Locked On Bucs – Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers lose another heartbreaker to the Atlanta Falcons 31-26. knocking them to 4-4 on the season and 0-2 against the Falcons Baker Mayfield's poor decision making has made things more difficult for the Bucs the last few weeks while the defense keeps getting dominated Todd Bowles' seat might be getting a little warm as his defense is one of the worst in the league

Tampa Bay Buccaneers three headed running attack will be on the filed Sunday as Bucky Irving is good to go. Liam Coen has to use him, Rachaad White, and Sean Tucker in every way possible against the Falcons defense Last time these teams played, the Bucs could not pressure Kirk Cousins. If they don't change that this week, the result will be the same Rachaad White has a chance at his best game of the season while Baker Mayfield plays mistake free football headline our predictions this week

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running backs are the key to beating the Atlanta Falcons. Without Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, Liam Coen has to lean on his three-headed monster to control the game Kirk Cousins picked the Bucs' defense apart in their first meeting and this time around Todd Bowles can't leave the middle of the field open Cousins starts to flounder when pressured, so the pass rush has to get home this time - something that didn't happen in their first meeting

In this episode of NFC Squad, the crew discusses their team’s Week 7 outcomes, the injury situation with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Todd Bowles decision to keep starters in the game, hip drop tackles and which NFC player should be in the NFL’s MVP conversation.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers receiver Chris Godwin is out for the season while Mike Evans is out until at least the bye week, so where do the Bucs go for answers to keep the offense afloat? The secondary is a mess in Tampa and they're getting ready to face Kirk Cousins again. How do they not repeat the mistakes of their loss to the Falcons three weeks ago? The Bucs lean hard on their running backs as we dive into some predictions for this Sunday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost to the Baltimore Ravens 41-31, but that's not the story. During the game, the Bucs lost both Mike Evans and Chris Godwin with Godwin being carted off in an air cast with less than a minute to play and he is likely out for the year Todd Bowles has some explaining to do after Godwin goes down

Tampa Bay Buccaneers stars Vita Vea and Mike Evans are good to go on Monday night Liam Coen and Baker Mayfield need to draw up some designed deep shots early on against the Baltimore Ravens while the defense keeps their eyes on Lamar Jackson Ravens tight ends Mark Andrews and Isaiah Likely go off while Baker Mayfield stays hot are among this week's predictions

Tampa Bay Buccaneers star receiver Mike Evans has missed practice all week with a hamstring injury and his status for this week's game against the Baltimore Ravens is up in the air Listener Mailbag brings up great questions about how the Bucs can stop the Ravens' tight end duo of Mark Andrews and Isaiah Likely We also talk about which teams remaining on the Bucs' schedule can challenge Tampa Bay and what going 4-0 over this next stretch can do for the team

In this episode of NFC Squad, the crew reacts to the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints blowout losses in Week 6, discuss Jerry Jones latest power trip, and analyze the state of the NFC going into Week 7, including the Vikings Lions matchup.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a tough test with the Ravens' offense who have the NFL's leading rusher and a two time MVP coming to Raymond James Did the Bucs get their run game figured out? And which version of the Bucs' defense shows up against Baltimore? Stopping the run and exposing a bad Ravens secondary are the easiest path to victory for Tampa

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is having one of the best seasons so far at the quarterback position - so should he be in the MVP conversation or is there still more to prove? The Bucs defense shut out the Saints in the second half on Sunday, but is the defense more like what we saw in that half or against the Falcons? The Bucs' upcoming four game stretch will say a lot about who they are and their standing in the NFL - but a loss to Baltimore wouldn't be the worst thing in the world

Tampa Bay Buccaneers are among the best in the NFL when it comes to offense, but are they among the best in the NFL when it comes to championship contenders? Stash it and trash it talks about the newly minted "Tucker Time" and what exactly we can all do with the second quarter of last week's game What is the identity of the 2024 Buccaneers? Unlike years past, this team relies on the offense

Tampa Bay Buccaneers had a real rough second quarter, but did more than enough in the other three quarters to win 51-27, marking the second most points scored in a game in Bucs history Sean Tucker and Tykee Smith shine with breakout games while Chris Godwin continues to give the Saints' defense fits Game balls handed out to the game's best performers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers will see the return of Calijah Kancey and Luke Goedeke with Antoine Winfield Jr being a game time decision. However, Graham Barton and Christian Izien are out while Rachaad White is doubtful Getting the ball to Cade Otton and attacking Spencer Rattler are the biggest keys in this week's game against the New Orleans Saints Bucky Irving and Zyon McCollum both set up for big games this week

