Congratulations, Ira Kaufman!

September 15th, 2017

Catch Ira on FOX

The great sage of Tampa Bay sports, JoeBucsFan.com columnist Ira Kaufman, has a new TV gig!

In addition to the crazy popular Ira Kaufman Podcast, and Ira’s weekly national spot on SiriusXM Mad Dog Sports Radio (5 p.m. Wednesdays), he will now be seen during Scott Smith’s Tailgate Sunday on FOX-13, every NFL Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Joe applauds this absolutely brilliant move by FOX-13 sports director Scott Smith. Ira will debut Sunday live on the field at Raymond James Stadium.

VIDEO: O-Line Is Talking, So Is Evans & Reedy

September 15th, 2017

Multimedia guru Rock Riley (@realrockriley) is back inside the locker room talking to Mike Evans, Bernard Reedy, Donovan Smith, J.R. Sweezy and more. Enjoy the video below!!

Rock is firing here every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. And join Rock for a beer Tuesday at 7 p.m. or later at Pint And Brew in Palm Harbor.

Post storm, bring on the Bears from Rock Riley on Vimeo.

“Mike Glennon Stinks”

September 15th, 2017

Harsh words from critic.

Prickly Pete Prisco isn’t one to hold back. [read more]

Secondary Smiles

September 15th, 2017

Vernon Hargreaves and Brent Grimes have to like their assignments

Imagine if the Bucs were starting Bernard Reedy and Adam Humphries at their outside wide receiver positions this week. [read more]

Herm Edwards: Bucs Are Very Vulnerable

September 15th, 2017

Former Bucs assistant coach Herm Edwards has a plan for the Bears

Could the Buccaneers really lose to the Bears on Sunday?

Have you seen Chicago’s receivers? Have you seen their quarterback? [read more]

Just Score, Baby

September 15th, 2017

Focused on touchdowns.

It’s all about scoring. [read more]

“Get After Glennon”

September 15th, 2017

Former Buccaneer weighs in

Should Dirk Koetter open up his offense quickly and flash all his weapons, or try to pound the rock early with Jacquizz Rodgers and see if his reworked offensive line can beat the Bears at the line of scrimmage?

So many variables Sunday, but one option should be a no-brainer. [read more]

Important Municipal Bonds Q&A From MBPA

September 15th, 2017

1. Why should I have my municipal bonds evaluated?

A. Municipal bonds have GENERALLY been a safe investment but the economy is in constant flux. We are sure you check your other investments as well your bank account. Bonds are no different.

2. How does the yield on municipal bonds compare with other fixed income investments?

A. Generally, since 2008, “A” rated municipal bonds have had a higher yield than the corresponding yield on the same maturity of U.S. Treasury obligations AND THEY’RE TAX FREE.

3. Why not just buy a municipal bond mutual fund or ETF? [read more]

Bucs Players Step Up

September 15th, 2017

Spearheading Hurricane Irma relief efforts.

We take a break from football to provide a glimpse into how Bucs players are stepping up for Floridians who desperately need a break from what has transpired in our beautiful state the past week. [read more]

“I’m Done Trying To Guess”

September 15th, 2017

Not going to worry about rust.

When the Bucs offense takes the field Sunday afternoon at the Den of Depression, it will be the first time in 22 days that the offense will have played in a game condition.

That’s not ideal. Of course, what has been ideal thus far for the Bucs since the NFL season began? [read more]

Jameis Winston: “I Want To Be That Person That Gets Yelled At”

September 14th, 2017

Jameis explains

There’s a great Bill Parcells story that Joe referenced once on the Ira Kaufman Podcast.  [read more]

Will Justin Evans Be Active Sunday?

September 14th, 2017

Bucs second-round pick Justin Evans

Among the dumbest of the NFL rules says teams are only allowed to have 46 players active on game days from their 53-man rosters. [read more]

PODCAST: Bucs Expectations, Mass Hurricane Lunacy, Defensive Data Concerns & More

September 14th, 2017

Bobby Fenton is back!!!

Episode 2 of The Free Stretch is firing here on the JoeBucsFan.com Podcast Network.

Listen or download above.

You might have heard Fenton and The Free Stretch on local and national airwaves, but it’s been years. (Actually, it’s only been a week; the kickoff episode is linked here.)

Today, Bobby dives deep into expectations on the Bucs and his belief that most hurricane evacuations and panic are are absolute lunacy. And there’s plenty more on the Buccaneers and the NFL, too. [read more]

Glennon Downplays Payback Element

September 14th, 2017

“Show them, my son.”

Yes, there really is a Mike Glennon Mob.

That wasn’t a figment of Joe’s vivid imagination. Heck, in 2015, a prominent Bucs beat writer was adamant that America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, should have been forced to win the starting job from Glennon in a true competition. [read more]

Chris Baker Wants Only No-Contact Practices

September 14th, 2017

Wants an easier life

Chris “Iverson” Baker is living up to the nickname JoeBucsFan.com columnist Ira Kaufman gave him many months ago.

And now Baker has thrown fresh gas on the fire. [read more]

Jameis Says He Missed Out On A Veteran Voice

September 14th, 2017

Jameis believes he lacked guidance

Very interesting peek into the mind of America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, late this morning at One Buc Palace. [read more]

Ira Talks Tuesday Locker Room & Hallway Chats, Expected Opening Standouts, Dante’s Flashlight, Bears Matchup & Much More

September 14th, 2017

Week 1 is here and Ira Kaufman is in midseason form. Tampa Bay’s only Pro Football Hall of Fame voter, as always, talks all things Bucs with Joe on the popular Ira Kaufman Podcast. Listen right here, or at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. The Ira Kaufman Podcast keeps you informed and entertained every Tuesday & Thursday — all year long. Dial in now by clicking or downloading above. It’s free and easy. Enjoy!

The Case For Ronde Barber

September 14th, 2017

Campaign has begun.

It was one of Joe’s all-time favorite radio rants. [read more]

“It’s Hard Not To Feel Great”

September 14th, 2017

X-factor is ready

Arguably the Buccaneers’ greatest question mark was smiling and spreading good cheer yesterday in the locker room. [read more]

Limited Help For T.J. Ward

September 14th, 2017

Bye week helped some.

When the Bucs were thrown a curveball by the NFL and learned their bye week would be opening week instead of Nov. 19, a lot of Bucs fans thought this could be good for safety T.J. Ward. [read more]

Hurricane-Cooled Ticket Sales

September 14th, 2017

Fresh data and a generous offer from Team Glazer

It’s pretty stunning how the effects of Hurricane Irma have kicked the excitement for Sunday’s Bucs-Bears game in the gut. [read more]

The New Closer?

September 14th, 2017

Target: Mike Glennon.

Step aside, Bruce Sutter. Make room, Mariano Rivera. It seems the Bucs may have a closer to join your ranks. [read more]