Politics Sank Ronde Barber Hall Bid

January 3rd, 2018

Those who listened to the Ira Kaufman Podcast through the spring already knew Ronde Barber was a long shot to be a Pro Football Hall of Fame finalist for the Class of 2018.

And that sadly played out on national television last night. [read more]

Koetter States The Obvious On Donovan Smith

January 3rd, 2018

Rising 

Back on Dec. 4, Joe wrote a piece here titled, “Another Film Victory For Donovan Smith.”

It was more fuel for the crowd that thinks Joe is an ignorant boob when it comes to offensive play. [read more]

The Fans Respond To JoeBucsFan.com

January 3rd, 2018

Much like at One Buc Palace, JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters is a place with lofty aspirations.

Unlike at One Buc Palace, those goals are typically met inside the beer-stained walls of JoeBucsFan headquarters, where Tums, broken beer bottles and spoiled beets line the tile floors.

Joe had a simple goal through the 2017 calendar year: 1 million unique visitors to JoeBucsFan.com visiting a total of 7 million times and viewing 17 million pages of content. [read more]

Have Your Say

January 3rd, 2018

It’s the weekly, 24-hour Dirk Koetter Confidence Poll. See last week’s results linked here. Poll posted at 12:01 a.m.


Scratch Marvin Lewis Off The Help List

January 2nd, 2018

Considering Dirk Koetter himself gave defensive coordinator Mike Smith a questionable endorsement yesterday, it was fair to go to bed wondering what change could come to the Tampa Bay defense. [read more]

Answers/Questions Lie In NFL NextGen Stat

January 2nd, 2018

DeSean Jackson

Those fancy computer chips the NFL inserts in footballs and players’ uniforms delivered loads of interesting data this season. [read more]

Healthy Jameis Equaled Turnover Jameis

January 2nd, 2018

If America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, protected the football better this season, how many more games would the Bucs have won?

Great question. [read more]

Koetter Stands Firm On 2017 Talent Assessment

January 2nd, 2018

You heard it.

Joe heard it.

The national Hard Knocks audience heard it. [read more]

Ira Talks Buying What Koetter Is Selling, Analyzing D-Jax & His Future, Grimes Cash, Jameis Warts, Draft Victories, Mike Smith Evaluation & 2018, Gruden Realities, And Much More

January 2nd, 2018

Wow! So much meat on the buffet on the first postseason podcast of 2018. Dive in here or enjoy at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. The Ira Kaufman Podcast keeps you informed and entertained every Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason. Click or download above. It’s free and easy. Enjoy!

Giving Props To Jameis

January 2nd, 2018

Salutes America.

That clapping you hear in the distance? Joe knows where it is coming from. [read more]

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January 2nd, 2018

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First Guy Who Should Be Launched

January 2nd, 2018

Well-rested Sunday night.

Maybe this week, maybe after the Super Bowl, Joe will write some stories on who needs to stay with the Bucs and who should have had their access cards to One Buc Palace already deactivated. [read more]

“I’d Enjoy Being Back”

January 2nd, 2018

Wants a second contract

The 2017 Bucs quarterback with a winning record as a starter says he wants to new contract to play in Tampa. [read more]

Setting Records With Kids

January 2nd, 2018

Lost in debate.

No, the news Friday that Team Glazer decided to retain Dirk Koetter for the 2018 season was not exactly a well-received subject on social media. [read more]

Why Chucky Went To The Raiders (For Now)

January 2nd, 2018

“You’d be licking your chops too if you could get a piece of an NFL team and live in Vegas. How about that Mr. Glazer?”

A lot depressed Bucs fans were hoping Team Glazer would give an arm and a leg to bring Chucky back. Those hopes were dashed when it was learned Friday Bucs coach Dirk Koetter would be retained for the 2018 season. [read more]

What’s The Deal With Sean Payton?

January 2nd, 2018

Saints coach still bitter over hassle in New Orleans?

There is something fans don’t grasp when Joe is covering a Bucs game. [read more]

The Playcaller Will Continue As The Playcaller

January 1st, 2018

Joe’s going to let you in on a secret. [read more]

Koetter’s Two Offseason Keys

January 1st, 2018

BY IRA KAUFMAN

Buc fans can only hope this franchise does a better job of addressing its priorities in 2018.

A year ago, Dirk Koetter singled out the lack of explosive plays as a major issue after a 9-7 season. In that regard, Tampa Bay zeroed in on DeSean Jackson in free agency, adding a speedy target who can stretch the field. [read more]

A Charity Thank You, Fantasy Playoff Drafts & Chatting Saturday Night With Jon Gruden

January 1st, 2018

Todd’s first podcast of 2018 is ready and has some really interesting items to start the new year. First, since Todd Gurley owners around the world wanted to give back to him, our Todd Wright has an idea to play off that same charitable concept. For any of you who won a little something in fantasy and feel that listening to the podcast or sending those emails to Todd helped you do it, Todd has a charity he supports that he invites you to support as well. Todd’s asking for $1 of your winnings if you feel he helped you and the details are in this podcast for SydneyHasASister.com. Todd also had an interesting last Saturday night of 2017 as Jon Gruden had some things to say to Todd in person at a huge Outback Bowl party in Tampa that were totally unexpected and unsolicited. Todd also walks you through what the fantasy podcasts will be like for the NFL postseason, as he’ll keep delivering twice per week thru Super Bowl 52 thanks to Hooters and Westchase Golf Club.

Click above to listen or download, or at iTunes or Google Play. And now at Podbean!

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VIDEO! “It Was Like They Won A Championship”

January 1st, 2018

Great, great inside stuff today from Rock Riley (@RealRockRiley) in his video report. Very cool locker room juice and a neat look at the postgame scene. Fire it up below!

It’s over. Bucs say goodbye to 2017 from Rock Riley on Vimeo.

Dirk Koetter: We Want Brent Grimes Back

January 1st, 2018

(Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com.)

The sales pitch has been delivered personally. [read more]

Mike Smith Will Return

January 1st, 2018

Chief of the 32nd-ranked defense will return

It’s official. [read more]