Archive for 2025

Bucs Injury List Shortens; Chris Godwin Has A Leg Problem

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Out.

A thumb injury to corner Zyon McCollum and a leg issue for Chris Godwin are concerning, but otherwise the Bucs have a good-news injury report. (more…)

The Baker Mayfield Cannon

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

The NFL published a fun video after last season. It showcased the top-9 longest throws since 2016 measured by yards in the air.

Guess who had two of those. (more…)

Ira Kaufman Talks Seattle Thriller, Trade Deadline Priorities, Josh Grizzard, MVP Chants And Soaring Hype For Emeka Ebuka & The Bucs

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Click above to shop the great October pricing and inventory 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.

Crack open a cold one and savor the state of the Bucs at 4-1 after a thriller in Seattle. The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports is all over it.

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.

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.

Todd Bowles Likes The Progress Of Josh Grizzard

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Bucs coach Todd Bowles.

He’s growing. (more…)

“He’s Just Pretty Damn Good”

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Already one of the NFL’s top receivers.

If you are having an ugly day at work, let Joe try to brighten your day. (more…)

“I’m Starting To Trust Tampa”

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Still wants to be heard.

Joe hoped longtime NFL insider for Sports Illustrated and NBC Peter King, the noted Bucs turncoat, would fade away in retirement. But Joe can’t seem to get rid of the guy. (more…)

Zyon McCollum Has A Significant Injury

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Zyon McCollum

UPDATED: Joe is neither a doctor nor a physical therapist, but Joe has no issue proclaiming the Bucs are down another top cornerback. (more…)

“10 Out Of 10” Feel For Tez Johnson

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

It’s rare to hear a Buccaneers coach speak for Tampa Bay’s opponent, and it’s also rare to hear a seasoned, retired quarterback talk about seeing something new on a football field. (more…)

“Impose Your Will”

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

One snap Sunday really shot up Todd Bowles’ pride meter to great heights. (more…)

Todd Bowles: “We’re A Smarter Team”

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Joe can’t argue with this. (more…)

Same Contagious Baker Mayfield

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Across the NFL landscape, Baker Mayfield has become a drug (or a plate of Hooters tater tots) that fans and media simply cannot get enough of. People love hearing what Mayfield is all about. (more…)

Unflappable Bucs

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Sterling Shepard speaks out.

There’s a very dangerous calm at One Buc Palace. (more…)

Playoffs Getting Closer

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

May not need to hold breath.

Here are some feel-good numbers for Bucs fans as they tackle a hump day. (more…)

Pat Mahomes And Baker Mayfield?

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Baker Mayfield shares a moment with Bucs killer Cooper Kupp, his former Rams teammate, after Sunday’s Bucs win.

Holy flurkingschmidt! Do the Bucs have an all-time quarterback on their hands? (more…)

“Unstoppable”

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Best yet to come?

Do not call prickly Pete Prisco a bandwagon man. (more…)

Baker Mayfield Passing Chart Week 5

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Baker Mayfield scans the field for an open receiver Sunday in Seattle.

This looked pretty close to a Liam Coen attack. (more…)

Tristan Wirfs Appreciation Post

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

Bucs LT Tristan Wirfs was all smiles both before and after the win over Seattle.

Man, there were a lot of good plays on Sunday when the Bucs went into the Seahawks’ nest and pulled out a 38-35 win. (more…)

Lavonte David: Sam Darnold Was Throwing The Ball Away

Tuesday, October 7th, 2025

Joe suggested Sunday evening that the Bucs might want to put Logan Hall’s helmet in the Buccaneers Ring of Honor.

After listening to Lavonte David today, Joe thinks it’s an even better idea. (more…)

Fresh Scouting Report On Emeka Egbuka

Tuesday, October 7th, 2025

Bucs rookie sensation Emeka Egbuka.

Through months of the offseason, hardcore NFL fans listen to former scouts and draft gurus talk about prospects.

But what about once they get on the field? (more…)