A stronger Buccaneer run game vital for offensive success

If you look at the stats and passing records that Jameis Winston had in 2019 apart from anything else you would expect a better record than 7-9. Although the defense against the pass didn’t get itself together until the last half of the season they are not as responsible as one would think. Take away the interceptions in some of those games and the Bucs come out on top even with the poor level of play from the defense to start the season.

It should be a foregone conclusion that Arians and Leftwich recognize that all of the weight on Winston’s shoulders is too much. You get him out there trying to do too much and the interceptions start to add up. He must have a bonified running game to share the load-a running game that opposing defenses must pay attention to and account for. It will make the Bucs a much more complete team and open up the pass even more.

The Bucs must become a team that is playoff strong. Without the ability to successfully run the ball the playoffs are more than likely a one and out proposal. Chances are you aren’t going deep in the playoffs without a good run game to go along with the successful passing offense that the Buccaneers have. The last pieces of the puzzle are setting the offensive line up to succeed run blocking and getting Ronald Jones more touches. The benefits will be well worth it as Jones can certainly be a franchise back. The Buccaneers are currently wasting his talent and it is time to integrate that talent into the offense and use it in 2020.