Sports Day Tampa Bay

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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.