Agent Of Change
Monday, June 12th, 2017
BY IRA KAUFMAN
Every NFL team needs a Robert Ayers.
In Dirk Koetter’s manic quest for a bad-ass group of marauders, Ayers could serve as the poster child. Except he’s no child … he’s a grown-ass man. (more…)
Archive for the ‘Ira Kaufman, Everything eye-RAH!’ Category
The Five Most Indispensable Buccaneers
Friday, June 9th, 2017
BY IRA KAUFMAN
Sportswriters love lists, and I’m no exception.
But let’s be honest, many of these lists are silly. For example, any scribe who suggests his seven-round mock draft has value is kidding himself. (more…)
Ira Goes Deep On “Diva” Label For D-Jax, Talks Firm 2017 Message, Koetter Seeking Training Camp “Loopholes,” Doston Focus & More
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eye-RAH! explores many hot Bucs topics and wrestles with Joe on several of them. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is booming, with growth nearing 10,000 downloads per episodes! Listen by clicking or downloading above, or listen (and subscribe) at iTunes and Podbean.com. It’s free and easy. Enjoy! Remember, new episodes pop Tuesdays & Thursdays.
A Diva In Our Midst
Wednesday, June 7th, 2017
Ira Kaufman, the most beloved and esteemed columnist in town, has hung his hat at JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters since July 2016. Tampa Bay’s only Pro Football Hall of Fame voter, Ira’s columns pop here every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and his award winning podcasts fire Tuesdays and Thursdays.
BY IRA KAUFMAN
When the free agency clock struck in March and the Bucs pounced on DeSean Jackson, Stick Carriers took an avid interest.
But let’s not forget that the word “avid” spelled backwards is “diva,” and Mr. Jackson will never be able to outrun that label, no matter how many beaten defensive backs he leaves in his wake. (more…)
Ira Talks Safety Competition, Tandy Lead, Monte Kiffin Rewind, Extreme Godwin Impact, Alcohol & The Bucs, And More
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“Newsy Nuggets!” Ira Kaufman has a few to share today and plenty more on the Bucs buffet in today’s high-energy podcast. eye-RAH! and Joe wrestle over many hot Bucs topics. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is booming, with growth nearing 10,000 downloads per episodes! Listen by clicking or downloading above, or listen (and subscribe) at iTunes and Podbean.com. It’s free and easy. Enjoy! Remember, new episodes pop Tuesdays & Thursdays.
Looking In The Nashville Mirror
Monday, June 5th, 2017
Tampa Bay’s only Pro Football Hall of Fame voter, Ira Kaufman, the most beloved and esteemed columnist in town, has hung his hat at JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters since July 2016. His columns pop here every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and his award winning podcasts fire Tuesdays and Thursdays.
BY IRA KAUFMAN
The Buccaneers have a trending partner in the AFC, a mirror image poised to make some noise after years of deathly silence.
The Bucs and Titans suddenly find themselves joined at the hip pad. (more…)
“Do-Or-Die” Season
Friday, June 2nd, 2017
BY IRA KAUFMAN
The longest-tenured Buccaneer says fans should be prepared for the most intense training camp since Jon Gruden stalked the sidelines. (more…)
Ira Talks Dirk Koetter Twitter Rage, Jameis “Bromide,” Bucs Ticket Sales Vs. Raiders’, The Al Davis Story, O-Line Excuses, Sapp On OTAs, Running Back Rhythm & Doug Martin, And More
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It’s June, but Ira Kaufman has plenty on the Bucs buffet in today’s high-energy podcast. eye-RAH! and Joe lock horns on many hot Bucs topics. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is booming, with growth nearing 10,000 downloads per episodes! Listen by clicking or downloading above, or listen (and subscribe) at iTunes and Podbean.com. It’s free and easy. Enjoy! Remember, new episodes pop every Tuesday & Thursday.
Dungy = Odd Man Out
Wednesday, May 31st, 2017
Tampa Bay’s only Pro Football Hall of Fame voter, Ira Kaufman, the most beloved and esteemed columnist in town, has hung his hat at JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters since July 2016. His columns pop here every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and his award winning podcasts fire Tuesdays and Thursdays.
BY IRA KAUFMAN
Put a Ring on it.
The curious relationship between the Buccaneers and Tony Dungy took another strange turn with the announcement of this year’s Ring of Honor recipients. (more…)
Emergency Episode Of The Ira Kaufman Podcast; Deep Inside The Ring Of Honor Selections
Wednesday, May 31st, 2017Podcast (ira-kaufman-podcast): Play in new window | Download | Embed
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The Tuesday afternoon selection of Malcolm Glazer and Chucky for the 2017 Buccaneers Ring Of Honor lit up the Custodian of Canton, eye-RAH! Kaufman, into a fiery froth. In fact, Ira called for an emergency podcast! His award-winning podcasts pop Tuesdays and Thursdays, but this one is rolling Wednesday at 12:01 a.m. Ira had plenty to get off his chest, and Ira weighs in on what he calls a “tantalizing” take from Joe. Enjoy! (Yes, you’ll get your regularly scheduled Thursday podcast, too. And this emergency podcast will be up on iTunes and Podbean.com)
Ira Talks O.J. Howard Bounce Back, Cameron Brate Interview, Doug Martin Appearance Change, Boiling Down The Monken-Jackson Tangle, Sweezy Mystery, “Iverson” Baker, & Much More
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Week 1 of Buccaneers spring practice is in the books and Tampa Bay’s only Hall of Fame voter has plenty of opinions. Ira Kaufman and Joe lock horns on many hot Bucs topics in today’s episode. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is booming, with growth nearing 10,000 downloads per episodes! Listen by clicking or downloading above, or listen (and subscribe) at iTunes and Podbean.com. It’s free and easy. Enjoy! Remember, new episodes pop every Tuesday & Thursday.
