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Bucs Front Office Personnel Interviewing For Openings & Rays Letter To St. Pete On The Trop

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers preparations for their playoff game against the Commanders this Sunday and how the Bucs front office personnel are getting considered for opening around the league. Plus what does the Rays letter to St. Pete mean they want moving forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 7, 202541 min

Buccaneers Win 4th Straight Division Title, Mike Evans Gets 1,000 Yards

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers clinching their 4th straight NFC South Championship, and they get Mike Evans his 11th consecutive 1,000 yard season. They'll now host the Washington Commanders on Sunday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 6, 202543 min

Bucs-Saints Preview & Mailbag Questions On Bowles, Punt Returns & The Duck

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Jan 3, 202539 min

Bucs Prepare For Regular Season Finale, Reliaquest Bowl & College Football Playoff

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers preparations for their final regular season game vs. the Saints that could see them clinch a playoff spot with a win. Plus it was a great Reliaquest Bowl, the College Football playoff games have been mostly blowouts and the terrorist attack in New Orleans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 2, 202544 min

Rick and Tom On Ranking Tampa Bay's Team's Front Offices

Rick Stroud is joined by Tom Jones as they breakdown The Athletic's rankings of pro sport front offices and discuss how they celebrate the New Year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 1, 20251h 8m

Rick and Tom On Baker Mayfield and the Bucs Season

Rick Stroud is joined by Tom Jones to discuss the Buccaneers season as they control their own playoff destiny heading into Week 18 as Baker Mayfield has made this team fun to watch. Plus New Year's Eve stories from their past and some College Football Playoff talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 31, 202443 min

Bucs Dominates The Panthers, Control Playoff Destiny Once Again

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers dominating win over the Panthers and the Commanders overtime win over the Falcons to give Tampa Bay control of their playoff destiny again. The Rookies were impressive for the Bucs and Mike Evans is 85 yards from his 11th straight season of 1,000 yards. Also the Lightning split the weekend back-to-back games to finish December 8-3. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 30, 202439 min

Bucs-Panthers Preview, Baker's Season & Could Tampa Bay Sign Shaq Barrett

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Quarterback Baker Mayfield's season, a preview of this week's game vs. the Panthers, could Shaq Barrett sign with Tampa Bay, Desean Jackson to be a Head Coach and USF wins the Hawaii Bowl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 27, 202442 min

MAILBAG: Liam Coen's Future, Covering The Bucs & Todd Monken

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions on how the media cover the team, Liam Coen's future, and could Todd Monken be a head coach this cycle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 26, 202428 min

Todd Bowles' Comments A Day After Their Loss To The Cowboys

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Todd Bowles comments a day after the Bucs 26-24 loss to the Dallas Cowboys as the Falcons now control their fate in the NFC South. Plus our Christmas traditions, Lightning beat the Panthers despite Nikita Kucherov being ejected and USF plays in the Hawaii Bowl tonight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 24, 202447 min

Bucs Lose To Cowboys, No Longer Control Their Playoff Destiny

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 26-24 loss to the Dallas Cowboys as Tampa Bay no longer controls their own playoff destiny. Turnovers were an issues as the Cowboys ripped 2 balls out of Bucs players hands including one on the final drive to seal the game. Plus the College Football playoffs games were snoozers and the Lightning lose to the Panthers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 23, 202443 min

Bucs-Cowboys Preview & Mailbag Questions

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Cowboys game this Sunday night as Tampa Bay is looking to keep winning to stay at least 1 game ahead of Atlanta. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on the team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 20, 202430 min

Will 49 Days Actually Change The Rays Stadium Plans

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on John Romano's column in the Tampa Bay Times about the 49-days that are impacting the stadium deal in Pinellas County and how it shouldn't derail the stadium opening close to on-time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 19, 202441 min

Falcons Bench Cousins & Pinellas Co. Authorizes Bonds For Rays Stadium

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers' NFC South rival Atlanta Falcons decision to bench Kirk Cousins in favor of Michael Penix, Jr. They are calling it a football decision but it could impact who wins the division with 3-games to play. Plus the Pinellas County Commission votes to authorize the bonds for a new Rays Stadium saying the deal is in the Rays hands and the Lightning hold on to beat the Blue Jackets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 18, 202442 min