In the debut of Locked On NFC Squad, which NFC teams had standout performances in Week 5 and what challenges do they face in Week 6? Which NFC teams are on upset alert and which NFC team in the bottom of their division has the best chance to make the playoffs?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers key defensive players Calijah Kancey and Antoine Winfield Jr returned to practice on Wednesday as the Bucs prepare to face rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler who was officially named the starter by the Saints Baker Mayfield continues to play at a high level and the Saints' defense will try to avoid the mistakes they made Monday night Keys to victory for the Bucs this week include getting back to having the offense run through Chris Godwin while preventing the middle of the field from being easy pickings for Rattler

Tampa Bay Buccaneers take on the New Orleans Saints this Sunday and may be facing rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler due to Derek Carr's injury Logan Hall has been a pleasant surprise this season and his trajectory is going up. This can be huge for the Bucs, especially once Kancey returns Devin White was released by the Philadelphia Eagles and no - the Bucs should not bring him back

Tampa Bay Buccaneers snatched defeat from the jaw of victory with a terrible defensive performance in a hostile environment Baker Mayfield once again looked great while the defense got shredded by Kirk Cousins who had a career day Which three players are being put on notice?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers had their pass rush flying on Sunday - and if they want to beat the Atlanta Falcons they have to do to Kirk Cousins what they did to Jalen Hurts The Falcons might be on the verge of hitting their stride as, historically, Cousins really gets in a groove when October rolls around Baker Mayfield is looking to stay hot and in order to get the offense going they have to go back to old reliable - get Chris Godwin the ball early, often, and all day long

Tampa Bay Buccaneers did a lot of impressive things against the Eagles - but what jumped out the most? The game in Atlanta on Thursday night is going to be a battle and can set the tone for NFC South superiority. How do the Bucs replicate their performance from Sunday against Kirk Cousins and the Falcons? Rachaad White has another opportunity to be a huge impact for the offense against this Falcons defense

Tampa Bay Buccaneers dominated the Philadelphia Eagles from the jump thanks to the performances of Baker Mayfield and Lavonte Daivd, who set the tone for each side of the ball The Bucs rushing attack looked much better this week - and it's something they will need to build on moving forward Mike Evans continues to build his Hall Of Fame resume by joining two other first-ballot Hall Of Famers - Jerry Rice and Emmitt Smith - as the all-time leading scorer for a franchise that isn't a kicker

Tampa Bay Buccaneers seem to be getting some key players back this week as Luke Goedeke and Vita Vea have practiced all week. Meanwhile, Bucky Irving missed practice on Thursday but says he'll be ready to go against the Eagles Keys to the game on each side of the ball - Bucs need to go back to funneling through Chris Godwin while the defense has to eliminate Saquon Barkley from the conversation and force the backup wide receivers to make plays Predictions for the Bucs and Eagles in their week four matchup

Tampa Bay Buccaneers welcome the Philadelphia Eagles this week who might be without their top two receivers as A.J. Brown and Devonta Smith are both injured - but the Eagles' defense is poised to keep things close If the Bucs are going to win, they have to establish the run with Bucky Irving while shutting down the Eagels' top remaining weapon - Saquon Barkley What are the three thing the Eagles and Bucs have to do in order to get a win in week four?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving has earned more reps according to head coach Todd Bowles - and the numbers back that up. On nearly half the snaps as Rachaad White, Irving has nearly double the production through three weeks and he should get the majority of the carries on Sunday against the Eagles Stash it and trash it highlights how insanely good Zyon McCollum has been for the Bucs this season and if A.J. Brown ends up playing, McCollum should be the one who shadows him all over the field Luke Goedeke appears to be on the road to returning, meanwhile the Bucs bring back Zach Triner while swapping out practice squad punters - which is bad news for Jake Camarda

Tampa Bay Buccaneers got boat raced at home by the Denver Broncos, losing 26-7. Now, there's a lot of questions to be answered Rachaad White struggled again in the running game while Yaya Diaby's hype train has crashed This loss for the Bucs destroyed everything that last week accomplished and showed they aren't true contenders yet

