Sports Day Tampa Bay

Rays Owner Says They Aren't Tanking and the NFL Scouting Combine is Beginning

01 Mar 2018

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The NFL Combine is set to get underway in Indianapolis and Rick Stroud is there to cover it including the Bucs Dirk Koetter, Jason Licht and the Raide...

Lightning Acquire Another Rangers Captain

28 Feb 2018

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The Lightning pull off a trade and acquire Defenseman Ryan McDonagh and Center JT Miller from the Rangers for Vlad Namestikov, 2 prospects and 2 picks...

Are The Rays The Original Tanker?

27 Feb 2018

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Rays Owner Stuart Sternberg says the Rays were the Original Tankers in 2006-07 but that isn't what they are doing this year as they are rebuilding and...

Rays Holding Their Breath

24 Feb 2018

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Rays top pitching prospect Brent Honeywell leaves practice on Thursday after throwing a handful of pitches and the fear is he might need Tommy John su...

Bucs Meet Their New D-Line Coach and the Rays are Adding Players?

23 Feb 2018

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The Rays signed veteran outfielder Carlos Gomez to a one-year contract on Wednesday after trading Steven Souza Jr to Arizona on Tuesday. Rick Stroud h...

The Disa-Rays Fire Sale is On!

22 Feb 2018

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The fire sale is on for the Tampa Bay Rays as they trade Steven Souza, Jr., to Arizona on Tuesday to trim more payroll for this season. Rick Stroud fe...

Is 'The Ray Tank' a Noun or Verb?

21 Feb 2018

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after trading Jake Odorizzi and letting Corey Dickerson go. Rick Stroud has the latest from Port Charlotte as Kevin Kiermaier is the latest player to ...

Adiós Jake Odorizzi and Corey Dickerson

19 Feb 2018

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The Rays continue their salary dump as they trade Jake Odorizzi to the Twins for a Single-A shortstop and DFA All-Star Corey Dickerson as they save ab...

Mailbag: Winston Investigation, Lightning Trade Possibilities & Archer vs. Honeywell

17 Feb 2018

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It's a Mailbag Friday as we answer your question including what will happen with the Jameis Winston investigation, who should the Bucs sign in free ag...

Shut Up And Pitch

16 Feb 2018

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Chris Archer and Brent Honeywell sparred some in the media on Wednesday as pitchers and catchers held their first workouts in Port Charlotte. Chris Ar...

Don't Call It A Rebuild

15 Feb 2018

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The Rays Brass met with the media on Tuesday as pitchers and catchers reported and said they didn't know what to label this season as as they have had...

Rays Pitchers and Catchers to Report and Bucs Closing In On D-Line Coach

14 Feb 2018

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Rays Pitchers and Catchers are reporting today so baseball has begun and the Rays camp may get a little awkward this year as several players are expec...

Why Are The Bucs Firing Jay Hayes Now?

13 Feb 2018

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The Buccaneers fire defensive line coach Jay Hayes 6 weeks after the season ends leading to questions of why now, Vinny Lacavalier's number is now ret...

#4 To Hang From The Rafters

10 Feb 2018

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Vincent Lecavalier's #4 will be retired on Saturday night by the Tampa Bay Lightning so we take a look back at his career starting as the #1 overall p...

Jason Licht's Message for Bucs Season Tickets Holders

09 Feb 2018

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Bucs GM has a message for Bucs Season Tickets Holders as they raise prices again this season, Colts GM Chris Ballard drops the mic after his press con...

Does the Mention of Faith by Tony Dungy Warrant Criticism?

08 Feb 2018

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Tony Dungy is taking criticism over comments about Nick Foles faith in helping him win the Super Bowl, taking a page from Bill Parcells and Bill Belic...

Should the Bucs Look for a Nick Foles Type Backup QB?

07 Feb 2018

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What's behind Bill Belichick's benching of Malcolm Butler and did it cost the Patriots a Super Bowl win, what is Nick Foles future and should the Bucs...

Another Nail Biting Super Bowl as Philadelphia Wins Their First

06 Feb 2018

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It's our inaugural Sports Day Tampa Bay Podcast immediately after Super Bowl 52 where the Philadelphia Eagles behind Coach Doug Pederson were aggressi...

Is John Lynch Hall Of Fame Worthy?

03 Feb 2018

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Football Hall of Fame selections happen this Saturday and once again John Lynch is a finalist but will he get in this time? Rick Stroud and Tom Jones ...