The Youthful Buccaneers Leading The Way

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the youthful Buccaneers helping give the team a 1-game lead in the NFC South with 3 games play as they control their own destiny, plus we answer a mailbag question about the Bucs defense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 17, 202434 min

Buccaneers Dominate Chargers 40-17

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 40-17 win over the LA Chargers that saw the offense score against the league's best defense but more impressive was the defense shutting down the Chargers. Mike Evans had a big day and the running game went for over 200 yards. Plus Travis Hunter wins the Heisman Trophy, the Lightning win 3 out of 4 on the road and the Rays trade Jeffrey Springs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 16, 202437 min

Buccaneers-Chargers Preview & Bill Belichick Goes To College

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Buccaneers game at the Los Angeles Chargers as Jim Harbaugh has the best scoring defense in the NFL and a very physical team while the Bucs are beat up with many guys on the injury report. Plus Bill Belichick is the new head coach at North Carolina, how will he do there? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 13, 202439 min

MAILBAG: Mayfield's 2nd Quarters, Rookies, Kickoffs, Rays Roster and More

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about Baker Mayfield's 2nd quarter woes, Bucs rookie play, opening kickoffs, Todd Bowles future, Rays Roster, Opening Day and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 12, 202437 min

College Football Playoff, Gators and USF Season Review & UCF Hires Scott Frost Again

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Joey Knight to discuss the Florida Gators season as Billy Napier has found a quarterback, USF needs to start winning big games, a look at the Heisman Trophy finalists and UCF hires Scott Frost for the 2nd time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 11, 202436 min

Antoine Winfield, Jr. To Miss Time & MLB Commissioner Meets With Pinellas County

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers mounting injuries as Antoine Winfield, Jr. will miss multiple weeks with a knee sprain. Tampa Bay gets set to travel to LA to face the Chargers, the last team with a winning record on their schedule. Plus the Rays push Opening Day back a day and MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred was in town to meet with Pinellas County officials.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10, 202435 min

Buccaneers Beat The Raiders, Lead The NFC South

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 28-13 win over the Raiders that wasn't pretty but the victory means they are now in 1st place in the NFC South. Baker Mayfield started hot but struggled with 2 interceptions and a fumble. Plus College Football Playoff is set, the Lightning win and St. Pete passes the bonds for a new stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 9, 202445 min

Buccaneers-Raiders Preview & Are Running Backs Worth Big Money

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Raiders game this Sunday that could see Tampa Bay in 1st place in the NFC South with a win and a Falcons loss at Minnesota. Plus we answer a mailbag question about running backs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 6, 202438 min

National Signing Day, Conference Championship & USF Heading To Hawaii

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Joey Knight to discuss National Signing Day as the Gators class improves, it's Conference Championship Week and USF is going bowling in Hawaii. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 5, 202430 min

USF Heading To Hawaii, Bucs Sign A Safety & Mailbag Questions

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on USF's Bowl Game trip to Hawaii on Christmas Eve, Jameis Winston's Pick-6 problem, the Bucs sign a safety and we answer your mailbag questions on the Bucs Offensive Line, Bucs vs. Falcons, Kyle Trask and next year's NFL Draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 4, 202432 min

Bucky Irving Is RB1 & Bucs Waive Punter Trenton Gill

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bucky Irving's rise to RB1 on the Buccaneers as he continues to show he can do it all in the backfield and he might become the Bucs 1st 1000-yard rusher since 2015. Plus the Bucs cut punter Trenton Gill, baseball discussing some major changes and the Lightning struggle in their most recent 5-games in 8 day stretch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 3, 202440 min

Bucs Beat Panthers 26-23 in Overtime, Now Tied With Falcons

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 26-23 overtime win in Carolina that saw the Bucs sustain more injuries, including one to Baker Mayfield who dodged a bullet, Bucky Irving continue to break out and Anthony Nelson's forced fumble in overtime that might have saved their season. Plus there were a lot of brawls in rivalry weekend in College Football as teams plant their flags. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 2, 202452 min