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive lineman Vita Vea practiced on Friday in a limited capacity and appears to be a game time decision for the Bucs against the Denver Broncos The Bucs' running game with Rachaad White and Bucky Irving has to get going this week against one of the league's worst run defenses - but at the very least they need to be involved in the passing game ar more than they have to this point Jordan Whitehead is poised for another big game against Denver - and is looking to make up for last week's dropped interception

Tampa Bay Buccaneers welcome a familiar foe in the form of Denver Broncos' head coach Sean Payton on Sunday as they look to go 3-0 and avoid giving the Broncos their first win of the season. If the Bucs are going to win, they have to be able to run the football against a team that's allowed almost 300 rushing yards through the first two weeks What are the three keys to a Bucs win on Sunday?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers are out to prove they are legitimate contenders after their big win in Detroit while being short handed - but is it too early to put them in that upper tier of teams? Sean Payton and the Broncos are coming to town. How do the Bucs not fall into the trap of looking ahead to the Eagles and Falcons while looking behind at their accomplishment against the Lions? With the Broncos being without their starting right tackle, it's time for Yaya Diaby to step up and get the quarterback

Tampa Bay Buccaneers pull off the huge upset over the Detroit Lions on the road, 20-16, moving them to 2-0 on the season The Bucs' depleted defense was the story of the day, stepping up and holding he Lions to just 16 points while winning the red zone battle Baker Mayfield's late heroics and Zyon McCollum's coming out party lead the way for the Bucs

Tampa Bay Buccaneers injury issues continue to pile up as Calijah Kancey, Luke Goedeke, Josh Hayes, and Antoine Winfield Jr will all miss Sunday's game. Meanwhile, the Lions face some injury concerns of their own. Chris Godwin's involvement this week could be the difference between 2-0 or 1-1. Defensively, the pass rush has to finish plays against Jared Goff Predictions for the week two matchup between the Buccaneers and the Detroit Lions

Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Detroit Lions are set to meet for the third time in less than a calendar year and the second straight time at Ford Field. Baker Mayfield may be the FedEx Air Player of the Week, but the defense for the Bucs is in rough shape against one of the best offenses in the league While Carlton Davis is busy with Mike Evans, Chris Godwin and Liam Coen can look at what Cooper Kupp did against the Lions and try to replicate it on Sunday What are the three keys to a Bucs victory on Sunday?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield Jr was injured late in Sunday's win against the Commanders and will now miss the next few weeks according to multiple reports - so what do the Bucs do now? Stash it and trash it is back as we talk about Baker Mayfield's best course of action as well as some already unnecessary narratives Jim Harbaugh talked about when NFL teams make the biggest jump and Bucs' head coach Todd Bowles disagrees - and that's a good thing

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield had a massive start to the NFL season, going off for nearly 300 yards and our touchdowns as the Bucs debut Liam Coen's offense in a win against the Washington Commanders Mike Evans and Chris Godwin led the way for the offense while the defense saw three different corners go down with injury during the game Baker Mayfield and Joe Tryon-Shoyinka headline the players of the game for the Bucs

Tampa Bay Buccaneers already have injury problems ahead of week one as they will be without two of their defensive linemen - Logan Hall and Earnest Brown. Who, if anyone, will get the call to play Sunday? If the Bucs want to beat the Commanders, they have to air it out on offense while turning Brian Robinson Jr and Austin Ekeler into non-factors on defense Mike Evans has a good history against Washington and Bucs fans should expect that to continue this week

Tampa Bay Buccaneers host the Washington Commanders Sunday to kick off the NFL season and while Washington is debuting their rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels and new coach Dan Quinn, the Bucs have some debuts of their own Liam Coen's offense with Baker Mayfield can take advantage against a weak secondary with Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, and Jalen McMillan while the defense has to figure out just how to deploy their edge rushers To beat the Commanders, the Bucs have to contain Daniels, attack the secondary, and keep Baker from being sacked by a solid defensive front - a tall task for rookie Graham Barton

Tampa Bay Buccaneers face a few disadvantages against the Commanders, but where are they most vulnerable in week one? Containing Jayden Daniels is going to be a challenge, but Todd Bowles is the right guy to figure it out this week Chris Godwin is poised to start the season off right as he looks to rack up the targets in a favorable matchup