Can The Bucs Turn Around Like The Eagles Have?

02 Feb 2018

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Rick Stroud and Tom Jones look at how the Eagles, among several other teams, have turned their entire franchise around within 2 years and why that has...

Warren Sapp Uncensored

01 Feb 2018

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Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down Nick Foles journey to the Super Bowl and how Doug Pederson has changed the offense to fit his abilities after Car...

Tom Brady Is Taking It All In At This 8th Super Bowl

31 Jan 2018

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The stars are out in Minneapolis as Rick Stroud attending Super Bowl LLI Opening Night in St. Paul, MN as Super Bowl Week has officially kicked off. R...

A Successful NHL All-Star Game for Tampa Bay and it's Super Bowl Week

30 Jan 2018

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Tom Jones talks with Joe Smith about the NHL All-Star Game Weekend held in Tampa Bay with the Lightning well represented with 5 All-Stars and Coach Jo...

Gerald McCoy Speaks Again About Doing Things Differently

27 Jan 2018

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We have now heard Gerald McCoy's annual 'We're going to do this this time' speech which happens every offseason after another disappointing Bucs seaso...

Where Does Gerald McCoy Rank Among Bucs Greats?

26 Jan 2018

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It's our weekly lightning round as Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down how long Brady and Belichick will be in New England, where Gerald McCoy ranks ...

Would You Take Brady or Belichick?

25 Jan 2018

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If the Bucs could trade for either Bill Belichick or Tom Brady for one year only, who would you take? Rick Stroud and Tom Jones differ on their answer...

Paying Homage to Brady and Belichick

24 Jan 2018

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Rick Stroud and Tom Jones examine the wonder that is Tom Brady and Bill Belichick as they are heading to their 8th Super Bowl together and have cement...

To Be The Champ You Have to Beat the Champ

23 Jan 2018

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We have a Super Bowl matchup and we've seen it before except it was Donovan McNabb vs. Tom Brady instead of Nick Foles for the Eagles. Rick Stroud and...

Super Bowl Berths on the Line

20 Jan 2018

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Rick Stroud and Tom Jones look back at last week's playoff games to break down the Conference Championship Games this weekend. Rick and Tom agree that...

What Does it Mean if the GM Cringes at Expectations?

19 Jan 2018

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Bucs General Manager Jason Licht told Rick Stroud that he cringed at some of the preseason expectations last season and the outrage from some fans has...

Can the Lightning Keep This Pace Up?

17 Jan 2018

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Tom Jones sits down with Lightning Beat Writer Joe Smith poolside to catch up on the Tampa Bay Lightning through 44 games as they get set to come back...

Who Says You Need A Franchise QB in the Playoffs

16 Jan 2018

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The NFL’s final four teams are set and the starting quarterbacks are Tom Brady, Blake Bortles, Case Keenum and Nick Foles. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones...

The Best Football Weekend of the Year

13 Jan 2018

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This is the best football weekend of the year as we realize why 4 teams were on a bye last week because they are the best 4 teams and the playoff inte...

Will Jon Gruden Win More Games This Season Than Dirk Koetter?

12 Jan 2018

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It's our rapid fire round as we talk Bucs, Jon Gruden vs. Dirk Koetter, who can stop the Lightning, who will the Rays trade next, how long with the Pa...

The Lightning Are the Best Team but Will They Hoist the Stanley Cup?

11 Jan 2018

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The Tampa Bay Lightning have passed the halfway mark of the season and they remain the best team in the NHL, on pace to set numerous franchise records...

As Expected Tua Tagovailoa Leads Alabama to Another National Title

10 Jan 2018

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Alabama wins another National Championship as Nick Saban solidifies himself as the greatest college coach of this generation winning his 6th which tie...

Not So Wild (Card) Weekend

09 Jan 2018

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The NFL Playoffs got underway and perhaps the games were underwhelming, but then again the best teams were on byes and we'll see them play next week. ...

The NFL Playoffs Begin and the Bucs are at Home Again

06 Jan 2018

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The NFL Playoffs get started this weekend and for the 10th straight season the Bucs will not be playing in them. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down ...

How Should Bucs Fans React to Jon Gruden Going to the Raiders?

05 Jan 2018

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Jon Gruden to the Raiders looks like a done deal so how should Bucs fans react to his return to coaching and it isn't a return to the Bucs. Rick Strou...

