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Ira Kaufman Talks Mike McDaniel Being Deliberate, Mike Tomlin Dreams In Town, The Todd Bowles “Money” Line, Barber Comments, Early Free Agency Demands & More

Saturday, January 17th, 2026

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Episode 2 of this week with The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports. You may have missed No. 1 since it dropped Saturday morning. Loaded episode and you don’t have to listen to No. 1 before No. 2. Plenty on the docket. 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.

Ira Kaufman Talks Bucs’ Roster Direction, Clashing Defense Critiques, Playoff Picks, And Much More

Saturday, January 17th, 2026

Click above to shop the fantastic January pricing at Tampa’s first family of Ford dealers, BillCurrieFord.com. Don’t Worry. Drive Currie! Reach out to Ira’s friend and Bill Currie Ford GM Sean Sullivan for a hearty JoeBucsFan discount, and remember their extreme commitment to customer satisfaction at Bill Currie Ford.

Dive head-first into the Sage of Tampa Bay Sports’ twice-weekly podcast. Episode 1 of this week.

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.

Charlie Strong Reacts To Rondé Barber Claims

Thursday, January 15th, 2026

Rondé Barber

So 2025 Buccaneers defensive line coach Charlie Strong was among the fired assistant coaches at One Buc Palace last week. (more…)

What Are Lavonte David’s Plans?

Thursday, January 15th, 2026

Talks “daddy mode.”

Bucs iconic linebacker Lavonte David really doesn’t know if he has a future as an NFL player. That doesn’t mean he can’t play, but he’s not sure if he wants to. (more…)

Ira Kaufman Talks Fan Backlash, Inside The Coaching Decisions, Playcaller Thoughts, And Much More

Saturday, January 10th, 2026

Click above to shop the fantastic January pricing at Tampa’s first family of Ford dealers, BillCurrieFord.com. Don’t Worry. Drive Currie! Reach out to Ira’s friend and Bill Currie Ford GM Sean Sullivan for a hearty JoeBucsFan discount, and remember their extreme commitment to customer satisfaction at Bill Currie Ford.

It’s a can’t-miss dive into the state of Bucs fandom and how and why the Bucs made a lot of major decisions this week.

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.

Did Bruce Arians Sell Himself, Todd Bowles To Team Glazer?

Thursday, January 8th, 2026

Buccaneers fans are struggling, collectively speaking, to understand why Team Glazer retained a head coach who oversaw an implosion during his fourth season captaining the pirate ship.

There may be an easy answer rooted in data and history. (more…)

Adam Schefter Explains Todd Bowles’ Hot-Seat Status

Monday, January 5th, 2026

“Baker, I’m just saying what I know.”

So why is ESPN NFL and Bucs super insider Adam Schefter painting Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles as a man whose job security is in question?

There are a few reasons: (more…)

Ira Kaufman Talks Season Finale, Evaluating Jason Licht, The Elephant In The Room, And More

Sunday, January 4th, 2026

Click above to shop the fantastic year-end pricing at Tampa’s first family of Ford dealers, BillCurrieFord.com. Don’t Worry. Drive Currie! Reach out to Ira’s friend and Bill Currie Ford GM Sean Sullivan for a hearty JoeBucsFan discount, and remember their extreme commitment to customer satisfaction at Bill Currie Ford.

The autopsy on the 2025 season begins!

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.

Bucs Were Energized Against Carolina

Saturday, January 3rd, 2026

Passion.

This was a different Bucs team on Saturday night. (more…)

Buccaneers 16, Panthers 14

Saturday, January 3rd, 2026

Hero.

How bout those Buccaneers!

They just finished this sad regular season with a “W” and an 8-9 record, polishing off a feisty but talent-challenged Panthers team.

Defense ruled the day. There was energy and fire for a change, and some plays made. (more…)

Will Fans Matter?

Saturday, January 3rd, 2026

Team Glazer members.

A majority of Bucs fans want Todd Bowles launched from his perch as Tampa Bay head coach. The groundswell has been stunning across local fandom over the past month.

Even calm, measured fans Joe has known for years are chirping for Bowles’ head.

“Fans are smart. Fans know right. Fans know wrong.”

You know who issued that intelligent quote? Buccaneers co-owner Joel Glazer. (more…)

Ira Kaufman Talks Todd Bowles’ “Flimsy” Survival Option, Bucs-Panthers Predictions, State Of The Team, And More

Saturday, January 3rd, 2026

Click above to shop the fantastic year-end pricing at Tampa’s first family of Ford dealers, BillCurrieFord.com. Don’t Worry. Drive Currie! Reach out to Ira’s friend and Bill Currie Ford GM Sean Sullivan for a hearty JoeBucsFan discount, and remember their extreme commitment to customer satisfaction at Bill Currie Ford.

Your ultimate Bucs pregame show!

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.

Ira Kaufman Explores The Lifeless Mess That Is The Bucs And Todd Bowles’ Unhappy Ending, And More

Tuesday, December 30th, 2025

Click above to shop the fantastic year-end pricing at Tampa’s first family of Ford dealers, BillCurrieFord.com. Don’t Worry. Drive Currie! Reach out to Ira’s friend and Bill Currie Ford GM Sean Sullivan for a hearty JoeBucsFan discount, and remember their extreme commitment to customer satisfaction at Bill Currie Ford.

Sage Ira and Joe close the year with spirited analysis.

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.

Firing Todd Bowles Has To Be On The Table

Sunday, December 28th, 2025

Team Glazer members.

It’s gotten too easy to make a case for firing Todd Bowles. (more…)

Lavonte David Addresses Fans, Tears Into Team

Sunday, December 28th, 2025

There was an interesting moment as Joe sat in a small room with heavy metal doors deep in the bowels of the Dolphins’ Hard Rock Stadium this afternoon. (more…)

Bucky Irving Must Be Broken, Too

Sunday, December 28th, 2025

Forgettable season.

A lot of Bucs fans are willing to give Baker Mayfield a pass for three straight games with a fourth-quarter pick that doomed the Bucs because they believe Mayfield is playing hurt, does Bucky Irving get the same pass? (more…)

Ira Kaufman Explores Jason Licht Culpability, Talks Todd Bowles Contradictions, Bucs-Dolphins Picks, Postseason & Doomsday Scenarios, And More

Saturday, December 27th, 2025

Click above to shop the fantastic year-end pricing at Tampa’s first family of Ford dealers, BillCurrieFord.com. Don’t Worry. Drive Currie! Reach out to Ira’s friend and Bill Currie Ford GM Sean Sullivan for a hearty JoeBucsFan discount, and remember their extreme commitment to customer satisfaction at Bill Currie Ford.

Episode 2 of this week is loaded! 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.

Ira Kaufman Talks Sloppy Bucs, Todd Bowles Survival Meter III, Locker Room Thoughts, And More

Wednesday, December 24th, 2025

Click above to shop the fantastic December pricing at Tampa’s first family of Ford, BillCurrieFord.com. Don’t Worry. Drive Currie! Reach out to Ira’s friend and Bill Currie Ford GM Sean Sullivan for a hearty JoeBucsFan discount, and remember their extreme commitment to customer satisfaction at Bill Currie Ford.

The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports has plenty to say in Episode 1 of this week. 

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.