Ira Kaufman, the most beloved and esteemed Buccaneers 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 busts out his columns here every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and his award winning podcasts fire Tuesdays and Thursdays.

BY IRA KAUFMAN

It’ll be here before you know it.

The first workout of training camp is slated for four weeks from today at One Buc Place, with the Hard Knocks crew eager to introduce the rest of NFL Nation to your favorite football team. [read more]

Talks VY-Fitz kerfuffle.

Earlier this week, we learned that Vince Young — when he learned Ryan Fitzpatrick was signed to back up America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston — lost it and became unhinged saying all sort of vulgar things about Fitz. [read more]

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Since the Jamison Crowder vs Terrelle Pryor discussion isn’t really enough for a whole podcast, Todd is taking this week to give ideas to season-long league commissioners on how to best set up your leagues for a playoff format. Here’s a hint: Do not wait until Week 17 to play your championship game. If you do, you’re a worse commissioner than the current one in the NFL. Much worse.

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Good offenses overcome poor defensive pressure.

It is a Friday and Joe should be happy. Instead, Joe wants to take a baseball bat to his mailbox he’s so hacked off. [read more]

Lofty expectations.

Apparently someone doesn’t watch NFL Network. [read more]

Look out!

Seems like Kwon is going to bust somebody up. [read more]

New chatter from the Bucs’ rookie running back. (Photo courtesy of Buccaneers.com)

Whether you call it The Gem State, The Potato State or an unexpected football factory, Idaho now has a special place in the world of Buccaneers chatter. [read more]

Walks the walk

We all know winning coach Dirk Koetter’s most well known mantra for his Buccaneers.

And now there’s some video evidence that Koetter walks the walk. [read more]

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It’s Part III of winning Bucs head coach Dirk Koetter sitting down with Ira Kaufman and Joe for a casual yet intense conversation about all things Tampa Bay. Parts I and II can be found easily at iTunes or Podbean.com. Of course, candid Koetter lets it rip like only he would. The Ira Kaufman Podcast keeps you informed and entertained every Tuesday & Thursday. Listen to Tampa Bay’s only Pro Football Hall of Fame voter by clicking or downloading above, or listen (and subscribe) at iTunes or Podbean.com. It’s free and easy. Enjoy!

Talks about getting coached up.

Seems like Bucs offensive coordinator/receivers coach Todd Monken is working his magic again. [read more]

Undervalued.

It seems a combination of a grudge and a kick in the rear end is keeping a certain NFL general manager down. [read more]

Esteemed Buccaneers beat writer Jenna Laine rolled out goodies this week during an appearance on WDAE-AM 620/95.3 FM. [read more]

Lurking

Saying the Buccaneers’ No. 5 wide receiver job is wide open would be a supreme understatement. [read more]

Fun! Fun! Fun! Local TV icon Rock Riley is right here every Monday, Wednesday & Friday going deep inside in the Bucs from all angles. Enjoy your Lunch With Real Rock Riley right now!

Is Donovan Smith as good as Warhop thinks? from Rock Riley on Vimeo.

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

It appears the Glazers have found stability where it counts the most.

Although he’s been an NFL head coach for only one season, Dirk Koetter has the look of someone will be around One Buc Place for quite a while.

That would set Koetter distinctly apart from predecessors Raheem Morris, Greg Schiano and Lovie Smith — an unholy trio who lasted a combined seven seasons. [read more]

Calls out Bucs backup.

Vince Young cannot believe it. [read more]

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More Bucs love.

So, about that notion of no respect from national figures… [read more]

Faces uphill climb.

In a perfect world, embattled Bucs running back Doug Martin returns from his suspension in Week 4 and tears the NFL apart, rushing for 1,700 yards. [read more]

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Every single Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, the Bucs Uncensored podcast infects Tampa Bay fans in every corner of the universe, including in the coach’s office at One Buc Palace. Host Justin Pawlowski, “The Commish,” is can’t-miss fun and today he’s joined by Hall of Fame voter and JoeBucsFan.com columnist Ira Kaufman (Part II of their interview) **CAUTION: R-RATED language!**  Justin is a former voice on the Buccaneers Radio Network, an ex-college football player and a lifelong Bucs fan. Hear your Bucs take (if it makes the cut). Just email a 90-second-or-less audio blast to BucsUncensored@gmail.com. Listen above or subscribe on iTunes right here, or at Podbean.com. Justin’s work is NOT influenced by JoeBucsFan.com. Joe just thinks it’s very, very special.

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Incited by NFL Network.

Sooner or later, folks are going to figure out it best not to diss Kwon Alexander. [read more]

Juggler-in-chief Dirk Koetter tips his cap to Team Glazer and shares a new priority.

Change is coming to Buccaneers training camp, says winning head coach Dirk Koetter. [read more]

Shadow-friendly GM

This is not a story about the haunting defensive end Michael “Ghost” Johnson inflicted upon Tampa Bay. (One could actually argue the Johnson’s evil was really the ghost of Simeon Rice, the Bucs’ last 10-sack master.)

No, this post is about the inner workings of the Bucs’ official analytics department. [read more]