Did UCF Get Screwed?

04 Jan 2018

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Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss whether UCF got screwed out of a shot at the National Championship after beating Auburn in the Peach Bowl to finish ...

What Could've Been for the Bucs

02 Jan 2018

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The Bucs come from behind to beat the NFC South Division Champion Saints in the final game of the 2017 season showing Bucs fans what could have been t...

Koetter's Last Stand?

30 Dec 2017

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Will this Sunday be Dirk Koetter's last game as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers? Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down the matchup with the Sain...

Bucs, Gators and Seminoles Collapse is the Story of the 2017

29 Dec 2017

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As 2017 winds down we give our 2018 predictions on who wins the College Football Championship, the Super Bowl, Stanley Cup, who will coach the Bucs, w...

More Fireworks in Bucs Locker Room Than On The Field

28 Dec 2017

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The Bucs lost to the Panthers on Sunday to drop to 4-11 on the season but there were some fireworks in the Locker Room after the game as Jameis Winsto...

Bucs Lose Another Game They Could've Won

25 Dec 2017

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The Bucs lose to the Panthers on Christmas Eve in another close game that they could've have, perhaps should've won, and now their record is 4-11 with...

Who's Available to Play for the Bucs on Sunday?

23 Dec 2017

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It's a football Friday as the Bucs prepare to take on the Panthers on Christmas Eve with a depleted roster as the injuries are mounting. Rick Stroud a...

Evan Longo(ne)

22 Dec 2017

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A horrible day in Raysville as the Tampa Bay Rays trade the franchise's best player Evan Longoria to the San Francisco Giants. While it was inevitable...

How Good is Gerald McCoy?

21 Dec 2017

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Gerald McCoy is a Pro Bowler for the 6th straight year, one behind Warren Sapp in Bucs franchise history. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss just how g...

The Bucs Fall Just Short (or Wide Right)on Monday Night

20 Dec 2017

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The Bucs lose a close game on Monday Night to the Falcons in one of Jameis Winston's best performances of his career to date. Rick Stroud and Tom Jone...

Will Jon Gruden Be the Bucs Coach Next Year?

19 Dec 2017

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Jon Gruden will be inducted into the Bucs Ring of Honor Monday Night but could it be more than just that as the Glazers may be looking for a new head ...

Is Dirk Koetter Fighting For His Job?

16 Dec 2017

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Rick and Tom discuss whether Dirk Koetter is fighting for his job the last 3 weeks of season, is there a rift between he and Jameis Winston, has Winst...

Rick and Tom's Lightning Round

15 Dec 2017

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Rick and Tom play a Lightning Round of questions including if Dirk Koetter will be the Bucs Coach next year, where will Evan Longoria be on Opening Da...

Should the Rays Go Full Fire Sale Mode?

14 Dec 2017

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As baseball's hot stove starts heating up, should the Rays go full fire sale to build for the future? Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss whether the Ra...

Pile on Dirk Koetter Day

13 Dec 2017

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Is there a rift between Jameis Winston and Dirk Koetter as the Bucs are 4-9 and eliminated from the playoffs for the 10th straight sesaon? Rick Stroud...

Bucs Have Another Losing Season and Do Jameis Winston and Dirk Koetter Get Along?

11 Dec 2017

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The Bucs guarantee another losing season after turning the ball over 5 times in a 24-21 loss to the Lions. The Bucs pass rush was non-existent again a...

Can the Bucs beat the Lions this Sunday?

09 Dec 2017

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Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down the Bucs game vs. the Lions this week as it should be a good test for a healthy Jameis Winston. The guys also dis...

Breaking Down the Lightning, the Top Team in the NHL

08 Dec 2017

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The Tampa Bay Lightning are off to an incredible start with 40 points through the first 27 games. Tom Jones sat down with Tampa Bay Times Beat Writer ...

Which Florida School Would You Rather Be?

07 Dec 2017

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With new coaches at Florida, Florida State and UCF and relatively new coaches at USF and Miami, which Florida School would you rather be going forward...

How Should Jameis Winston's Performance Be Measured?

06 Dec 2017

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Jameis Winston is now in his third year and has 41 NFL starts so what is fair criticism for a QB who is 17-24 with 50 turnovers? Rick Stroud and Tom J...

The Game Was There For the Bucs Taking

05 Dec 2017

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The Bucs executed a really good game plan on Sunday vs. the Packers and still walked out of Lambeau Field with a loss. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break...