Tampa Bay Buccaneers have some deep position groups on their roster - none more so than the receiving group on offense and the safeties on defense However, the Bucs could face some problems if injuries hit the running backs and defensive line as those are the most top heavy positions on the roster The Bucs are loaded with talent, but which players rise above the rest and why Rachaad White and Yaya Diaby have to take a big step forward in their roles this season

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' former edge rusher Shaquil Barrett was on 'Up And Adams' and told Kay Adams that the Bucs are the only team he would come out of retirement for Jason Licht talked about a 'gleam' in Baker Mayfield's eye. The crew on Good Morning Football discuss it and voice their concerns for Baker this season A fun annual series breaking down why every team in the NFL will be terrible this season pokes fun at the Bucs for 2024

Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht said to the media this week that it's great that the Falcons are being picked to win the division and that people should be picking them Licht has seen this team transform from one of the oldest to one of the youngest in the league, thanks to he and his scouts doing an excellent job in the NFL Draft The practice squad is set and while there are expected names like Sterling Shepard and Cody Thompson, the Bucs also added a new rookie quarterback in Michael Pratt

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were the 2023 winners of the NFC South, will the Atlanta Falcons, New Orleans Saints, or Carolina Panthers get in their way of a repeat? The 2024 NFC South preview covers predictions, win total over/unders, potential MVP candidates, top to bottom division rankings, and everything you need to know about the NFC South heading into the 2024 NFL season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers initial 53-man roster is locked in - but what were the biggest surprises? Keeping things thin at running back and wide receiver left players like Cody Thompson and Sterling Shepard on the outside looking in Todd Bowles kept eleven defensive backs on the roster, saying he likes the versatility those guys bring both defensively and on special teams for the Bucs Who didn't make the roster that will still have an impact on the team later in the season? Players like Shepard, Thompson, C.J. Brewer, and Keenan Isaac are among those that could make the jump

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White looked fantastic running behind the revamped interior of the offensive line while Jalen McMillan show why he's going to be such a big part of the offense Todd Bowles is not happy with punter Jake Camarda - and the Bucs may look for a new option Many roster cuts were made over the weekend, but which ones were a surprise and which positions are still the toughest competitions?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan appears to have won the wide receiver three job. Meanwhile, Albert Breer points to Yaya Diaby as a double-digit sack guy The starters are in vs Miami, so what are the biggest things to keep an eye on in the final preseason game? With many Bucs players likely to miss the game with injury, who stands to gain the most from their opportunity?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers position battle for starting left guard is over as Ben Bredeson is named the starter, solidifying the entire starting offensive line for the Bucs this season Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, and Chris Godwin had good days against the Dolphins in joint practice, but they weren't the only ones Zyon McCollum continues to answer the call and show why he deserved to be a starter. Meanwhile, Cody Thompson is making it very difficult to not put him on the 53-man roster

Tampa Bay Buccaneers take on the Miami Dolphins this week, so which players need to have a standout performance to give themselves a chance to make the team? What is Evan watching for as the starters take the field against the Dolphins on Friday? Who's in and who's out? Evan breaks down the bubble players he believes make the initial 53-man roster

Tampa Bay Buccaneers are moving on from edge rusher Randy Gregory after he still had not reported to training camp and missed the first two preseason games Bucky Irving, Sean Tucker, and Graham Barton were some of the bright spots for the Bucs in their loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars Among some of the issues from Saturday's game was the Bucs' new found problems with the kicking game as Jake Camarda and Chase McLaughlin continue to struggle

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield as well as most of the other starters will not be playing against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Saturday. Is this a good idea or will it have lasting effects into September? Keeping a close eye on the interior offensive line as well as the edge rush this Saturday to see if things look even better than they did against the Bengals Chris Braswell and Markees Watts headline the players we're keeping an eye on this weekend as the Bucs look to build on the joint practices with the Jags

Tampa Bay Buccaneers have plenty of good fantasy options, but who should you target and who should you pass on? Baker Mayfield finished in the top ten of fantasy quarterbacks last year but you shouldn't draft him this year Rachaad White's consistency makes him a must draft player - and that production should improve this year behind a better offensive line Mike Evans was a league winning receiver last year - but you shouldn't draft him this year at his current cost. Instead, target Chris Godwin for his bargain basement price

