Talking Training Camp Standouts, Baker Mayfield Latest, TJ Rives And More; Special Guest Interview With Retired Bucs Left Tackle Donovan Smith

August 3rd, 2026

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If You’re Getting Firsts, You’re Not Going To Finish Last

August 3rd, 2026

Todd offers his research of first down production from 2025 and how it validates the associated scoring component. The Todd Wright Fantasy Football Podcast is presented by Hooters!

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Donovan Smith Joins Buccaneers’ In-House Media For 2026

August 3rd, 2026

Listeners to the Ira Kaufman Podcast will get a new episode before 6 p.m. today. There, listeners will hear Joe’s private chat with Bucs Super Bowl left tackle Donovan Smith. [read more]

Todd Bowles Said Josiah Trotter Got Noticed In Pads

August 3rd, 2026

The first day for hitting at One Buc Palace for 2,500 or so fans today was also about not hitting too hard. [read more]

Bucs Training Camp 2026 Day 5 Practice Notes

August 3rd, 2026

Devin Culp splashes through a route and has a pass squirt through his hands as the Bucs practiced in a monsoon before moving indoors. Yes, that photo is in focus; it was just raining that hard.

Eventful day at One Buc Palace for training camp. The Bucs put the pads on. [read more]

Adam Schefter: “Uncomfortable Situation” At Bucs Headquarters

August 3rd, 2026

“Schefty, stop talking about me.”

Tough talk from NFL super insider Adam Schefter on ESPN’s Get Up! show this morning. [read more]

Bucs Hunting For A New Radio Sideline Reporter

August 3rd, 2026

“Gene, tell them I’m perfect for this gig.”

Longtime Buccaneers Radio Network sideline guy TJ Rives stepped down from his position, Joe was told.

The Bucs began advertising for his replacement over the weekend. [read more]

Jacob Parrish Has “Soreness,” Gets Rain Work With Benjamin Morrison

August 3rd, 2026

A somewhat odd happening today at One Buc Palace. [read more]

Todd Bowles Makes Tough But Easy Call To Move Practice Indoors

August 3rd, 2026

Including today, the Bucs have practiced indoors for the past two sessions, and their next practice has long been scheduled for indoors tomorrow night.

For those wondering, Tampa Bay plays home games outdoors — and will on opening day in Cincinnati. [read more]

Tez Johnson Talks Improvement And Speed

August 3rd, 2026

“Hey ‘Tuck,’ you hear that ish Hurst is spreading?”

Maybe the biggest surprise in Bucs training camp has been how big of a step Tez Johnson has made from his rookie season to his second season. [read more]

Gerald McCoy Is Fed Up With Todd Bowles Hate

August 3rd, 2026

Irked by Todd Bowles haters.

Gerald McCoy has seen and heard enough. And he wagged his finger at many Bucs fans yesterday, saying they should look at the big picture. [read more]

Greg Cosell: Bucs Could Have A Strong Defensive Line

August 3rd, 2026

Nightmare pairing with Rueben Bain.

There are few people that break down film Joe respects more than NFL Films analyst Greg Cosell. And if one thing happens, he is very, very bullish on the Bucs’ defensive line. [read more]

Todd Bowles Doesn’t Believe David Walker Is A One-Trick Pony

August 3rd, 2026

High on David Walker.

Bucs fans are noticeably excited about edge rusher David Walker getting back on the field and in pads. [read more]

Emeka Egbuka Wants To Be More Of A Running Back

August 2nd, 2026

Emeka Egbuka is a wide receiver with elite standards. [read more]

Will David Walker Live Up To The Hype?

August 2nd, 2026

Rookie edge rusher David Walker.

For goodness ‘ sake, Joe has to hope Bucs AC/DC-loving general manager Jason Licht knocks this one out of the park. [read more]

Bucs Training Camp 2026 Day 4 Practice Notes

August 2nd, 2026

Lightning moved practice this morning inside the Glazer Shed. Tuesday night practice will be inside as well, marking a rare two practice sessions indoors out of three — after tomorrow on grass.

Joe knows some fans go to just about every practice. How they have those tickets, Joe is unsure. But props to them for their dedication and love of the Bucs. [read more]

Todd Bowles: “Change Is Necessary When You’re Not Doing Well”

August 2nd, 2026

Intriguing insight from Todd Bowles. [read more]

Nope, Tight Ends Are Still Not Mandatory. However…

August 2nd, 2026

Todd discusses how last year’s increased number of productive tight ends has led to a modest change in how he sets up The Foundation for 2026. The Todd Wright Fantasy Football Podcast is presented by Hooters!

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Todd Bowles: Benjamin Morrison Might Join Team Work This week

August 2nd, 2026

Benjamin Morrison.

The slow start of the 2026 season continues for second-year cornerback Benjamin Morrison. [read more]