Bucs Jameis Winston Has 'No Fear' of Being Suspended by NFL

02 Dec 2017

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Jameis Winston says he has 'no fear' of being suspended by the NFL over allegations from the Uber driver in Arizona. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break t...

Should Jameis Winston Play Now That He's Healthy?

01 Dec 2017

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There seems to be some discussion among fans whether Jameis Winston should play again this season as the playoffs are unlikely and two offensive linem...

Jameis Winston Should Return to Bucs Practice on Wednesday

30 Nov 2017

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Jameis Winston is expected to return to Bucs practice today after missing 3 games with a shoulder injury. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down what th...

Crazy Coaching Carousel Plus Jameis Winston Likely to Play This Week

29 Nov 2017

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The college coaching carousel has been crazy so far with the hiring, and then not hiring, of Greg Schiano as Tennessee fans revolt, Jimbo Fisher rumor...

Julio Jones Just Caught Another Pass

28 Nov 2017

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The Buccaneers lose to the Falcons on Sunday 34-20 as Julio Jones went off with 12 catches for 253 yards and 2 touchdowns. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones b...

USF vs UCF is the Biggest Game in Florida This Weekend

23 Nov 2017

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It's a Thanksgiving Football Wednesday as Rick Stroud and Tom Jones preview the Bucs-Falcons game, USF-UCF, Alabama-Auburn, Ohio State-Michigan and mo...

Debunking the Jameis Winston Conspiracy Theories

22 Nov 2017

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Rick Stroud and Tom Jones debunk the Jameis Winston conspiracy theories as he will miss a 3rd consecutive game this weekend in Atlanta. The guys spell...

Jameis Winston Accused Again and the Bucs Win Again With Ryan Fitzpatrick at QB

21 Nov 2017

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The Bucs win again behind backup QB Ryan Fitzpatrick a defense that created 5 turnovers vs. the Dolphins. Rick and Tom break down the game including t...

Will the Bucs Make it 2 Wins in a Row?

18 Nov 2017

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Rick Stroud and Tom Jones actually agree on their prediction for the Bucs-Dolphins game that will see Ryan Fitzpatrick make his 2nd straight start for...

The Hottest Team in Sports Plays in Tampa Bay

17 Nov 2017

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The hottest team in sports plays right here in Tampa Bay as the Lightning have started the season 14-2-2, goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy leads the NHL in w...

Will Chip Kelly Be The Gators Next Head Coach?

16 Nov 2017

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The Gators are vetting Chip Kelly to potentially be their next head coach, but is he their first choice? Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss what the fu...

Will Jameis Winston Play Again This Season?

15 Nov 2017

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Jameis Winston will sit once again this week as planned but will he play again this year? Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down the signals coming fro...

So This Is What Victory Monday Feels Like

14 Nov 2017

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The Bucs are celebrating after snapping their 5-game losing streak with a 15-10 victory over the Jets on Sunday. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones try to reme...

Can Ryan Fitzpatrick Lead the Bucs to Victory?

11 Nov 2017

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Can Ryan Fitzpatrick snap the Bucs 5-game losing streak as Jameis Winston is sitting for the next 2 weeks with a hurt shoulder. Rick Stroud and Tom Jo...

Bucs Jameis Winston Goes to Dr. James Andrews

10 Nov 2017

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The Bucs Jameis Winston went to see Dr. James Andrews on Tuesday, a name you never want associated with your star QB. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discus...

The Wheels Have Come Off in Gainesville

09 Nov 2017

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The Florida Gators are a mess as Jim McElwain has been fired and that was followed up by a beatdown from Missouri. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss w...

Jameis Winston Is Out For At Least 2 Weeks

08 Nov 2017

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The Bucs will be without their 2 best offensive players this Sunday as Jameis Winston has been shut down for at least 2 weeks and Mike Evans is suspen...

Bucs 'Embarrassed' in New Orleans

07 Nov 2017

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The Bucs get thumped again on the road and fall to 2-6 for the season. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down the team as the wheels are falling off and...

The Bucs Season Is On The Line In New Orleans

04 Nov 2017

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How will the Bucs do in New Orleans on Sunday now that Jameis Winston has a full week of practice with his sore shoulder? Rick Stroud and Tom Jones br...

