Sports Day Tampa Bay

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. Rick talks about Tom Brady going after his 8th Super Bowl, how he cut his weekly radio show short this week after a host on WEEI describes his young daughter as a pissant, and how he's more reflective with each Super Bowl. Plus a look at Nick Foles trying to win the Super Bowl as a backup and Bill Belichick having a little fun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Jon Cooper, plus Rick Stroud kicks off Super Bowl week from a cold Minneapolis and breaks some news as Todd Monken will now be the Bucs full-time Offensive Coordinator. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 season. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down what Gerald means and how he is trying to lead this team despite a lack of some talent around him. The guys also breakdown the Baseball Hall of Fame vote as Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Edgar Martinez miss the cut, plus a look at the NHL All-Star Game which is in Tampa this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 among Bucs greats, who will be the Opening Day starter for the Rays, how will sports leagues embrace gambling moving forward, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 to this question, plus what does the future hold for Nick Foles, Blake Bortles and Case Keenum, and the Lightning pull off a big win in Nashville as Steven Stamkos ties it with less than 3 minutes to play and Yanni Gourde wins it in overtime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 cemented themselves as the greatest coach-QB duo in NFL history. The guys discuss how long they might go on, what friction is real currently after reports have surfaced, plus they talk officiating after the Jaguars complained about it and Bob Costas will not be part of NBC's Super Bowl Coverage, presumably after he said football causes CTE last year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Tom Jones break down the Championship Games as Jacksonville played well but didn't score enough to stop Tom Brady, and the Vikings start well but flop the rest of the game and now they have to host the Super Bowl. Plus the guys discuss the Lightning recent struggles on defense and how Ondrej Palat's injury will affect them moving forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 New England should roll over Jacksonville but they disagree on Minnesota at Philadelphia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 been more than expected. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down what is all means, plus DeSean Jackson calls out Jameis Winston publicly for 'trying to impress the world', would the Bucs draft OJ Howard if they had to do it all over again, and does the Victor Hedman push Lightning GM Steve Yzerman to make a deal for another defenseman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 from the bye week. Wil the Lightning be looking to add pieces at the Trade Deadline and who might they have to give up, who will fill Victor Hedman's minutes while he is out, and when will the Lightning get an Outdoor game on the schedule? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 break down the games this past weekend including the Vikings miraculous finish, the Jaguars proving they are a better team than the Steelers and the Eagles shutting down the Falcons offense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 intensity is ratcheted up. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down each of the 4 divisional playoff games as the NFC South teams are playing really well, plus they look at the Bucs OJ Howard who was scored the worst 1st round draft pick this year by Pro Football Focus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Patriots' Belichick and Brady stay around, what should happen to the College Football Playoff in terms of expansion, how much longer will Nick Saban coach and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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, and they could have 6 players score 30 goals or more, but do they have an achilles heel? Rick Stroud and Tom Jones talk about this remarkable Lightning season, discuss their MVPs and what could potentially stop the Lightning from hoisting Lord Stanley's Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alabama wins another National Championship as Nick Saban solidifies himself as the greatest college coach of this generation winning his 6th which ties Bear Bryant. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break the game down including inserting a true freshman QB into the game who hadn't thrown a meaningful pass all season and he lead the comeback. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down Marcus Mariotta making football plays, the Falcons showing the NFC South is tough, bad QB play from Buffalo-Jacksonville, and the Saints sweep the Panthers. The guys also preview tonight's National Championship game between Alabama and Georgia and they differ on their picks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 the Bucs playoff drought that started before Barack Obama became President and how close they might be to breaking the skid next year. Plus the guys look at the 4 playoff games this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Stroud and Tom Jones break it down as well as looking at the other NFL coaching vacancies, possible firings to come and TJ Ward's arrest for felony marijuana possession. