking at seven burning questions ahead of the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Wild Card round of NFC playoffs

Philadelphia went 1-5 down the stretch, but Nick Sirianni’s team advanced to the postseason for the third year in a row, and they’ll look to flip the switch in the NFC playoffs.

They face a familiar foe on the road when they travel to Tampa to face the 9-8 Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium without an injured A.J. Brown.

The most recent postseason meeting came just two years ago, in 2021, in Jalen Hurts’ first road playoff start; Tampa won 31-15.

With kickoff a little over eight hours away, here are six burning questions that must be answered.

Eagles vs. Buccaneers: One thing to watch from each offensive position group

We’re looking at one thing to watch from each of the Eagles’ offensive position group ahead of Monday night’s matchup vs. the Buccaneers

After the Cowboys’ upset loss to the Packers and Lions win over the Rams, the Eagles-Buccaneers winner will travel to Detroit for a divisional-round matchup next Sunday.

The two teams have met five previous times, including Tampa Bay’s NFC Championship Game in Philadelphia in 2002 to close out Veteran’s Stadium. The most recent postseason meeting came just two years ago, in 2021, in Jalen Hurts’ first road playoff start; Tampa won 31-15.

With final preparations completed for both teams, we’re looking at one thing to watch from each of the Birds offensive position groups.

Eagles unofficial depth chart ahead of wild card matchup vs. Buccaneers

We’re looking at the Philadelphia Eagles unofficial depth chart for their Wild Card matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Eagles have a chance to write a new chapter on this season, and the journey will start at Raymond James Stadium against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (9-8) on ESPN’s Monday Night Football.

It’ll be a rematch of a Week 3 clash that also took place on a Monday night, as Philadelphia came away with a 25-11 win that wasn’t as close as the score indicated.

On that night in September, the Eagles ran for 201 yards, and Hurts passed for 277, dominating the time of possession. It started an identity crisis for Philadelphia, as they struggled going 1-for-5 in the red zone.

The Eagles’ defense limited Tampa Bay to 41 rushing yards, forced two takeaways, and held Mayfield to 146 passing yards with two quarterback sacks.

With kickoff fast approaching, here’s an updated depth chart for Monday night courtesy of Philadelphia’s PR staff.