Good News for Jameis Winston at One Buc Place

03 Nov 2017

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For the first time in 3 weeks Jameis Winston practiced on a Wednesday which can only be good news for the Buccaneers as they prepare to take on Drew B...

Which Young QB Would You Rather Have?

02 Nov 2017

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We don't know yet if Jameis Winston will practice on Wednesday but Rick Stroud and Tom Jones play a game of which young QB would you rather have. Plus...

Could the Bucs Shut Jameis Winston Down?

31 Oct 2017

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If Jameis Winston can't practice on Wednesday this week, the Buccaneers may be looking to shut him down this week to help him heal and get close to 10...

An Awful Football Weekend in Tampa Bay

31 Oct 2017

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The Bucs fail to score a touchdown at home and get beat by division foe Carolina 17-3. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down the loss including the ach...

Is The Bucs Season On The Line?

28 Oct 2017

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The Bucs are 2-4 and now are facing a conference foe in Carolina so does a loss mean the season's hopes are finished? Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break ...

Could a 43-year-old Defensive End be the Bucs Answer?

27 Oct 2017

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Simeon Rice wants to come back to help the Bucs struggling pass rush this year after being out of football for 10 years. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones tal...

Will the Rays Play in Ybor City?

26 Oct 2017

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Hillsborough County has announced their preferred location for a new Rays stadium in Ybor City as the county has an agreement to gain control of the s...

How Fractured Is The Buccaneers Locker Room?

25 Oct 2017

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The Buccaneers have lost 3 in a row to drop to 2-4 on the season and some free agents who signed here this year are starting to speak out about decisi...

Defensively the Bucs Have Regressed to Early 2016 Stages

24 Oct 2017

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The Buccaneers lose another game they should have won because in less than a minute they went from everything is back on track, a 3-3 record, Carolina...

Who Will Be the Bucs QB on Sunday?

21 Oct 2017

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Who will the Bucs QB be this Sunday became clear as mud as Jameis Winston hasn't thrown all week but will take all the practice reps on Friday. Rick S...

Where Does Jameis Winston Rank Among NFL QBs?

20 Oct 2017

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Where does Bucs QB Jameis Winston rank among current NFL QBs this year, the result might shock you. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones of the Tampa Bay Times b...

How Good Is This Lightning Team?

19 Oct 2017

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The Tampa Bay Lightning are 5-1-1 to start the season but giving up a lot of goals each game, so just how good is this team? Rick Stroud and Tom Jones...

Big Sigh of Relief for the Buccaneers

18 Oct 2017

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The Buccaneers get good news on Jameis Winston's throwing shoulder as x-rays were negative and he is listed as day-to-day with a chance to play this w...

Buccaneers Come Out Flat and Jameis Winston Leaves Game with Injury

17 Oct 2017

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The Buccaneers lay a stinker in Arizona and Jameis Winston leaves the game with an injury to his throwing shoulder. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break do...

Is Sunday a Trap Game for the Buccaneers?

14 Oct 2017

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Rick Stroud and Tom Jones differ in their predictions for the Buccaneers-Cardinals game on Sunday as the Bucs look to rebound from their Thursday nigh...

Are Reinforcements Coming to Help the Bucs Defense?

13 Oct 2017

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Will the Bucs be getting some reinforcements this weekend in Arizona on defense as 4 starters who've missed games were in practice Wednesday, albeit l...

Could a Fortune Teller Be the Answer to the Bucs Kicking Problems?

12 Oct 2017

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The Buccaneers have a new kicker who speaks regularly with a medium to help him with his kicking. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down Patrick Murray'...

Can The New (Old) Bucs Kicker Make a Field Goal?

11 Oct 2017

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The Buccaneers have signed a new kicker, Patrick Murray, who's their old kicker from 2014 when he went 20-of-24 with a long of 55 yards. Rick Stroud a...

There Is No Mystique About The Swamp Anymore

09 Oct 2017

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Every team that comes to the play Florida in The Swamp believes they can win and that never use to happen. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down Florid...

Bucs Folk Over the Game to the Patriots

06 Oct 2017

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Nick Folk misses 3 kicks again and the Offense struggles for 3 quarters as the Buccaneers come up short vs. the Patriots on Thursday Night at home. Ri...

Are The Buccaneers Ready for Primetime?

05 Oct 2017

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The Buccaneers prepare for primetime football as the Patriots come to town in one of the most anticipated regular season games in Tampa Bay history. R...