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Ira Talks “Tangible And Significant Changes,” Must-Win Sunday, Dissecting Jameis, Losing McCoy, “The Word Killing Bucs Fans,” Score Predictions & More
Thursday, October 18th, 2018Podcast (ira-kaufman-podcast): Play in new window | Download | Embed
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The Bucs are absolutely at a crossroads for the season — and for the current regime. Lots on the docket today. It’s always a fun and informative time on the Ira Kaufman Podcast presented by Ed Morse Cadillac Tampa and Ed Morse Cadillac Brandon.
Click play above or tune in at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. And you can find it on the Google Play podcast “Top Charts,” ALL genres. Stay informed, thinking and smiling every single Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason.
Listening to “The Sage” is fun, free and easy. Enjoy!
“That Wouldn’t Be The Answer”
Wednesday, October 17th, 2018Dirk Koetter has said a couple of times that he wouldn’t get too involved with the Buccaneers defense led by Mike Smith because he’d probably get in the way and wouldn’t add much value to an experienced staff. (more…)
New Beginning — Or The Beginning Of The End
Wednesday, October 17th, 2018BY IRA KAUFMAN
In theory, every NFL regular-season game counts the same.
You win, you lose or you tie and it all goes into the mix. You have 16 opportunities to put your best self forward and at the end of the year, you are what your record says you are.
So how come this one feels different? (more…)
Derrick Brooks Talks Mike Smith Firing, Atlanta Loss & More
Wednesday, October 17th, 2018TAMPA TWO is on!! Derrick Brooks takes on the tough questions of the day — your questions — with sage columnist Ira Kaufman.Click below and enjoy this great production from The Identity Tampa Bay and JoeBucsFan.com, presented by Caldeco Air Conditioning & Heating.
Ira Talks Mike Smith Firing & Aftermath, Who Ordered The Hit, Outside Help, And Much More
Tuesday, October 16th, 2018Podcast (ira-kaufman-podcast): Play in new window | Download | Embed
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Tampa Bay’s only Pro Football Hall of Fame voter doesn’t hold back in his take on various elements tied to the firing of Mike Smith and its aftermath. Regardless, it’s always a fun and informative time on the Ira Kaufman Podcast presented by Ed Morse Cadillac Tampa and Ed Morse Cadillac Brandon.
Click play above or tune in at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. And you can find it on the Google Play podcast “Top Charts,” ALL genres. Stay informed, thinking and smiling every single Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason.
Listening to “The Sage” is fun, free and easy. Enjoy!
The New Company Policy
Tuesday, October 16th, 2018BY IRA KAUFMAN
Take a seat, Mr. Anger.
Bryan Anger is one of the better punters in the NFL, but he needs to reduce his workload the rest of this season. The Bucs require maximum possessions to compensate for a historically bad defense.
Unless it’s fourth-and-9 from the Tampa Bay 22, Anger should remain on the sidelines. OK, that’s an exaggeration, but you get my point. (more…)
Ira Kaufman’s 10 Takeaways From Falcons-Bucs
Sunday, October 14th, 2018BY IRA KAUFMAN
The little things will get you every time.
The Bucs did some things very well Sunday in Atlanta, but the details did them in. This football team isn’t good enough to overcome key mistakes — and Tampa Bay made too many of them in dropping to 2-3.
Gerald McCoy can’t be flagged for an illegal use of the hands penalty on a 3rd-and-11 incompletion early in the second quarter. Instead of settling for a field goal, the Falcons scored on the next play.
That’s a 4-point gaffe. (more…)
Derrick Brooks Talks “Foundational Tape,” Defensive Corrections, Offensive Creativity & Much More; It’s The Can’t-Miss TAMPA TWO!
Saturday, October 13th, 2018“The funeral” is over, says Derrick Brooks, and the Bucs season has new life after the bye.
Professor Brooks talks about studying “foundational tape,” approaching an elite Atlanta passing game, “stance, alignment assignment” and more with JoeBucsFan.com columnist Ira Kaufman in TAMPA TWO, presented by Caldeco Air Conditioning & Heating.
Balance Or Bust
Friday, October 12th, 2018BY IRA KAUFMAN
Some people claim balance is the key to life. It’s a noble concept with applications to the National Football League.