Tampa Bay Buccaneers need to take advantage of the botched situation by the New York Jets and try to trade for Haason Reddick to upgrade the pass rush Bucs and Jags are having joint practices in Jacksonville this week which comes with its own set of pros and cons The Bucs need to have their starters on the field this Saturday in the preseason game - or the effects could carry over to the regular season

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running backs Bucky Irving and Sean Tucker led the way for the Bucs, both rushing for over 4.5 yards per carry and with Irving getting the first half touchdown Bucs edge rushers weren't impressive, but they weren't discouraging either. Here's what I saw from them and why they're going to be more effective than you may think A few Bucs didn't help themselves against the Bengals, having some bad performances. Also, we drop a rookie report on the 2024 Bucs Draft Class' first action in the NFL

Tampa Bay Buccaneers training camp is two weeks in, so how does this team look compared to other recent teams in the past at this stage Against the Cincinnati Bengals, the Bucs will see some of their young talent get tested against another team and while the Bengals are playing some of their starters, the Bucs look to ramp up a few position battles. Who stands to gain - or lose - the most based on Saturday's game?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' offensive coordinator Liam Coen is set to debut his offense is among the top things to watch for this weekend vs the Cincinnati Bengals. With the starters sitting out, all eyes are on rookies like Jalen McMillan, Tykee Smith, and Graham Barton Devin White was on The Pivot and pointed fingers at the Bucs for his departure from the team, showing a major lack of self-awareness

Tampa Bay Buccaneers released their initial depth chart and it seems to favor the veterans rather than the rookies, forcing them to earn their spot rather than anoint them immediately With a game this weekend against the Cincinnati Bengals, what is Evan keeping a close eye on during the game? Which players are going to be important ones to watch? Running backs Bucky Irving and Sean Tucker headline the list

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White talked about the upgrades along the offensive line and the impact rookie Bucky Irving and Chase Edmonds can have this year A lot of talk about the Bucs' playmakers on offense, but is Cade Otton the forgotten man? Breaking down what his role will be this season Tykee Smith is the front-runner in a fierce competition for the starting nickel cornerback job

Tampa Bay Buccaneers edge rusher YaYa Diaby suffered a high ankle sprain on Thursday. We have an update on his status and talk about who can step up in his absence Last year, the Bucs' MVP was Antoine Winfield Jr. Who has the opportunity to be the MVP for the team this season? While Lavonte David is continuously the most underrated player in the NFL, who is the most overrated?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle Tristan Wirfs is now the highest paid lineman in NFL history and the highest paid player in Buccaneers history after signing a five year, $140.63 million dollar deal on Thursday Bucs edge rusher YaYa Diaby was carted off the field during practice Thursday and the Bucs dodge a bullet after tests show the injury isn't serious Who are Evan Closky's top three training camp performers so far?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers training camp is about a week in and there have been some impressive players. While rookies Jalen McMillan and Bucky Irving are carving out their roles, Kalen DeLoach and Rashad Wisdom are fighting for a roster spot Tykee Smith is an impressive athlete, but his most impressive trait may be his brain Graham Barton is having to deal with a 'Welcome To The NFL' moment every single day when taking on Vita Vea

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tackle Tristan Wirfs is still in the midst of contract negotiations and there were some conflicting reports regarding the status of those talks with one insider saying the two sides are "miles apart" while other Bucs media members say it's much closer than that Rookie running back Bucky Irving is excited about what the run game can be while talking about the help he's receiving from Rachaad White Madden 25 released their wide receiver and safety ratings, with Mike Evans landing in the top ten while Antoine Winfield Jr inexplicably gets beat out for the top spot

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie wide receiver Jalen McMillan is turning heads early on at camp and he may be in the driver's seat for the wide receiver three position Zyon McCollum's work ethic is incredible. With his sights set on six interceptions this season, his wife has helped him all off-season to achieve that Calijah Kancey says there's no ceiling for what he and Vita Vea can accomplish together

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles is done talking about Randy Gregory. Could this be a sign he's on his way out? Tristan Wirfs is not sitting out at Bucs training camp. Mike Evans excited to keep team success going while chasing history. Antoine Winfield Jr talks Tykee Smith and Jordan Whitehead Nick Wright has a bogus cop out to throw shade at the Bucs

