“We Still Believe In Him, As Crazy As It Sound”
January 24th, 2020
A Jameis teammate weighs in
[UPDATE: 3:59 p.m.] Candor!
It’s one thing that makes the NFL fun when the games aren’t on. [read more]
Don’t Bank On Hope
January 24th, 2020
Attack a weakness.
“When I first started coaching, one of the worst things that I think I heard was ‘It will be O.K.’ I would wonder, ‘How the hell is it going to be O.K.?’ The worst word in the English language is ‘hope.'” — Hall of Fame basketball coach Bob Knight.
There are a few football axioms Joe lives by. [read more]
Ira Kaufman Grades Team Glazer, Talks Arians’ System Demands, Brate Future, O-Line Drafting & Footsteps, And More
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Episode No. 2 of this week on the Ira Kaufman Podcast, presented by general manager Sean Sullivan at the Bill Currie Ford showroom, The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports is reflecting, as well as firing away as he prepared for a visit to the Super Bowl. Many thanks to Big Storm Brewing Co. local producers of the very best beers around. And our love to Pin Chasers, home to the best bowling, food and fun!
Click play above or listen at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com, Stitcher, too. Stay informed, thinking and smiling (crying?). Listening to Ira is fun, free and easy!
Click through to shop now at Tampa’s first family of Ford for nearly 60 years. Remember, all 2019 models must go NOW at BillCurrieFord.com.
Shaq On Bucs QB
January 23rd, 2020
Influence or not?
Big decision for free agent sackmeister and current Bucs linebacker Shaq Barrett. [read more]
Pressure Picks & Time-To-Throw Picks
January 23rd, 2020
The dissection of Jameis Winston’s 30 interceptions this season continues.
One thing remains certain, however you carve them up, America’s Quarterback racked up a shameful total worthy of scorn, disbelief and distrust. [read more]
Mike Evans Talks About Changed 2020 Approach
January 23rd, 2020
Mike Evans blew his hamstring when he caught an early touchdown pass against the Colts on Dec. 8.
As a result, he’s got a different approach this winter. [read more]
“Rivers Has Never Had The Arm Strength… “
January 23rd, 2020
Which QB fits?
A whole lot of folks believe if Bucs coach Bucco Bruce Arians has lost patience with Mr. Entertainment, America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, then new Florida resident Philip Rivers (living some 6.5 hours away from One Buc Palace) is a perfect fit. [read more]
R-E-S-P-E-C-T
January 23rd, 2020
Mad respect for Bucs LB.
It is really a stone in Joe’s shoe how badly Lavonte David is dissed year after year by the so-called football experts who annually ignore his strong play and rarely award him a Pro Bowl nod. [read more]
Forgetting Ryan Jensen’s Year
January 23rd, 2020
Year in review.
You hear that, the silence? Kind of loud, isn’t it? [read more]
Remember Ben Bartch
January 23rd, 2020
A Jason Licht player ID’ed.
Yeah, you likely never heard the name before, Ben Bartch. Joe didn’t until last night. [read more]
“I Don’t Think He’s Going To Get Done For 16, 17, 18 [Million]”
January 22nd, 2020
In late November on national radio, Bucco Bruce Arians talked about how a guy getting 16 sacks in a season is good enough production to earn him between $16 million and $20 million per season. [read more]
A Quarter Century Of Team Glazer
January 22nd, 2020
Another fresh column from The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports. Ira’s good friend, Bill Currie Ford general manager Sean Sullivan, will personally help you get the best value on your next vehicle purchase. Just ask for him.
BY IRA KAUFMAN
This silver anniversary comes with the highs and lows of a typical marriage. [read more]
Jameis Donates $50,000 To Miles College
January 22nd, 2020
They’re buzzing in Alabama about generosity from America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston. [read more]
Shaq Barrett Talks Contract: I’m Planning On Tampa (Audio)
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Shaq Barrett with a young fan at Pro Bowl practice today
The Bucs’ 19 1/2-sack man, Shaq Barrett, soaked up his first taste of Pro Bowl glory this morning at Disney World.
And yes, he talked money. [read more]
Ira Talks Running Game Valuation, Rivers-Jameis Assumptions, “Arians Calling The Shots,” Bucs Identity, Mock Drafts, Exactly Why Bill Belichick Is “Mad As Hell,” Chiefs Ecstasy, And More
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It’s the twice-weekly Ira Kaufman Podcast! It’s always a fun ride, much like all the ones at the Bill Currie Ford showroom, The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports has plenty on his mind, presented by Bill Currie Ford. Many thanks to Big Storm Brewing Co. local producers of the very best beers around. And our love to Pin Chasers, home to the best bowling, food and fun!
Click play above or listen at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com, Stitcher, too. Stay informed, thinking and smiling (crying?). Listening to Ira is fun, free and easy!
Click through to shop now at Tampa’s first family of Ford for nearly 60 years. Remember, all 2019 models must go NOW at BillCurrieFord.com.
Landing Spot: Bucs
January 22nd, 2020
Former NFL QB explains.
In the mind of a former NFL starting quarterback, if veteran and soon-to-be free agent quarterback Philip Rivers leaves the Chargers, his best landing spot is Tampa Bay. [read more]
Tampa’s Bad Rap
January 22nd, 2020
Tarnished NFL image?
Is Tampa starting to get a reputation for being a bad place for NFL players to be? [read more]
The Philip Rivers Rumors
January 22nd, 2020
Chance to confirm or deny.
Yes, the NFL world is going gaga over news that veteran Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers, whose contract expires in a couple of weeks, uprooted his family to move to Florida’s Panhandle to be closer to his family in Alabama (and save untold thousands of dollars in taxes). [read more]
“Why Not” The Bucs?
January 22nd, 2020
Many reasons “Why not?”
Joe brings you this break in Philip Rivers-moves-to-Destin coverage to bring a pipe dream floated by Bleacher Report. [read more]
