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June 28th, 2026The kindest word Joe can think to describe the 2025 Bucs defense is “soft.” [read more]
The kindest word Joe can think to describe the 2025 Bucs defense is “soft.” [read more]
Joe doesn’t think Baker Mayfield was “posturing” in any way. [read more]
The Bucs missed the playoffs for the first time this decade last year. And you could argue, as a pass rusher, YaYa Diaby hasn’t yet been developed. [read more]
So one fun aspect of the upcoming Netflix “Quarterback” docuseries is that Joe Flacco is featured along with Baker Mayfield, among others.
Flacco’s surprising 2025 season was highlighted by a trade tied to the Bucs. [read more]
Former Bucs QB Chris Simms thinks Baker Mayfield is the NFL’s 10th-best quarterback. Longtime CBS NFL insider Pete Prisco just ranked Mayfield No. 16 at his position. [read more]

Tristan Wirfs gives Bucs fans a peak into the Netflix “Quarterback” docuseries, which features Baker Mayfield.
Joe’s really looking forward to next month. [read more]
As good as the Bucs offense was in 2024, Joe’s not sure the Bucs come close to being as explosive an offense under Liam Coen without then-rookie running back Bucky Irving bursting onto the scene. [read more]
Bucs outside linebacker YaYa Diaby is in a big year, a contract season. Like Baker Mayfield, Diaby is looking to get paid. [read more]
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The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports is feeling feisty and free-wheeling in this spirited and busy chat with Joe.
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Fire up the JoeBucsFan Show at 11 a.m. tomorrow on WDAE radio, 95.7 FM and AM 620. Joe and Ira Kaufman have a full plate.
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In the words of NFL.com reporter/analyst Eric Edholm, the Baker Mayfield contract squabble is nothing more than “fluff” to give folks something to talk about during the five or six weeks between underwear football season and the July start of training camp. [read more]
We are in the throes of List Season. [read more]
Last month during underwear football practice, Bucs outside linebacker YaYa Diaby dared opposing offenses to try to shut down the Bucs’ retooled defensive front-seven. [read more]
Could another “good” year be a Groundhog Day repeat of many Bucs seasons this decade? [read more]
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Ira’s midweek summer Bucs buffet is warm and tasty. Enjoy!
The wisdom and fun of Ira and Joe is presented by Bill Currie Ford. Click play above or listen at Apple Podcasts or Podbean.com. Many other platforms, too, including iHeartRadio.
A family business since 1960, Bill Currie Ford is one mile north of Raymond James Stadium on Dale Mabry Highway, and Bill Currie Ford GM Sean Sullivan is Ira’s great friend. He’s ready to help you personally — and to give you the Ira Kaufman discount on top of all their amazing deals. E-mail, call or visit Sean at the Bill Currie showroom.