Buccaneers-Panthers Preview & Mailbag Questions on Bowles, Mayfield and Evans

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Panthers game on Sunday as Tampa Bay looks for 2 wins in a row while Carolina is improving under former Bucs OC Dave Canales. Plus we answer more of your mailbag questions on Todd Bowles, Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 29, 202429 min

MAILBAG: Todd Bowles, Liam Coen & Bucs Playoffs Chances

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Thanksgiving Day about Todd Bowles future, Liam Coen, Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and what the Bucs need to do to make the playoffs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 28, 202442 min

It's College Football Rivalry Week, Bucs Get Good News On Whitehead & Jon Cooper Hits Another Milestone

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Joey Knight to break down this week's college football action in rivalry week as the regular season winds down with Florida-Florida State among others. Plus the Bucs get good news on Jordan Whitehead and Jon Cooper reaches a milestone behind the bench for the Lightning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 27, 202439 min

Lightning Dominate The Avalanche & What Jordan Whitehead's Injury Means To Bucs

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 8-2 win over the Avalanche as Brandon Hagel records 5 assists and Anthony Cirelli extends his goal streak to a career-high 6 games. Plus what does Jordan Whitehead's injury mean for the Buccaneers secondary and MLB adjusts the Rays schedule reduce the number of home games in July and August. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 26, 202439 min

Buccaneers Dominate Giants 30-7 To End 4-Game Losing Streak

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 30-7 dominating win over the New York Giants that saw all 3 running backs score a TD as well as an epic celebration from Baker Mayfield on his rushing TD. The defense got 4 sacks and played well all game. Plus the Gators become bowl eligible by upsetting Ole Miss, South Florida is going bowling too after beating Tulsa and it was a crazy weekend in College Football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 25, 202432 min

Buccaneers-Giants Preview & Mailbag Questions About Todd Bowles

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Buccaneers-Giants game as the Mike Evans looks ready to return and Tampa Bay is looking to make a run to the postseason. Plus we answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about Todd Bowles, his defense, any adjustments that might be made and his future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 22, 202435 min

Rob Manfred Says MLB is 'Committed To Fans in Tampa Bay'

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss Rob Manfred's comments about baseball's commitment to the fans of Tampa Bay and how he'd like to see the stadium situation figured out by 2026. Plus your mailbag questions on the Rays and Florida State's season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 202435 min

Marc Topkin on Rays Stadium Delays & Jose Siri Trade

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss the latest on the Pinellas County Commission delaying the stadium vote again as the the team is calling for new terms due to cost overruns because of delays. Plus the Rays will play at Steinbrenner Field this season and how that, and an election, plays into the the Commission's decision. Then the Rays traded Jose Siri to the Mets for a relief pitcher. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 20, 202447 min

Bucs Can Still Win Division, Rays Stadium Saga Continues & Vasy Gets 300 Wins

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick are back after some time away during the Buccaneers bye week. They discuss the Bucs returning to practice to face the Giants this week as Tommy DeVito will start at QB for New York, how Tampa Bay can still win the division, the Rays stadium saga continues as we know they'll play in Tampa next year but after that is up in the air again, the Lightning have won 2 in a row as Andrei Vasilevskiy gets to 300 wins, the Florida Gators upset LSU and could make a bowl game this year and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 19, 202451 min

Rick and Tom on Rays Stadium, Jon Gruden and Tom Brady

Rick Stroud is joined by Tom Jones to discuss the Rays stadium saga after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Jon Gruden on the sidelines for a Buccaneers game and Tom Brady's broadcast career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 18, 20241h 1m

Rick and Tom on FSU's Fall and Baker Mayfield's Rise

Rick Stroud is joined by his former radio partner, Tom Jones, to discuss Florida State's fall, the Buccaneers playoff chances and Baker Mayfield. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 15, 202435 min

FSU Fires 3 Assistants, Billy Napier To Return Next Season & USF's Struggles at QB

