“Joel, I said ‘nine figures’ not ‘E.J. Biggers.'”

Now this is interesting coming from a respected former NFL executive. (more…)

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

They’re young, they’re having fun and they’re wildly entertaining.

No, we’re not talking about the glee club at Alonso High School. (more…)

America’s Quarterback is now in the NFL record books — and it has nothing to do with turnovers or anything to make the haters drool. (more…)

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Week 15 approaches and Ira Kaufman is fired up but reflective at the same time. It’s always a fun tangle with Joe. The twice-weekly Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford, where all 2019 models must go and prices are at record lows! And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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Explains turnaround.

Early in the season, the Bucs had an elite run defense, an OK pass rush (mostly Shaq Barrett), decent linebacker play (mostly Lavonte David) and horrific results from the secondary (save for one Vernon Hargreaves tackle). (more…)

Yes, Jameis Winston now has a whopping 23 interceptions in 13 games this season. America’s Quarterback is a generous man.

Only 12 times in the past 20 seasons have QBs hit the 23 picks mark. (more…)

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Three in a row! The Ira Kaufman Podcast is all over it in this game-reaction edition recorded at the stadium. The twice-weekly Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford, where all 2019 models must go and prices are at record lows! And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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Words of wisdom.

So yeah, there are folks that are hung up on the interceptions from Mr. Entertainment, America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston. (more…)

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

I don’t know about a “culture change” at One Buc Place, but I sure as heck see a scoreboard change.

On a day they were officially eliminated from the postseason, the Bucs gave every indication to their fans that the times they are a-changin. A defense burdened by giveaways stiffened in the second half and Jameis Winston directed a 542-yard assault against an Indianapolis team desperate for a win.

Winston kept coming and coming, despite throwing a pick-6 and two other interceptions. When the final seconds ticked off, Tampa Bay had closed to within one game of the magical .500 mark, matching the Colts at 6-7.

The Bucs were not supposed to win this game. Who says? NFL history, that’s who.

They were penalized 6 times for 104 times and lost the turnover battle 4-1. That’s a losing formula, especially against a decent opponent fighting for its playoff life.

But Tampa Bay found a way to eke out a close victory at home after dominating Atlanta and Jacksonville on the road. The Bucs trailed virtually the entire game, which began with a pair of Tampa Bay giveaways at midfield.

Here’s how the Bucs beat the Colts by the same 38-35 margin that marked the final score of the miracle Indianapolis comeback in the 2003 Monday night meltdown at Raymond James Stadium on Tony Dungy’s birthday: (more…)

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Peeks into future.

If all things were even, it seems Bucs pass rusher Shaq Barrett would like to play a few more years with Tampa Bay. (more…)

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It’s another Bucs-loaded podcast with a side of fun and NFL talk on the buffet. The twice-weekly Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford, where all 2019 models must go and prices are at record lows! And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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TAMPA TWO dives into Bucs-Colts and more!!! Derrick Brooks, Ira Kaufman. What more do you want? Presented by Caldeco Air Conditioning & Heating, another gem from The Identity Tampa Bay.

Firm words for a former Buccaneer

Joe loves when former Buccaneers call it straight. (more…)

Drank Nick Foles’ and Gardiner Minshew’s Gatorade.

Two more quarterback QB takedowns today in Jacksonville for Shaq Barrett.

The beastly linebacker is now 2 1/2 sacks from the franchise single-season record! (more…)

Have your say in this new, weekly, 24-hour poll on the Bucs future of Jameis Winston, America’s Quarterback. Poll posted at 10:17 a.m. See last week’s results here.

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The Sage, Ira Kaufman, does not take a Thanksgiving break. He’s all over all kinds of things Bucs with Joe in what’s always a fun ride. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford! Their great Black Friday deals expire MONDAY! And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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TAMPA TWO is an enlightening show today with Hall of Fame icon Derrick Brooks and Ira Kaufman presented by Caldeco Air Conditioning & Heating. Another production from The Identity Tampa Bay and Joe. Enjoy!!

Tuna connection with Bucs.

Maybe it was in Jason Licht’s horoscope? (more…)

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Tampa Bay’s only Hall of Fame voter, aka The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports, is all over the Bucs’ win against the Falcons and various Bucs subjects of the day. Always a fun time with Joe. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford, where Black Friday specials are rolling right now!!!!! And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

Call it complementary football if you wish. Yes, the offense and defense of the Bucs meshed together Sunday to generate yet another road win against a division foe.

But in my mind, the Bucs played so well and so hard, that effort should be lauded and savored. Let’s call that complimentary football.

Let’s also call it Tampa Bay’s most impressive road win in three years, dating back to a 19-17 victory at Arrowhead against the Chiefs, who had been 7-2. (more…)

America’s Quarterback, James Winston, looked like a crazy-talented and confident starting quarterback today.

It sure helps when your defense doesn’t suck ass and you only get hit once. (more…)