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Ira Talks Pressing Mike Smith Decisions, Practice Mind Games, Mixed Reviews, Dungy Thoughts & Plenty Out Of The Bucs’ Preseason Opener

Tuesday, August 14th, 2018

Ira has been patrolling practice, listening to movers and shakers around One Buc Palace and is brimming with his first podcast takes from the preseason opener. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is always a good time and is presented by Ed Morse Cadillac Tampa and Ed Morse Cadillac Brandon. Click play above or tune in at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. Find the Ira ranked on the Google Play podcast “Top Charts” (all genres nationwide), where it’s been for most of the past 10 months!! Stay informed, thinking and smiling every single Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason. Click or download above. It’s fun, free and easy. Enjoy!

“The Million Dollar Question Is DeSean Jackson”

Monday, August 13th, 2018

BY IRA KAUFMAN

Jim Miller will always have a soft spot in his heart for the Buccaneers.

Pat Kirwan’s broadcast partner on “Movin’ the Chains,” a long-running SiriusXM NFL Radio program, landed in Tampa Saturday to watch the Bucs practice. The former quarterback of the Steelers and Bears who owns a Patriots Super Bowl Ring, came away impressed. (more…)

Ira Kaufman’s 10 Takeaways From Bucs-Fins

Thursday, August 9th, 2018

BY IRA KAUFMAN

The Bucs had lost five consecutive preseason openers, so there are plenty of positives to feel good about after Thursday night’s victory.

There were also several areas of concern because the Dolphins moved the football up and down the field all evening. Let’s give Tampa Bay an overall grade of “B” as the Bucs move on to next week’s scrimmages and matchup in Nashville.

Here are 10 of the particulars: (more…)

Ira Talks Winston Timing Questions, Chat With Mike Smith, Preseason Focus, All Eyes On Ronald Jones, Contrasting Vibes, August Urgency & More

Thursday, August 9th, 2018

Bucs game TONIGHT! And Ira Kaufman dives into it and much more with Joe on today’s Ira Kaufman Podcast presented by Ed Morse Cadillac Tampa and Ed Morse Cadillac Brandon. Click play above or tune in at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. Find the Ira ranked on the Google Play podcast “Top Charts” (all genres nationwide), where it’s been for most of the past nine months!! Stay informed, thinking and smiling every single Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason. Click or download above. It’s fun, free and easy. Enjoy!

Conte Feels Haters, Doubters & The New Vibe

Wednesday, August 8th, 2018

For his Wednesday column, the Sage of Tampa Bay sports sits down with the Bucs’ villainized safety

BY IRA KAUFMAN

Through seven NFL seasons, they’ve been coming at Chris Conte in waves. (more…)

Ira Talks Favre Anniversary, Offensive Line Help Coming, The Injury Pile, Spence Perceptions, Licht Enthusiasm, Ronald Jones Uncertainty, Stick Carriers, Contract Decisions, Pagano Possibilities, And More

Tuesday, August 7th, 2018

Things are developing rapidly at One Buc Palace some good, some not so good. The Sage of Tampa Bay sports is all over that and more with Joe on today’s Ira Kaufman Podcast presented by Ed Morse Cadillac Tampa and Ed Morse Cadillac Brandon. Click play above or tune in at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. Find the Ira ranked on the Google Play podcast “Top Charts” (all genres nationwide), where it’s been for most of the past nine months!! Stay informed, thinking and smiling every single Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason. Click or download above. It’s fun, free and easy. Enjoy!

“Just A Matter Of Waiting My Time”

Monday, August 6th, 2018

Ira talked to GM Jason Licht, Peyton Barber and more for his Monday column.

BY IRA KAUFMAN

Peyton Barber has heard all the hype surrounding rookies Ronald Jones and Shaun Wilson.

Jones, a second-round pick out of Southern Cal, is described as a home-run run hitter who adds juice to a wilted run game. Dirk Koetter is gushing over Wilson, an undrafted free agent from Duke who has picked up the playbook quickly.

Barber’s response? (more…)

Demar Dotson Uncensored

Friday, August 3rd, 2018

BY IRA KAUFMAN

His right knee may not be 100 percent, but Demar Dotson’s truth-meter is working overtime.

The longest-tenured player on the Bucs stayed after practice at the indoor facility the other day, patiently signing autographs for more than 50 fans. He smiled for pictures and shook hands before reinforcing his reputation as Tampa Bay’s most candid player. (more…)

Ira Talks The 3-4 Defense Dump, Stress Tests, Cornerbacks Cushion, GM Status, Assessing Vea Loss, Coachspeak, Practice Focus & Much More

Thursday, August 2nd, 2018

Week 2 of Bucs training camp is grinding along and Ira Kaufman has plenty on his mind, in addition to being fired up about Saturday’s big Training Camp Takeover event. Power-packed football talk and more with Joe. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Ed Morse Cadillac Tampa and Ed Morse Cadillac Brandon. Click play above or tune in at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. Find the Ira ranked on the Google Play podcast “Top Charts” (all genres nationwide), where it’s been for most of the past nine months!! Stay informed, thinking and smiling every single Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason. Click or download above. It’s fun, free and easy. Enjoy!