Tampa Bay Buccaneers training camp has begun as the rookies and veterans have reported. So what are the top three storylines for the Bucs during camp? Edge rush depth went from thin to thinner as Randy Gregory still hasn't shown up and was placed on the Did Not Report list Liam Coen is going to throw a lot at these players and has some interesting battles to oversee How is this versatile Bucs secondary going to be utilized when they have six players that should be on the field at any given time?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers star left tackle Tristan Wirfs still has not gotten his contract extension. Is it time for Bucs fans to start worrying about when it will get done? Todd Bowles called new starting corner Zyon McCollum an "unbelievable football player" and there's a lot of pressure on him to live up to that Graham Barton was the Bucs' first pick in the 2024 NFL Draft but Liam Coen said he is in a battle with Robert Hainsey for the starting job

Tampa Bay Buccaneers training camp kicks off soon, so we're giving our pre-camp 53-man roster prediction. With 26 players on offense and 24 on defense, who made the cut and who got left out? Could Randy Gregory find himself off the roster following the drama of mini-camp? Where do Jose Ramirez and Markees Watts wind up? And which rookies are in danger of missing out or winding up on the practice squad? Bucs former star Shaquil Barrett announced his retirement on Saturday. Where does he rank among the Bucs' greatest free agent signings of all time?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin becomes a free agent after the season, so one listener wants to know if they Bucs should trade him to the San Francisco 49ers for Brandon Aiyuk Todd Bowles named K.J. Britt the starting linebacker, but said SirVocea Dennis will see plenty of snaps. With that battle already decided, what are the other key position battles left? Bleacher Report named their top bust candidate for every NFL team and Bucs' left guard Ben Bredeson was the pick. How impactful will that job be?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers receiver Mike Evans was among the ten best wide receivers in the NFL according to a poll of executives, coaches, and scouts while Chris Godwin was overlooked. Lavonte David doesn't make the top ten linebackers, which is nothing new The Bucs announce the return of the creamsicles in a throwback game against the Atlanta Falcons while also announcing their first ever "Red Out" against the Las Vegas Raiders Baker Mayfield is having fun again and compares his road to Tampa as being thrown around like "some dirty laundry"

Tampa Bay Buccaneers stars Antoine Winfield Jr and Tristan Wirfs were both listed in ESPN's top ten lists where they surveyed NFL executives, coaches, and scouts to compile the top ten at each position group. While Vita Vea and Baker Mayfield got some attention, Rachaad White was glaringly missing Baker Mayfield has been overlooked and criticized plenty, so what does he have to do to change the narrative around him? What position are the Bucs historically the worst at drafting?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield was named one of the top five quarterbacks in the NFL by star receiver Tyreek Hill - but is he really? Rachaad White joined the Rich Eisen Show to talk about his personal and team goals for the Bucs this season Longtime Buccaneers defensive coordinator and NFL legend Monte Kiffin passed away at the age of 84

Tampa Bay Buccaneers face a tougher road through the NFC South than many give them credit for - but how do they stack up against each divisional opponent? Carolina Panthers expect better play out of their young quarterback with Dave Canales in the mix. New Orleans Saints still pose some matchup problems for the Bucs, especially with as solid as their defense is Atlanta Falcons have a new coach, a new quarterback, and a lot of talent that matches up well when stacked against the Bucs

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' history of defensive prowess is on display as we round out the top five with four of the five players coming from the defensive side of the ball An active player makes the list, but is it too soon for him to rank this high? You might be surprised how special he truly is

Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans know there's been a lot of bad over the years, but we're looking at the greatest players in franchise history counting down from number ten to number six. Is Mike Alstott ranked too low? Can Tom Brady really be a top ten Bucs player of all time after just three years? And which Hall Of Fame player misses the cut for the top five?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers second year lineman Calijah Kancey has been tabbed the Bucs' 2024 Player To Watch as he enters his second season Kancey oined Jim Rome to talk about the jump from year one to year two and discuss what it's like playing with Baker Mayfield Speaking of Baker, one analyst marks Baker's contract as the Bucs' "biggest gamble" of the 2024 off-season