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 undefeated. They also talk about the All-SEC Championship next week, what is the best way to hold a playoff, the Lightning's incredible statements they are making this year as Andre Vasilevskiy records another shutout on Tuesday night in Toronto, and John Lynch is a Hall of Fame Finalist again, what are his chances and how the entire process works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 this year. Jameis Winston struggled in the game but orchestrated a game winning drive for victory. Rick Stroud and Tom break down why Coach Dirk Koetter will be back in 2018 with games like today with a team that hasn't quit despite their record. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Saints, what Dirk Koetter's future might be, DeSean Jackson's potential legal troubles after a car owned by him was found wrecked with weed and hollow tip bullets, predictions for Sunday's game, positives from the 2017 season, and some thoughts on the Tampa Bay Storm folding operations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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, who will the Rays trade, how many wins will the college teams get and will Jameis Winston be suspended. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones also pick their 2017 story of the year and sports person of the year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Winston and Kwon Alexander were upset with Chris Baker after he takes an offsides penalty giving Carolina a late first down on 4th-and-3. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones breakdown what this means for the Bucs, Jameis Winston, and Dirk Koetter whose future is up in the air as he admits it's a distraction down the stretch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 one game left to play. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down the game in which Jameis Winston played well but turned the ball over 3 times as the Bucs seem to find ways to beat themselves each week. Plus the Jon Gruden rumors are getting hotter that he may want to return to coaching and is reaching out to potential assistants for interest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 and Tom Jones break down the matchup and discuss whether there is concern over Vernon Hargreaves play this year, what is the ceiling for OJ Howard and the future of Jason Licht and Dirk Koetter with the Bucs. The guys also look at some key NFL matchups including the Saints-Falcons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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, it doesn't take the sting away from the day that feels like the Rays are throwing in the white flag and starting over, although they won't say it. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss if December 20, 2017 go down in infamy for this franchise and how will the Rays fans react moving forward through a rebuild while trying to get a new stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 good Gerald McCoy is as he's done all this on some bad teams with very little help on the defensive line. Plus as good as Gerald is on the field, he's even better off it. The guys also discuss the official slipping on Monday night trying to set the football, Doug Martin's rule violation, Lane Kiffin's coaching job at FAU and College Signing Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Jones break down what happened including how running back fumbles decided the game, an official slipped costing the Bucs another play to get closer for a field goal, the Bucs lose 10 players to injury and only 1 returned and Jameis was controlled in the pocket. The guys also talk about Jon Gruden's induction into the Ring of Honor and the chances he could become the Bucs next head coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 coach come January. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss whether Gruden would coach the Bucs again as Rick visited with him on Saturday. The guys also discuss what is a catch in the NFL as a Steelers touchdown was overturned as the receiver failed to control the ball all the way to the ground helping lead the Patriots to a win and likely home-field advantage in the playoffs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Winston shown enough progress this year, and who are the Glazers getting input from on any decisions moving forward. Plus the guys discuss some key matchups in the NFL including New England-Pittsburgh, Green Bay-Carolina, and Baltimore-Cleveland. The guys also celebrate the start of Bowl season on Saturday as Rick's Arkansas State is in action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Day, will the Lightning win the Stanley Cup, who will be better next year Florida or Florida State, and how will USF do after Quinton Flowers? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Rays should trade guys like Evan Longoria, Chris Archer, Alex Colome and more, and will the fan base withstand those decisions? Plus Giancarlo Stanton is now a Yankee, how does that impact the Rays plan going forward? