Sports Day Tampa Bay

How important is it for Jameis Winston to avoid things like jump passes in the last 5 games, the Rays lose Travis d'Arnoud and re-sign Mike Zunino to be their catcher, and Diana Nearhos joins us to discuss Steven Stamkos' injury, why the Lightning penalty kill is so dominant right now and why they might be able to go on a run right now in the season.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick and Tom are back together and Tom Jones is bringing the hot takes including that the Bucs won't lose another game this season, bad officiating is killing the NFL, the Lightning are still suffering a hangover from last season and a possible new name for the Florida State coaching search.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud breaks down the Bucs 35-22 win over the Falcons from Atlanta where Jameis Winston overcame 2 early interceptions, Chris Godwin had a monster day and the defense played well sacking Matt Ryan 6 times and having 16 passes defensed in one of their best efforts this season. Maybe the only downside was Rick jinxing kicker Matt Gay who missed 2 extra points and had another one blocked.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina preview this weekend's Bucs-Falcons game as Atlanta is now looking for their 3rd win in a row after making some changes on their coaching staff and playing better defensively. The loser of this game will be in last place in the NFC South. Jameis Winston has played very well in Atlanta in his career despite some losses as he is close to his hometown in Alabama.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer discuss the latest in the Florida State head coaching search now that Bob Stoops is out, how can Charlie Strong keep his job at USF next season, what Tua Tagovailoa's injury means in the College Football Playoff rankings, and why you should root for Utah to make the College Football Playoff as they are living the American (Conference) Dream.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 discuss how much blame should the Buccaneers Offensive Line get as Jameis Winston leads the NFL in interceptions and sacks, while USF lost to Cincinnati it showed something wonderful about Charlie Strong and his team and if the Astros did indeed steal signs with cameras while winning a World Series, what should the punishment be?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Bucs are in a giving mood this holiday season with 25 turnovers in 10 games leading to a 3-7 record and are they starting to look towards 2020 as they are 5 games behind the Saints in the division with 6 to play. Plus Diana Nearhos joins us from St. Louis where the Lightning will play the defending Stanley Cup champions as they are taking less penalties leading to more wins recently and how special was it for Steven Stamkos to score his 400th goal at home.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina break down the Bucs 34-17 loss to the Saints at Raymond James Stadium and ask is hope lost for the season at 3-7. Jameis Winston hurts his ankle in the loss as he threw 4 more interceptions and has 18 on the season unless you ask Bruce Arians who has some new math for you. Plus what has happened to OJ Howard this season as the first interception was his fault and now you ask what remaining games the Bucs can win as the Falcons have now run 2 in a row.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones if the Bucs can make it 2 wins in a row with a win over New Orleans on Sunday, what punishment should the Astros receive if they are found guilty of stealing signs with a camera during the World Series winning season and did the Lightning find their game in Sweden.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud talks with Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker about the Florida State coaching search including if there was every any interest in Deion Sanders and why momentum might be picking up for Bob Stoops. Plus did Joe Burrow take the lead in the Heisman race with LSU's victory in Alabama, who will be the Gators quarterback next season, will Charlie Strong last past this season at USF and under what scenario do the Gators have to root for Jimbo Fisher. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about why the Buccaneers waived CB Vernon Hargreaves on Tuesday leaving 1 remaining draft pick from 2016 on the team, what the Bucs do moving forward in the secondary, if Jameis Winston is brought back next year who will the backup QB be, will Lavonte David be considered for post-season honors now that he plays ILB, is Mike Evans the best receiver to play on consistently bad teams, how did Kevin Cash finish 3rd in the Manager of the Year voting and will Charlie Strong be back next year at USF.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud explains why Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians threw the challenge flag on Sunday when he was out of challenges, why Jameis Winston will probably be back next year as the Bucs QB, and some good news for as the Saints come to town this weekend. Plus recapping the weekend in college football as LSU beats Alabama, Florida State wins, Gators roll and USF struggles, the Lightning played well in Sweden and Rays GM Erik Neander wins Executive of the Year, can Kevin Cash take home Manager of the Year?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Buccaneers returned home for the first time in 7 weeks and left victorious as they beat the Cardinals 30-27 as Jamel Dean's late interception allowed Jameis Winston to engineer a 92-yard drive that gave the Bucs their 3rd win of the season. Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina discuss Dean's redemption which comes 1 week after he allowed 3 touchdowns vs the Seahawks when he was pressed into starting for the first time.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina preview this weekend's Bucs-Cardinals game at Raymond James Stadium where the Bucs play for the first time in 49 days and with quarterback Jameis Winston coming off his best performance of the season but can he sustain it. Plus Diana Nearhos joins us from Sweden where Victor Hedman and the Lightning are set to finally play their 2 games overseas today and tomorrow but will Hedman be on the ice?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker talk about where Florida State goes in their coaching search now that Willie Taggart has been fired, can Charlie Strong get a win tonight as USF hosts Temple, just how far behind Georgia, Alabama and LSU are the Florida Gators in their 2nd season under Dan Mullen, plus a look at the first College Football Playoff rankings and a prediction in the LSU-Alabama game, this year's game of the century. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 discuss why Willie Taggart failed at his dream job at Florida State and who might replace him, is Jameis Winston headed for at least a franchise tag next season with the Bucs, how many more games can USF win this year with Temple up next and should the Lightning be worried after an average start to the season.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about Jameis Winston's maturation as a quarterback, does Winston want to come back to Tampa Bay, did Burce Arians underestimate the turnaround with the Bucs, did the defensive coaches do enough to help Jamel Dean and the secondary, what will the Bucs do with their defensive line moving forward and do the players care about the fans. Plus who might replace Willie Taggart at Florida State.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Buccaneers lose in overtime to the Seahawks 40-34 as Jameis Winston had one of his better games of the season but Russell Wilson carved up the Bucs defense throwing 5 TDs as Jamel Dean played in place of Carlton Davis who was hurt and he gave up 3 touchdowns. Head Coach Bruce Arians had a different tone in his postgame comments as they went toe-to-toe with one of the best teams in football. Plus Matt Baker updates us on Willie Taggart's firing at Florida State and what changed after Saturday's loss to Miami.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina preview the Buccaneers game in Seattle this weekend as the players are angry and trying to get back to winning as they conclude their 6 week stretch of playing games away from Raymond James Stadium. Then Rick speaks with Lightning beat writer Diana Nearhos in New York as the Lightning prepare to play the Islanders before heading to Sweden as injurys are mounting to Victor Hedman, Erik Cernak and Pat Maroon.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud and Matt Baker celebrate the NCAA's decision to continue to support athletes and let them make money off their likeness, or did they? Plus Florida-Georgia is this weekend as a trip the SEC Championship game may be on the line, Miami takes on Florida State as USF has a bye. Plus what happened to Oklahoma and Notre Dame this past weekend and who is the best team in the country?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.