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Ring Of Honor has been a hot topic lately and a mailbag question rolls in asking if Tom Brady is the obvious choice for the next player to be inducted or if there are others that should go in first. Going through the last 40 years of Bucs football, I give you three other names that could be - and should be - considered first

Tampa Bay Buccaneers roster was ranked in the bottom third of the league according to ESPN Can the defense improve on its points per game allowed from last season? Which Buccaneers should you take in your fantasy drafts? The top choice isn't Mike Evans

Tampa Bay Buccaneers have key players like Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, and Antoine Winfield Jr., but who are the most important players for the Bucs this season if they are going to improve on 2023? Can YaYa Diaby anchor the edge rush the way Shaq Barrett did for so long? And is Zyon McCollum ready to show that he's "that guy" that the Bucs believe he is?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers haven't gotten much love from the national media until Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk put them in the top ten of his pre-training camp power rankings Xavien Howard is still a free agent and one AFC Scouting Director thinks the Bucs are the perfect landing spot The Buccaneers announce which training camp dates are open to the fans

Tampa Bay Buccaneers have seen success - but there are two players on each side of the ball that have to elevate their game to get the Bucs to the next level. Third year cornerback Zyon McCollum has to continue to grow while K.J. Britt has improvements that either get made or he goes to the bench Jalen McMillan has a lot of pressure on him as a rookie to elevate the passing game Rachaad White has the opportunity to join some of the top backs in the league with minor tweaks in his game

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield knows what needs to be done and has hurdles he's trying to get over in order to build off of last season as he enters year two with the Bucs Can the Bucs increase their points per game for a second straight season with another new offensive coordinator? Ben Bredeson has apparently taken the lead over Sua Opeta in the battle for the starting left guard job. Here's why that's crucial ahead of training camp

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield made it into the Locked On Network top 20 quarterbacks, but is he too low? Rookie running back Bucky Irving has been doing everything he can to improve his craft as he looks to become the Bucs' number two running back Lavonte David talks about his decision to return. Just how close to retirement was he? And what makes him happy about Jordan Whitehead's return?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers are one of the teams being slept on by analysts and media according to CBS Sports' Pete Prisco, who was in Tampa for mini-camp Tristan Wirfs is among the best tackles in the league - but so is Luke Goedeke as the Bucs have one of the best tackle tandems in the NFL Graham Barton signed his rookie deal, meaning the Bucs have signed their entire draft class. He spoke with the media about adjusting to the NFL

Tampa Bay Buccaneers new edge rusher Randy Gregory had an unexcused absence for the first day of mandatory mini-camp and Todd Bowles said the team will "handle it" Sterling Shepard joins the team after signing last week, and the offense is going to be a difficult one to learn Mina Kimes of ESPN listed Todd Bowles as one of her five "hot seat" candidates this season. Is Bowles really on the hot seat or is it a matter of circumstance?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers new wide receiver Sterling Shepard feels rejuvenated after landing in Tampa, thanks in part to his friend Baker Mayfield Which Bucs rookie not named Graham Barton will have the biggest impact this season? Could the Bucs replicate what the Kansas City Chiefs are doing with the new kickoff rules? An interesting hypothetical pits Devin White up against Antoine Winfield Jr

Tampa Bay Buccaneers aren't the darling of the NFL or sports media, but where do they rank in this way too early power rankings? The Bucs signed former New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard, reuniting him with Oklahoma Sooners teammate Baker Mayfield Deven Thompkins had some allegations thrown his way on Wednesday. How did that play into his release from the team?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers are apparently stuck in purgatory thanks to Baker Mayfield, or at least that's what one CBS Sports writer claims. I'll tell you why that's misguided and wrong Baker Mayfield had the chance to speak with the media about his focus thus far being on improving his footwork heading into the 2024 NFL season Mayfield also talked about rookies Graham Barton, Jalen McMillan, and Bucky Irving

Tampa Bay Buccaneers waived wide receiver Deven Thompkins, creating another position battle as they look to replace their kick return specialist Baker Mayfield and Liam Coen are more than impressed with rookie Graham Barton according to Sarah Walsh of NFL Network Is Baker Mayfield ever going to win a super bowl? That's what comes up in today's mailbag