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 and Tom Jones discuss what impact this has going forward for the Bucs and whether Dirk Koetter can save his job. Plus the guys talk about Carson Wentz's season ending injury and Michael Bennett's actions vs. the Jaguars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 as Matthew Stafford threw 44 passes without a sack but were still in it until the end. Plus before the game there was a report that Jameis Winston and Dirk Koetter don't see eye to eye on much. Is there still a path for Dirk Koetter to keep his job, Rick and Tom discuss from Raymond James Stadium after the game on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 discuss whether Doug Martin should play or should other back like Peyton Barber see most of the carries, and this defense is reaching historically bad levels like when Lovie Smith was the coach, could Mike Smith's job be in jeopardy? Rick and Tom discuss the Vikings-Panthers and Eagles-Rams match-ups this week and if Baker Mayfield will win the Heisman Trophy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Joe Smith to discuss the team, Andrei Vasilevskiy's start, Steven Stamkos' return, rookies and the team's impact off the ice too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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? Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss this as Willie Taggart is the new FSU coach, Josh Huepel is the new UCF coach and Dan Mullen takes over at Florida. Plus the guys discuss the Monday Night Game between the Bengals and Steelers and whether it was too violent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Jones discuss this as Winston is playing well but still is prone to the big mistake like the fumble in Green Bay on Sunday. The guys also discuss players giving back to the community, Rob Gronkowski's dirty hit, Herm Edwards is introduced as Arizona State's new head coach and Tom has an interesting trip to the bathroom in Appleton, Wisconsin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 down what happened in Jameis Winston's return, how the Bucs took an early lead and how they let the game slip away despite having a 100-yard rusher for the first time this season and holding Brett Hundley to less than 100 yards passing. The guys also discuss the College Football Playoff and how Alabama made it in over Ohio State, and Jimbo Fisher is now the coach at Texas A&M. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 this down as well as Winston's return to action this Sunday in Green Bay after missing 3 weeks with a shoulder injury. Plus the guys break down the conference championship games this weekend and how it will impact the College Football Playoff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There seems to be some discussion among fans whether Jameis Winston should play again this season as the playoffs are unlikely and two offensive lineman are on injured reserve. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones get into it now that Jameis Winston is cleared to play and will be the starter this weekend in Green Bay. The guys also discuss whether Jimbo Fisher will leave Florida State and if he is being disloyal, Tennessee can't find a coach, and the Lightning have now lost 4 of 6 and should we be worried. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 this means for the Bucs and whether this could impact Dirk Koetter's future with the team. Plus the guys discuss Eli Manning being benched in New York, the College Football Playoff rankings going into the Conference Championship games this week and the Lightning snap their 2-game losing streak in Buffalo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 rumored to be going to Texas A&M and will Florida State try to stop him plus Dan Mullen is introduced as Florida's head coach. Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break it all down plus Bucs QB Jameis Winston should play this week in Green Bay assuming he doesn't feel pain after rehab on Monday. What does Winston's presence mean for the Bucs going forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 break down what happened as the Bucs drop to 4-7 on the season. Plus they look at Dan Mullen as the new head coach of the Gators and what it means when you hire your third choice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 more. The guys agree on the Bucs game outcome with Rick saying they can't win. They also agree that Thanksgiving may be the best holiday but they differ on everything else in this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 out that Winston's absence is purely medical and has nothing to do with the allegations from the Uber driver in Arizona. Plus they look at a the surprise teams in the NFC including all 4 division leaders and guess as to who might face the Patriots in the Super Bowl. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 the calm that Ryan Fitzpatrick has brought to the team, the lack of a running game and do the Bucs have the potential to be 6-6 in 2 weeks. But first the guys lead off talking about the accusations from an unnamed female Uber driver in Arizona that Jameis Winston inappropriately touched her in 2016. What does this mean for Jameis Winston and is the Bucs faith in Winston wavering. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 injured Jameis Winston. They'll give you the keys to game plus could Florida actually lose to UAB, will Miami keep rolling against Virginia and has Jim Harbaugh's time at Michigan been a dissappointment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 wins, Captain Steven Stamkos leads in points and Nikita Kucherov leads in goals scored. Tom Jones sits down longtime NHL writer Scott Burnside as well as Tampa Bay Times beat writer Joe Smith to discuss the start of the season and preview the next few games beginning with Ben Bishop's return to Amalie Arena tonight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 future holds for the Gators and whether the coach will be Chip Kelly, Scott Frost, Willy Taggart, or someone else. Plus the College Football Playoff Rankings are out and Tom has a surprise team that he thinks will make the playoff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.