The Bucs, in particular. (more…)
Ira Talks Moving JPP, Mike Smith Demeanor, Falcons Injury Impacts, Company Line On Grimes, Upbeat Glazer, Sunday Predictions, The Marpet Money & More
Thursday, October 11th, 2018Podcast (ira-kaufman-podcast): Play in new window | Download | Embed
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The Sage of Tampa Bay sports is swinging a big stick this morning in so many Bucs directions. This episode is shorter than usual but more powerful than usual. Regardless, it’s always a fun and informative time on the Ira Kaufman Podcast presented by Ed Morse Cadillac Tampa and Ed Morse Cadillac Brandon.
Click play above or tune in at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. And you can find it on the Google Play podcast “Top Charts,” ALL genres. Stay informed, thinking and smiling every single Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason.
Listening to “The Sage” is fun, free and easy. Enjoy!
Run Efficiency Is Relevant
Wednesday, October 10th, 2018BY IRA KAUFMAN
The cash is flowing up front for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The production? Not so much. (more…)
Ira Talks Falcons Matchup, McCoy Production, Calming Jameis, Pass-First Teams, Lady Gaga & Other “Starlets,” Coaching Chatter, Hall Update, And More
Tuesday, October 9th, 2018Podcast (ira-kaufman-podcast): Play in new window | Download | Embed
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With the bye week in the rear view mirror and Jameis Winston taking over, the Sage of Tampa Bay sports has plenty on his mind. It’s always a fun and informative time on the Ira Kaufman Podcast presented by Ed Morse Cadillac Tampa and Ed Morse Cadillac Brandon.
Click play above or tune in at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. And you can find it on the Google Play podcast “Top Charts,” ALL genres. Stay informed, thinking and smiling every single Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason.
Listening to “The Sage” is fun, free and easy. Enjoy!
Something’s Gotta Give
Monday, October 8th, 2018Ira Talks Bucs Running Game, Falcons Matchup, Chiefs-Jaguars, Bucs Pass Rush, The Glazer Jury And Much More
Sunday, October 7th, 2018Podcast (ira-kaufman-podcast): Play in new window | Download | Embed
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A rare bye-weekend edition of the Ira Kaufman Podcast is on. You won’t need another NFL pregame show. Of course, loads of Bucs talk but much more, too. The Sage of Tampa Bay sports is humming and there are no missed assignments or communication breakdowns. It’s always a fast-moving, fun and informative time on the Ira Kaufman Podcast presented by Ed Morse Cadillac Tampa and Ed Morse Cadillac Brandon.
Click play above or tune in at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. And you can find it on the Google Play podcast “Top Charts,” ALL genres. Stay informed, thinking and smiling every single Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason.
Listening to “The Sage” is fun, free and easy. Enjoy!
Derrick Brooks Recaps The Buccaneers’ First Quarter Of 2018, Talks Defensive Repair & Integrity, Jameis Proving Himself, Addresses Fire Mike Smith Talk, & More
Sunday, October 7th, 2018“The problem is how they got to 2-2,” says Buccaneers legend Derrick Brooks.
It’s a football Sunday and this is a true can’t-miss TAMPA TWO! Click play below and soak in the knowledge as Brooks and Ira Kaufman go deep on the state of the Bucs at the 2018 quarter pole. It’s the hot new show by The Identity Tampa Bay and JoeBucsFan.com presented by Caldeco Air Conditioning & Heating.
Enjoy!
Burials, Byes & Buccaneers
Friday, October 5th, 2018Ira Talks Bears Fallout & Locker Room Scene, Assessing 2-2, Defensive Breakdowns, Fitzpatrick Future, Heated Jameis Debate, The Fire Mike Smith Chatter & More
Thursday, October 4th, 2018Podcast (ira-kaufman-podcast): Play in new window | Download | Embed
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Oh, boy. The Sage of Tampa Bay sports is firing on cylinders today and there are no missed assignments or communication breakdowns. It’s always a fast-moving, fun and informative time on the Ira Kaufman Podcast presented by Ed Morse Cadillac Tampa and Ed Morse Cadillac Brandon.
Click play above or tune in at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. And you can find it on the Google Play podcast “Top Charts,” ALL genres. Stay informed, thinking and smiling every single Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason.
Listening to “The Sage” is fun, free and easy. Enjoy!
Zero Tolerance For A Losing Season
Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018BY IRA KAUFMAN
One primary reason you select a quarterback first overall in the draft is your faith he can thrive under pressure.
We’re about to find out. (more…)