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin is in a contract year and might become a free agent in 2025. What is the latest on his contract situation and will he be getting an extension before the year starts? The linebacker battle between K.J. Britt and SirVocea Dennis will be tightly contested. Todd Bowles had plenty to say about both players following practice The Bucs signed rookie receiver Jalen McMillan, making him the fifth member of the draft class to sign

Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean is the number one corner now and knows he needs to get better compared to last year - so what is he doing to take that step? I go through some of Tykee Smith's games from last year with the Georgia Bulldogs and tell you what I liked and what I didn't from his play Finally, what does Tykee Smith bring to the Bucs next season? And can he win the starting slot corner job?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 2024 roster is certainly loaded with talent - but where do they stack up against some of the greatest rosters in franchise history? Chris Godwin was asked about rookie wide receiver Jalen McMillan and had some glowing comments. Where is McMillan going to fit in and how likely is it he wins the wide receiver three job?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers projections for the 2024 season courtesy of ESPN fantasy football analyst Mike Clay breaks down the offense and defense with a fantasy spin. As good as many of the projections are, they didn't translate to wins in Clay's breakdown Liam Coen vs Dave Canales: Comparing belief in the two offensive coordinators from this time last year to now

Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht said on the Loose Cannons Podcast that he made a mistake letting Jordan Whitehead leave and regretted it immediately Insider mailbag asks what the Bucs need to do to get the national attention they have earned and deserve The Bucs signed former Rams defensive lineman Earnest Brown, but his impact will likely be minimal

Tampa Bay Buccaneers star left tackle Tristan Wirfs was not at the first day of OTA's and is not expected to attend as he awaits a new contract. Will the speed up the timeline for a deal to get done? Evan Closky was at day one and gives some of his biggest takeaways including the position battles and Graham Barton not with the starters Finally, what are some things to watch for in OTAs that will spill over into mandatory mini-camp and training camp?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield Jr officially signed his deal and spoke with the media about his motivation as well as about the contract and the video that went viral thanks to his fiance Why did Winfield get that much money? I break down all the hats he wears and responsibilities he takes on Mike Evans gets some love from Pro Football Focus, but it's not much and it certainly seems more like disrespect than praise

Tampa Bay Buccaneers face an absolute gauntlet in the beginning of the 2024 season including three primetime games over five weeks. What is the toughest stretch of the season and what do the Bucs need to do to withstand it? Coming out of the bye, the Bucs get their easiest stretch and a big opportunity to gain ground in the playoff hunt A way too early week by week record prediction

Tampa Bay Buccaneers have their schedule and I tell you what jumps out to me - both good and bad - as we break down the tale of two halves Which games are the top three biggest matchups for the Bucs in 2024?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield Jr got his mega-deal, but now we have some details on the structure of how it's laid out When will Tristan Wirfs deal get done and he is about to become the next Bucs player to be the highest paid at his position? Evan gives his bold predictions for the schedule including the Bucs returning to Germany and taking on the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving with Tom Brady in the booth

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' second round pick Chris Braswell put some good things on tape - but there are certainly shortcomings in his game. I go through Alabama's games against Auburn, Michigan, and Georgia from last year to see what Braswell was able to do. What will Braswell's role be with the Bucs and what makes him such a valuable asset? The NFL schedule will be released Wednesday - how many prime time games do I think the Bucs will get and against who? Also, predictions for the creamsicle game, the pewter game, and whether or not Tom Brady returns to Ray Jay this season as a commentator

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield Jr is now the highest paid defensive back in the NFL and got the most guaranteed money of any safety in league history Jason Licht joined Pat MccAfee to talk about the Bucs being overlooked, saying it's like 'witness protection' in Tampa Jalen McMillan has a high standard after playing in Washington

Tampa Bay Buccaneers got an "A" grade in the NFL Draft according to Pro Football Focus' Trevor Sikkema who joins the show to talk about the selections of Graham Barton and Bucky Irving. We discuss the short and long term of Jalen McMillan, the mysterious plan for Chris Braswell, and why Tykee Smith is a Todd Bowles guy. Finally, the Bucs' chances in the NFC South are as good as they've ever been

Tampa Bay Buccaneers first round pick of Graham Barton earns some high praise from NFL executives in an anonymous survey One of the Bucs' undrafted free agents gets some attention as a likely candidate to make the roster Baker Mayfield got some new bulletin board material as the NFL on CBS released its quarterback power rankings where Mayfield came in at number 20