Tykee Smith Could Replace Lavonte David In One Aspect
August 1st, 2026In the last two seasons, Lavonte David may not have been his normal self. Father Time, as he always does, had different plans. [read more]
In the last two seasons, Lavonte David may not have been his normal self. Father Time, as he always does, had different plans. [read more]
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In the Season 11 premiere of The Todd Wright Fantasy Football Podcast, Todd examines the scar tissue created by Ashton Jeanty’s rookie season and how a notable backup running back compared that may be of interest in 2026. The Todd Wright Fantasy Football Podcast is presented by Hooters!
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Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht spoke this week. But it appears you have to be connected to get Licht to talk publicly. [read more]

Fire up the JoeBucsFan Show today at 11 a.m. on WDAE radio, 95.7 FM and AM 620. Joe’s got all kinds of Bucs subjects on the docket.
Listen online to Tampa Bay’s all-sports beast or via the iHeart Radio app, or click the player below. (Joe has been back on the WDAE airwaves every weekend for the past 18 months. Varying times.)
One of the Joes has been wringing his hands for months, saying it would be prudent for the Bucs to see how Baker Mayfield finishes this season before putting a contract in front of his face. [read more]
Bucky Irving had shoulder surgery six months ago and the Bucs never really explained what happened to him, only that he would be recovering through the spring and would be ready for contact in “summer” or “fall,” per Todd Bowles’ words. [read more]

Kameron Johnson catches a pass — not a punt — during wide receiver drills Friday. Yes, he caught a pass, not a punt.
Another day, another Bucs practice, another piece of drama. [read more]
The Panthers, the NFC South champs, have been dealt another serious blow.
The Bucs’ have a couple of grumpy big-name players; the Panthers have four major injuries. [read more]
We’ve heard from Baker Mayfield about his contract hassle. Now it’s time to hear from the Bucs. [read more]
Remember when the Bucs started last season 3-0 and then 4-1 and 5-1 after beating Seattle and San Francisco? Baker Mayfield said there’s a lesson in those records. [read more]
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Todd asks if you or someone you know has actually won a 50-50 raffle at a major sporting event and whether the Bucs taking Coke products away from local media members was strategically timed. The Todd Wright TODDcast is presented by Plantation Palms Golf Club and Brandon Legal Group. Click above to listen or to download. Or listen via Podcast Addict, iHeartRadio, TuneIn and other platforms.
Reading season previews on the Bucs from national media types, very few expect the Bucs to have a good season. [read more]
As Buccaneers fans sadly know, one of the NFL’s most impactful and popular defensive tackles, Bucs manbeast Vita Vea, asked to be traded before training started this week. [read more]
We’re talkin’ ’bout LEE-dehrs. [read more]
Another missed practice day for Tristan Wirfs and his troubled hamstring. [read more]
Yesterday, when Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield made statements about how he was disrespected by the Bucs’ contract offers, it lit up #NFLMedia. [read more]
It’s Year 5 for Bucs starting cornerback Zyon McCollum and he says he’s in a fresh chapter of his career. [read more]
Family-owned Bill Currie Ford has been there for the community since 1960, one mile north of the stadium on Dale Mabry Highway. Great incentives in July for buying or leasing, AND general manager Sean Sullivan has the JoeBucsFan discount for you. Find him at BillCurrieFord.com.
Sad but happy sight on the Buccaneers practice field today. [read more]