Bottom-Line Call
Monday, May 29th, 2017
Tampa Bay’s only Pro Football Hall of Fame voter, Ira Kaufman, the most beloved and esteemed columnist in town, has hung his hat at JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters since July 2016. His columns pop here every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and his award winning podcasts fire Tuesdays and Thursdays.
BY IRA KAUFMAN
On the same day the NFL threw Tampa a bone, owners offered us some kibble. (more…)
Cameron Brate: “It’s Awesome And It’s Different”
Friday, May 26th, 2017
Tampa Bay’s only Pro Football Hall of Fame voter, Ira Kaufman, the most beloved and esteemed columnist in town, has hung his hat at JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters since July 2016. His columns pop here every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and his award winning podcasts fire Tuesdays and Thursdays.
BY IRA KAUFMAN
Let’s take a moment to talk about Tampa Bay’s OTHER tight end.
You know, the one who finished second to Mike Evans for the team lead in catches, receiving yards and touchdown grabs. (more…)
Ira Talks Aguayo Mess, OTA Practice Impressions, Hargreaves Approach, Ryan Fitzpatrick-Jameis Winston Relationship, Chris Godwin Analysis, Gerald McCoy Demeanor, Meaning Of “Voluntary” Attendance, And Much More
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The first Bucs spring practice is in the books and Tampa Bay’s only Hall of Fame voter has plenty to say. Ira and Joe lock horns on many hot Buccaneers topics of the day in today’s episode. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is booming, with growth nearing 10,000 downloads per episodes! Listen by clicking or downloading above, or listen (and subscribe) at iTunes and Podbean.com. It’s free and easy. Enjoy! Remember, new episodes pop every Tuesday & Thursday.
Crunch Time Win For 55
Wednesday, May 24th, 2017
Tampa Bay’s only Pro Football Hall of Fame voter, Ira Kaufman, the most beloved and esteemed columnist in town, has hung his hat at JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters since July 2016. His columns pop here every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and his award winning podcasts fire Tuesdays and Thursdays.
BY IRA KAUFMAN
Nice guys don’t always finish last.
In the ultra-competitive quest to land Super Bowls, no city has been more accommodating to the league than Tampa. When the NFL asks us to jump, we respond: How high? (more…)
Ira Talks Everything Ryan Fitzpatrick, Bora Bora Fans, “Amateur Hour” Journalism, Doug Martin Reassessment, Verner Troubles, OTA Smoke Season, & More
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Tampa Bay’s only Hall of Fame voter goes deep with Joe on so many hot Buccaneers topics of the day. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is booming, with a new milestone of 10,000 downloads for one episode nearing! Listen by clicking or downloading above, or listen (and subscribe) at iTunes and Podbean.com. It’s free and easy. Enjoy! Remember, new episodes pop every Tuesday & Thursday.
The Money, The Will & The Drive
Monday, May 22nd, 2017
Tampa Bay’s only Pro Football Hall of Fame voter, Ira Kaufman, the most beloved and esteemed columnist in town, has hung his hat at JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters since July 2016. His columns pop here every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and his award winning podcasts fire Tuesdays and Thursdays.
BY IRA KAUFMAN
While other teams try to address major holes, the Bucs continue to tie up loose ends.
That’s the best news of all for Buc fans parched after a nine-year playoff drought. And if the front office takes a breather this week while players gather for OTA sessions, who can blame a busy brain trust that ignores Vegas oddsmakers but hears the pleas of their stick carriers. (more…)
Ending The “SAM Syndrome”
Friday, May 19th, 2017
BY IRA KAUFMAN
There’s no job considered more expendable in the National Football League than playing strong-side linebacker for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Also known as the “SAM,” these guys come and go at One Buc Place like autumn leaves.
Need proof? (more…)
Ira Talks Defining 2017 Draft Success, Changing Geometry, Kendall Beckwith Impact, Fan Surge, Chris Godwin Analaysis, The “Raisin” Story, And More
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Sage wisdom flowing all over the place in this episode, as Ira goes deep with Joe on many hot Buccaneers topics, and more. The Ira Kaufman Podcast continues to grow, with a new milestone of 10,000 downloads per episode nearing! Listen by clicking or downloading above, or listen (and subscribe) at iTunes and Podbean.com. It’s free and easy. Enjoy! Remember, new episodes pop every Tuesday & Thursday.
Double Your Pleasure
Wednesday, May 17th, 2017
Tampa Bay’s only Pro Football Hall of Fame voter, Ira Kaufman, the most beloved and esteemed columnist in town, has hung his hat at JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters since July 2016. His columns pop here every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and his award winning podcasts fire Tuesdays and Thursdays.
BY IRA KAUFMAN
Dirk Koetter is already diving deep into his think tank, dreaming up formations that will help Jameis Winston thrive in his third pro season. (more…)
Ira Talks Sacks Value, Vegas, NFC South Brethren, Noah Spence Usage & Realities, Bucs’ No. 1 Need, Assessing Pass Protection & Charles Sims Vs. Jeremy McNichols, And More
Tuesday, May 16th, 2017Podcast (ira-kaufman-podcast): Play in new window | Download | Embed
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All kinds of intensity from Ira, as he goes deep with Joe on many Bucs hot topics, and more. The Ira Kaufman Podcast continues to grow, with 10,000 downloads per episode now in sight! Listen by clicking or downloading above, or listen (and subscribe) at iTunes and Podbean.com. It’s free and easy. Enjoy! Remember, new episodes pop every Tuesday & Thursday.
