Archive for the ‘FHR’ Category

Bruce Arians: 2020 With Jameis Would Mean “Really Tough Love”

Friday, March 6th, 2020

Fans and media never really know what goes on behind the scenes. (more…)

Ira Kaufman Talks Glazers’ “Full Court Press,” Arians’ Lost Luster, Draft Ramifications, A John Lennon-Playboy Magazine Story & More

Friday, March 6th, 2020

The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports goes in various directions in today’s episode presented by Bill Currie Ford, Tampa’s first family of Ford, where personal, caring attention is the norm. Just ask GM Sean Sullivan for the Ira/JoeBucsFan discount. He will help you personally!!

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Ira Kaufman Talks “Winston Mania,” Changing Draft Focus, Running Back Charades, Cam Akers & More

Wednesday, March 4th, 2020

Two weeks from free agency and the drama is building fast. Today’s action is presented by Bill Currie Ford, Tampa’s first family of Ford, where personal, caring attention is the norm. Just ask GM Sean Sullivan for the Ira/JoeBucsFan discount. He will help you personally!! Drink Big Storm beer from Big Storm Brewing Co., local producers of the very best beers around. And our love to Pin Chasers, home to the best bowling, food and fun!

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The Bucs & Austin Ekeler

Tuesday, March 3rd, 2020

Imagine the drool coming off the chin of Bucco Bruce Arians as he thinks of signing Chargers restricted free agent running back Austin Ekeler.

The man caught 92 balls for 993 yards and eight touchdowns last season. (more…)

“That’s All Separate Money”

Sunday, March 1st, 2020

Another end zone visit for Chris Godwin

Bucco Bruce Arians appeared to offer a glimpse into on how the Bucs will prioritize their own free agents. (more…)

Ira Kaufman Offers 5 Quarterbacks To Replace Jameis, Talks Brady Pitch, Coach/GM Chatter & Spin, And Much More

Thursday, February 27th, 2020

The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports returns from a one-podcast absence to deliver a special edition of The Ira Kaufman Podcast. The JoeBucsFan crew is at the NFL Scouting Combine and the fun is presented by Bill Currie Ford, Tampa’s first family of Ford, where you truly get personal, caring attention. Just ask GM Sean Sullivan for the Ira/JoeBucsFan discount and his personal attention. Many thanks to Big Storm Brewing Co. local producers of the very best beers around. And our love to Pin Chasers, home to the best bowling, food and fun!

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“I Hate Free Agency”

Thursday, February 27th, 2020

Hater

Does general manager Jason Licht have an attitude problem? (more…)

John Lynch Special Guest; All Things Bucs & Jameis From The NFL Scouting Combine

Tuesday, February 25th, 2020

From Radio Row at the NFL Scouting Combine, it’s a special edition of The Ira Kaufman Podcast. The fun is presented by Bill Currie Ford, Tampa’s first family of Ford, where you truly get personal, caring attention. Just ask GM Sean Sullivan for the Ira/JoeBucsFan discount and his personal attention.  Today’s podcast is loaded with Bucs nuggets, analysis and more, as always. Many thanks to Big Storm Brewing Co. local producers of the very best beers around. And our love to Pin Chasers, home to the best bowling, food and fun!

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Ira Grades The 2019 Tampa Bay Draft Picks, Talks Expert Jameis Detractors, Bucs’ Attention & Politics At The Combine, Delay Of Game Woes, QB Market Forces & More

Friday, February 21st, 2020

The Sage is in rare form today on the Ira Kaufman Podcast, coming out swinging on last year’s draft and moving into many other Bucs topics. All the fun is presented by Bill Currie Ford, Tampa’s first family of Ford, where you truly get personal, caring attention. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is loaded with Bucs nuggets, analysis and laughs, as always. Many thanks to Big Storm Brewing Co. local producers of the very best beers around. And our love to Pin Chasers, home to the best bowling, food and fun!

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The Polarizing Buccaneers

Wednesday, February 19th, 2020

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

When it comes to identifying the most polarizing player in Buc history, Jameis Winston is in good company.

There’s no shortage of controversial candidates for a franchise that has endured more than its share of losing since the club’s inaugural 1976 season. (more…)

Great For Business

Wednesday, February 19th, 2020

Team Glazer huddled before a game in 2019

Let’s play the Team Glazer home game for a few minutes and think about which quarterback situation is better for business. (more…)

A Historic Ira Kaufman Podcast! Free Agency Approach, A Truly Unique Mock Draft, JPP Vs. Jack Conklin, Ira Goes To Court In Pasco County, Quarterback Chatter & More

Tuesday, February 18th, 2020

The NFL Scouting Combine is one week away and The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports is diving into the draft with a special guest. Presented by general manager Sean Sullivan of Bill Currie Ford, the Ira Kaufman Podcast is loaded with laughs and all kinds of Bucs nuggets and analysis, as always. Many thanks to Big Storm Brewing Co. local producers of the very best beers around. And our love to Pin Chasers, home to the best bowling, food and fun!

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Ex-Patriots, Chiefs, Falcons Executive Calls Jameis Winston Delusional

Monday, February 17th, 2020

Delusional: a persistent false psychotic belief regarding the self or persons or objects outside the self that is maintained despite indisputable evidence to the contrary.Merriam-Webster Dictionary

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Ira Kaufman Talks New Uniforms Vs. 10 Wins, Offensive Production, Brady’s 2% Chance, Crazy Season, Dog Training & More

Friday, February 14th, 2020

Episode 2 of this week is here from Tampa Bay’s only Pro Football Hall of Fame voter, the Sage of Tampa Bay Sports. Presented by general manager Sean Sullivan of Bill Currie Ford, the Ira Kaufman is loaded with laughs and all kinds of Bucs chatter, as always. Many thanks to Big Storm Brewing Co. local producers of the very best beers around. And our love to Pin Chasers, home to the best bowling, food and fun!

Click play above or listen at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com, Stitcher, too. Stay informed, thinking and smiling (crying?). Listening to Ira is fun, free and easy!

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Arians & Ownership Have Had The Jameis Talk

Tuesday, February 11th, 2020

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

Jameis Winston’s fate was always going to be in the hands, heart and mind of Bruce Arians, and that dynamic hasn’t changed a bit.

What HAS changed is the fact that discussions between Arians and Buccaneer ownership on this rather sensitive topic have already commenced — if not concluded. Your favorite source for Buc information has learned that the Winston question has indeed been addressed in person by the key parties. (more…)

The Forgotten Quarterback

Tuesday, February 11th, 2020

“Listen to me Derek, it doesn’t mean a g@# damn thing that Jason Licht’s agent is my agent too, alright?”

While so many people spend most of their workday trying to put together the jigsaw that is the NFL quarterback puzzle, it seems most are forgetting one quarterback. (more…)

Warren Moon Talks Jameis Winston

Tuesday, February 4th, 2020

Hall of Fame QB Warren Moon checks in

Bucco Bruce Arians runs an accountability-themed regime at One Buc Palace, though that accountability rarely seems to be directed at the coaching staff and front office. (more…)

It’s Time

Tuesday, February 4th, 2020

Bucs coach Bucco Bruce Arians will turn 68 this season. Previous health issues related to the stress of being an NFL head coach initially drove him to retirement. (more…)

Born To Run

Friday, January 31st, 2020

Dangerous outside the pocket.

Joe has written several times wondering if the best offense for Mr. Entertainment, America’s Quarterback, Pro Bowler Jameis Winston, isn’t a west coast offense. (more…)