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BY IRA KAUFMAN

There’s something happening here, what it is ain’t exactly clear. (more…)

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Week 15 approaches and Ira Kaufman is fired up but reflective at the same time. It’s always a fun tangle with Joe. The twice-weekly Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford, where all 2019 models must go and prices are at record lows! And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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Three in a row! The Ira Kaufman Podcast is all over it in this game-reaction edition recorded at the stadium. The twice-weekly Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford, where all 2019 models must go and prices are at record lows! And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

I don’t know about a “culture change” at One Buc Place, but I sure as heck see a scoreboard change.

On a day they were officially eliminated from the postseason, the Bucs gave every indication to their fans that the times they are a-changin. A defense burdened by giveaways stiffened in the second half and Jameis Winston directed a 542-yard assault against an Indianapolis team desperate for a win.

Winston kept coming and coming, despite throwing a pick-6 and two other interceptions. When the final seconds ticked off, Tampa Bay had closed to within one game of the magical .500 mark, matching the Colts at 6-7.

The Bucs were not supposed to win this game. Who says? NFL history, that’s who.

They were penalized 6 times for 104 times and lost the turnover battle 4-1. That’s a losing formula, especially against a decent opponent fighting for its playoff life.

But Tampa Bay found a way to eke out a close victory at home after dominating Atlanta and Jacksonville on the road. The Bucs trailed virtually the entire game, which began with a pair of Tampa Bay giveaways at midfield.

Here’s how the Bucs beat the Colts by the same 38-35 margin that marked the final score of the miracle Indianapolis comeback in the 2003 Monday night meltdown at Raymond James Stadium on Tony Dungy’s birthday: (more…)

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

Bruce Arians turned diplomat this week, and it was a good look for him. (more…)

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It’s another Bucs-loaded podcast with a side of fun and NFL talk on the buffet. The twice-weekly Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford, where all 2019 models must go and prices are at record lows! And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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There’s high-fiving and a lot of cautious Bucs optimism and deep analysis in this episode with The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports. Always a fun ride with Joe, though Ira shares his Thanksgiving driving mishap, too. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford, where all 2019 models must go and prices are at record lows! And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

Not this time. (more…)

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Very memorable watch parties already this season at the Ybor City, Riverview, Largo, South Tampa and Wesley Chapel Buffalo Wild Wings locations.

Arrive early. Stay late. 1 o’clock kickoff.  Hang with Ira Kaufman before, during and after the game!

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The Sage, Ira Kaufman, does not take a Thanksgiving break. He’s all over all kinds of things Bucs with Joe in what’s always a fun ride. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford! Their great Black Friday deals expire MONDAY! And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

The 2017 Jaguars thought they had a good thing going, the start of something big. (more…)

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Tampa Bay’s only Hall of Fame voter, aka The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports, is all over the Bucs’ win against the Falcons and various Bucs subjects of the day. Always a fun time with Joe. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford, where Black Friday specials are rolling right now!!!!! And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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BY IRA KAUFMAN

And the race is on.

Three former Buccaneers cracked Tuesday’s list of 25 modern-era semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame and it should come as no surprise that all hail from the defensive side of the ball. (more…)

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The battle of the NFC South basement is more than just another game and The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports is all over it with Joe. Tampa Bay’s only Hall of Fame voter hits on a wide variety of topics, as always. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford, where Black Friday specials are rolling right now!!!!! And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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Never known as Mr. Personality, Dirk Koetter just provided Buc fans with one of the most intriguing quotes of the year. (more…)

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Loads of reaction from The Sage and analysis out of the Bucs’ meltdown yesterday on their home turf. Tampa Bay’s only Hall of Fame voter tries to make sense of it all with Joe. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford, where Black Friday specials are rolling right now!!!!! And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports is in rare form today, dealing all kinds of analysis on all things Bucs. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Bill Currie Ford.  Ira always is a must-listen, with Joe alongside Tampa Bay’s only Hall of Fame voter. Many thanks to presenting sponsor Bill Currie Ford, where Black Friday specials are rolling right now. And thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings and Pin Chasers.

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

Black Friday specials are on NOW at BillCurrieFord.com. Click through to shop and see their nationwide lifetime warranty on new and pre-owned vehicles.