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Joey Knight to discuss Florida State's firing of 3 assistant coaches, Billy Napier will return next season at Florida, USF's struggle at quarterback, Miami loses and Florida Men's Basketball Coach Todd Golden is still coaching despite Title IX investigation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 14, 202437 min

MAILBAG: Bucs Late Game Play Calling, Bruce Arians & Looking For Positives About The Rays

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct, or your money back, on the Buccaneers late-game play calling, Bruce Arians, not trading for players and looking for good news on the Rays Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 13, 202443 min

Buccaneers Thoughts Heading Into The Bye Week

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers stretch of 4 straight losses, Baker Mayfield's thoughts on not going for the win in the last few games and what the Bucs might do the rest of the season as the schedule lightens up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 12, 202441 min

Buccaneers Play For The Tie and Lose To 49ers

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 23-20 loss to the San Francisco 49ers that saw Tampa Bay not push for the win, instead settling to play for overtime and earn another loss. The Bucs enter their bye week losing 4 straight. Tristan Wirfs and Zyon McCollum left the game injured, Antoine Winfield, Jr., didn't have a good game and Bucky Irving wasn't in on the goal line at the end of the game despite being the best runner on the day. Also Florida colleges had a bad weekend and the Rowdies season ends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 11, 202448 min

Buccaneers-49ers Preview & Your Mailbag On Winfield, Bowles and the Defense

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers game vs. the rested 49ers this week as they may get Christian McCaffrey back. What can the Bucs do to end their 1-3 skid as they prepare for their bye week. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Antoine Winfield, Jr., the Buccaneers defense, when to go for 2-points and could Juan Soto sign with the Rays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 8, 202443 min

Florida Travels To Texas & USF Hosts Navy For Homecoming

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Joey Knight to discuss DJ Lagway's status as Florida travels to Texas, USF hosts homecoming vs. Navy as they unveil more renderings of their new stadium and Florida State is at Notre Dame. Plus more on Amir Abdur-Rahim's impact at USF and some Buccaneers injury news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 7, 202439 min

Buccaneers Make No Moves At The Trade Deadline

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers not making any moves at the Trade Deadline as they are set to finish the season with the players they currently have on the roster and what is causing the run of hamstring injuries for Tampa Bay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 6, 202435 min

Bucs Lose To Kansas City After Deciding To Play for Overtime

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 30-24 OT loss at Kansas City which saw Tampa Bay not go for 2 to win it and instead play for overtime. The running game averaged 5-yards a carry while Baker Mayfield didn't turn the ball over. Tampa Bay is now 4-5, 2 games behind Atlanta in the division. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 5, 202442 min

Buccaneers Play The Undefeated Chiefs On Monday Night Football

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Buccaneers game in Kansas City vs. the undefeated Chiefs. How can the Tampa Bay defense stop Patrick Mahomes and what will the offense do against the Chiefs defense. Plus the Florida Gators give Georgia all they can handle, USF's Alex Golesh's postgame reaction after beating FAU, the Rays re-sign Brandon Lowe and the Rowdies win their first playoff game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 4, 202450 min

Buccaneers Mailbag Questions & College Football Preview

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Todd Bowles and the front office, plus a preview of college football this weekend including Florida-Georgia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 1, 202433 min

What's Happened to the Buccaneers Defense This Season

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what has gone wrong with the Buccaneers defense this season after they've lost 3 games where their offense scored 26 or more points. Players mistakes, the lack of depth and commitment from the front office and owners are all contributing factors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 31, 202442 min

Buccaneers Mailbag & Remembering USF's Amir Abdur-Rahim

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Todd Bowles, the defense and Jason Licht. Plus we remember former USF Basketball Coach Amir Abdur-Rahim who passed away last week at the age of 43. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 30, 202435 min

A Fitting Tribute For Steven Stamkos' Return To Amalie Arena

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Steven Stamkos' return to Amalie Arena as the Lightning beat the Predators 3-2 in overtime but Stamkos did have 2 assists in the game. Plus Todd Bowles will still call the defensive plays despite the poor performances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 29, 202429 min