Ira Kaufman Dives Into A Fresh Mike Evans Conversation, Talks Bucs-Bengals And The Meaning Of Weeks 1 Through 5, Baker Mayfield Approach, And More

May 24th, 2026

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The holiday weekend has Ira looking ahead to various Bucs realities and necessities in 2026. Enjoy!

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NFC South Duel Under The Lights Could Be Compelling

May 24th, 2026

Not long ago, hell maybe even last year, Joe was hoping for a bunch of primetime games. Now? Joe hopes to never see a Bucs primetime game that’s not a Super Bowl. [read more]

Rueben Bain Was Viewed As A “Tweener” By Other Teams

May 24th, 2026

Why he fell.

The NFL is a risk-averse league. And Joe gets it. [read more]

Taking Issue With Low Bucs Expectation

May 24th, 2026

Dissed.

It seems one member of the Buccaneers Radio Network is getting tired of the Bucs being downplayed if not mocked. [read more]

Bucs Tackling Fixes Outlined

May 23rd, 2026

Joe had the misfortune of re-watching the Week 17 Bucs-Dolphins game yesterday. [read more]

Lavonte David Expects Thoughts Of A Football Return

May 23rd, 2026

It’s hard to step away from playing the game. [read more]

Bucs At Bengals, 11th-Best Week 1 Game

May 23rd, 2026

Turn Baker Mayfield loose Week 1.

This has the feel of the Bucs-Seahawks game last year. [read more]

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May 23rd, 2026

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BSPN Projects Rueben Bain’s 2026 Sack Total

May 23rd, 2026

Rookie expectations.

Rueben Bain is no YaYa Diaby (yet). [read more]

Say Hello To Tackling

May 23rd, 2026

Tackling will be better.

In the history of football, inside linebackers are supposed to be the ultimate warriors. Anyone who gets near them is supposed to go down. [read more]

Rondé Barber Says Bucs “Abandoned” Prior Draft Formula

May 22nd, 2026

“Rondé, you got a lot to say, bro.”

Joe is sharing this because Rondé Barber’s take clashes with what Buccaneers Ring of Honor general manager Jason Licht has said multiple times.

Why isn’t Barber, a franchise legend who collects checks from the Bucs, towing the company line? [read more]

Teammates Called Out Lavonte David For Loafing

May 22nd, 2026

Joe already wrote about Lavonte David confessing to loafing on the field last season.

But the story runs deeper. [read more]

“We Weren’t Good Enough”

May 22nd, 2026

Still shook by third-and-28.

Earlier this week, Joe found new cornerbacks Rashad Johnson refreshingly honest. [read more]

Ben Solak: Emeka Egbuka Can Be Another Cooper Kupp

May 22nd, 2026

Good times coming for Emeka Egbuka, says popular NFL analyst.

Usually, if you mention Cooper Kupp to a Bucs fan, he/she will immediately fly into a rage, screaming for a new defensive coordinator. [read more]

Marcus West: Defensive Front Must Carry Bucs Defense

May 22nd, 2026

Defensive line coach Marcus West says Bucs need strong play from his unit to succeed.

It all starts up front. [read more]

Bucs Can’t Get Over The Hump

May 22nd, 2026

National prediction.

It will be the same ol’ same ol’ for the Bucs this fall. [read more]

Ira Kaufman Talks Assistant Coaches Vs. Reality, Cheap Seat Blues, Rueben Bain Hype, Graham Barton, And Much More

May 21st, 2026

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The Sage is firing away in this loaded offseason episode.

The wisdom and fun of Ira and Joe is presented by Bill Currie Ford. Click play above or listen at Apple Podcasts or Podbean.com. Many other platforms, too, including iHeartRadio.

A family business since 1960, Bill Currie Ford is one mile north of Raymond James Stadium on Dale Mabry Highway, and Bill Currie Ford GM Sean Sullivan is Ira’s great friend. He’s ready to help you personally — and to give you the Ira Kaufman discount on top of all their amazing deals. E-mail, call or visit Sean at the Bill Currie showroom.

Brock Purdy: Mike Evans “Is Demanding Success”

May 21st, 2026

Everybody’s favorite former Buccaneers receiver has become a favorite with the 49ers, the team for which Mike Evans chose to play this season. [read more]