Kevin Stefanski Versus A Todd Bowles Defense

November 1st, 2026

One of these quarterback’s teams is averaging 31 points per game over the past five weeks.

Perhaps you remember the last time — and the only time — a Kevin Stefanski offense faced a Todd Bowles defense.

Joe sure does. It was one of the worst Bucs-fan afternoons of this decade. [read more]

Make The Call!

November 1st, 2026

Flash poll posted at 7:36 a.m. Poll closed at 9:10 a.m.

 

Baker Mayfield Opted For No Glove On Past Wet Days

November 1st, 2026

So lots of Bucs fans expect Baker Mayfield to have a strong game this afternoon against the Falcons — with a wet ball, a healing dislocated throwing thumb and wearing a special glove.

Joe appreciates the optimism. But Joe also went back to the film. [read more]

Bucs-Falcons Secondary Market Tickets Hovering Around $35

November 1st, 2026

Today is the day to get into a Bucs game cheap, though there may be many future options this fall and winter if the Bucs lose their fifth consecutive home game this afternoon. [read more]

A Bill Belichick Team Glazer Fit

November 1st, 2026

Bill Belichick (left) grabbed headlines last night. Bucs GM Jason Licht (right) is his former protégé.

Bucs ownership may already be hunting a quick-fix head coach for their talented defense and veteran, big-money quarterback. [read more]

Catch Up On Your Ira Kaufman Podcast Episodes!

November 1st, 2026

Pregame with The Sage.

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“I Want To Be In Tampa”

November 1st, 2026

Staying or going?

The saga of YaYa Diaby continues. [read more]

Bucky Irving = Consistency

November 1st, 2026

Pressure on Bucs RB Bucky Irving today.

When Bucky Irving is on the home field for the Bucs, he produces. [read more]

Slowing Down Drake London

November 1st, 2026

Big matchup today.

It’s not like the Bucs haven’t faced Dixie Chicks wide receiver Drake London. But today, the Bucs’ secondary might have its biggest test since facing Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins to open the season. [read more]

The Punishing Run Game

November 1st, 2026

Power football excites Tristan Wirfs.

Joe has stated the following, but it’s so cool that Joe will type it again. [read more]

GameDay Tampa Bay

November 1st, 2026

Game 8

Dixie Chicks at Bucs

Kickoff: 1 p.m.

TV: FOX (WTVT-TV Channel 13, locally) with Mark Followill, windy Daryl “Moose” Johnston and Allison Williams.

[read more]

Ira Kaufman Shares Locker Room Chatter, Dives Into Critical Falcons Matchup, And More

October 31st, 2026

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Pregame with The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports before this critical Week 8 home game!

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Dixie Chicks At Bucs, TV Map

October 31st, 2026

Free football.

Well, given that it’s the NFC South landfill and given that it’s the 2-5 Bucs, the following doesn’t surprise Joe.
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Kenny Gainwell Knows How Important Baker Mayfield Is To The Bucs

October 31st, 2026

Talks Baker Mayfield swagger.

In the NFL, aside from rare occasions, if a team loses its starting quarterback, it’s screwed. [read more]

Michael Penix And The Bucs’ Pass Rush

October 31st, 2026

David Walker is ready.

Much to the consternation of KitKat-eating Bucs coach Todd Bowles, the Bucs have suddenly become sack-happy. [read more]

Run Game Will Be More Challenging Sunday

October 31st, 2026

Find a pass game — now!

You may have heard the Bucs’ passing game is atrocious. [read more]

Emeka Egbuka Ruled Out For Sunday

October 30th, 2026

The good news is Emeka Egbuka is cleared to play football following a concussion. However, he’s been ruled out for Sunday’s big game against the Falcons with a lingering foot issue.

As expected, Antoine Winfield will return from a rib injury that cost him the past three games. Luke Goedeke is maybe, per Todd Bowles, but the Bucs’ starting right tackle missed days of practice this week (calf) after not playing Sunday. Ben Chukwuma filled in very well in his place last Sunday.

Bad Weather Bucs Game Approaches

October 30th, 2026

Here comes another Bucs home game against a dome team with nasty weather expected. [read more]

Antoine Winfield Usage Must Be Examined

October 30th, 2026

It’s hard to say big-money Bucs safety Antoine Winfield, Jr. has been missed the past three weeks as he sat out with a rib injury. [read more]

Is Tez Johnson The New Jalen McMillan?

October 30th, 2026

Makes plays.

Sometimes, reality sucks. [read more]