Talent Spigot Is Open

Wednesday, August 1st, 2018

BY IRA KAUFMAN

Whether or not you’re a Jason Licht fan, you’ve got to admit it … the man’s a survivor. (more…)

Jason Licht Is Signed For 2019

Wednesday, August 1st, 2018

Bucs GM Jason Licht

BY IRA KAUFMAN

The overseeer of five drafts as general manager of the Buccaneers, Jason Licht has been rewarded by ownership with a contract for a sixth season. (more…)

Ira Talks Early Training Camp Impressions, Baseless Grimes Fear, Impact Units, Rookie Evaluations, Fresh Mike Smith On Vita Vea, And Much More

Tuesday, July 31st, 2018

After four days of Buccaneers training camp, Ira Kaufman shares his impressions as he embarks on his 40th season covering the NFL. Plenty of football talk and more with Joe. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Ed Morse Cadillac Tampa and Ed Morse Cadillac Brandon. Click play above or tune in at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. Find the Ira Kaufman Podcast ranked on the Google Play podcast “Top Charts” (all genres nationwide), where it’s been for most of the past nine months. Stay informed, thinking and smiling every single Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason. Click or download above. It’s fun, free and easy. Enjoy!

Mike Smith Talks Quick Fix

Monday, July 30th, 2018

The Sage of Tampa Bay sports went 1-on-1 with defensive coordinator Mike Smith

BY IRA KAUFMAN

Whether you’re a gymnast or a defensive coordinator, flexibility is a beautiful thing.

Mike Smith wants no part of a pommel horse, but he can’t wait to showcase his horses up front this fall. (more…)

Pining For Relevance

Friday, July 27th, 2018

BY IRA KAUFMAN

It took almost nine minutes for Dirk Koetter to break into a smile during his first media session of training camp. (more…)

Ira Dives Deep On Winston & Koetter News Conferences, Talks Camp QB Approach, Koetter Being Noncommital On Jameis As Week 4 Starter, Thursday Standouts & More

Thursday, July 26th, 2018

Day 1 of training camp is here and Tampa Bay’s only Hall of Fame voter has plenty of reaction to the post-practice grilling of Jameis Winston and Dirk Koetter, their first time before media since the three-game suspension of Jameis last month. And there’s plenty of football talk with Joe, too. The Ira Kaufman Podcast is presented by Ed Morse Cadillac Tampa and Ed Morse Cadillac Brandon. Click play above or tune in at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. Find the Ira Kaufman Podcast ranked on the Google Play podcast “Top Charts” (all genres nationwide), where it’s been for most of the past nine months. Stay informed, thinking and smiling every single Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason. Click or download above. It’s fun, free and easy. Enjoy!

Winning Formulas Are There — Pick One

Wednesday, July 25th, 2018

BY IRA KAUFMAN

Unbridled optimism abounds across NFL outposts this time of year as players report to training camp.

Every team enters the new season with a blank record — except here in Tampa, where the Bucs are apparently 0-3. If you’ve been listening to national pundits and local talk radio, it seems almost everyone weighing in already has the Bucs stumbling out of the gate. (more…)

Ira Talks Jameis Winston’s “Diminished Stature” At One Buc, New Hall Honor, Beckwith Bad News, Training Camp Nuggets, Cialis For Heart Health, Bucs Marketing & More

Tuesday, July 24th, 2018

Training camp week has arrived and Ira has rolled up his sleeves and delivers loads to takes on today’s podcast presented by Ed Morse Cadillac Tampa and Ed Morse Cadillac Brandon. Like every Bucs fan, the Sage of Tampa Bay sports is on edge of his seat and ready for football. Click play above or tune in at iTunes, Google Play or Podbean.com. Find the Ira Kaufman Podcast ranked on the Google Play podcast “Top Charts” (all genres nationwide), where it’s been for most of the past nine months. Stay informed, thinking and smiling every single Tuesday & Thursday — and there is NO offseason. Click or download above. It’s fun, free and easy. Enjoy!

Pro Football Hall Of Fame Adds Ira Kaufman To Prestigious Seniors Selection Committee

Tuesday, July 24th, 2018

“The Sage,” Ira Kaufman, gets more juice at the Hall

Joe is pleased to break this news befitting the Sage of Tampa Bay sports, JoeBucsFan.com columnist Ira Kaufman. (more…)

Crunch Time At The Top

Monday, July 23rd, 2018

BY IRA KAUFMAN

In two days, veteran players are slated to report to One Buc Place.

They’ll hit the weight room, hit the field, hit the hydrotherapy pools and hit the chow line.

Soon, they will be competing for playing time and a spot on the final roster.

Just up the stairs, a couple of other veterans will be plotting a battle plan designed to keep their jobs beyond the 2018 season. (more…)