Locked On Bucs

Tampa Bay Buccaneers aren't the darling of the NFL or sports media, but where do they rank in this way too early power rankings? The Bucs signed former New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard, reuniting him with Oklahoma Sooners teammate Baker Mayfield Deven Thompkins had some allegations thrown his way on Wednesday. How did that play into his release from the team?   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers are apparently stuck in purgatory thanks to Baker Mayfield, or at least that's what one CBS Sports writer claims. I'll tell you why that's misguided and wrong Baker Mayfield had the chance to speak with the media about his focus thus far being on improving his footwork heading into the 2024 NFL season Mayfield also talked about rookies Graham Barton, Jalen McMillan, and Bucky Irving  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers waived wide receiver Deven Thompkins, creating another position battle as they look to replace their kick return specialist Baker Mayfield and Liam Coen are more than impressed with rookie Graham Barton according to Sarah Walsh of NFL Network Is Baker Mayfield ever going to win a super bowl? That's what comes up in today's mailbag   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin is in a contract year and might become a free agent in 2025. What is the latest on his contract situation and will he be getting an extension before the year starts? The linebacker battle between K.J. Britt and SirVocea Dennis will be tightly contested. Todd Bowles had plenty to say about both players following practice The Bucs signed rookie receiver Jalen McMillan, making him the fifth member of the draft class to sign  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean is the number one corner now and knows he needs to get better compared to last year - so what is he doing to take that step? I go through some of Tykee Smith's games from last year with the Georgia Bulldogs and tell you what I liked and what I didn't from his play Finally, what does Tykee Smith bring to the Bucs next season? And can he win the starting slot corner job?  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 2024 roster is certainly loaded with talent - but where do they stack up against some of the greatest rosters in franchise history? Chris Godwin was asked about rookie wide receiver Jalen McMillan and had some glowing comments. Where is McMillan going to fit in and how likely is it he wins the wide receiver three job?   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers projections for the 2024 season courtesy of ESPN fantasy football analyst Mike Clay breaks down the offense and defense with a fantasy spin. As good as many of the projections are, they didn't translate to wins in Clay's breakdown Liam Coen vs Dave Canales: Comparing belief in the two offensive coordinators from this time last year to now   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht said on the Loose Cannons Podcast that he made a mistake letting Jordan Whitehead leave and regretted it immediately Insider mailbag asks what the Bucs need to do to get the national attention they have earned and deserve The Bucs signed former Rams defensive lineman Earnest Brown, but his impact will likely be minimal   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers star left tackle Tristan Wirfs was not at the first day of OTA's and is not expected to attend as he awaits a new contract. Will the speed up the timeline for a deal to get done? Evan Closky was at day one and gives some of his biggest takeaways including the position battles and Graham Barton not with the starters Finally, what are some things to watch for in OTAs that will spill over into mandatory mini-camp and training camp?  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield Jr officially signed his deal and spoke with the media about his motivation as well as about the contract and the video that went viral thanks to his fiance Why did Winfield get that much money? I break down all the hats he wears and responsibilities he takes on Mike Evans gets some love from Pro Football Focus, but it's not much and it certainly seems more like disrespect than praise  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers face an absolute gauntlet in the beginning of the 2024 season including three primetime games over five weeks. What is the toughest stretch of the season and what do the Bucs need to do to withstand it? Coming out of the bye, the Bucs get their easiest stretch and a big opportunity to gain ground in the playoff hunt A way too early week by week record prediction   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers have their schedule and I tell you what jumps out to me - both good and bad - as we break down the tale of two halves Which games are the top three biggest matchups for the Bucs in 2024?   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield Jr got his mega-deal, but now we have some details on the structure of how it's laid out When will Tristan Wirfs deal get done and he is about to become the next Bucs player to be the highest paid at his position? Evan gives his bold predictions for the schedule including the Bucs returning to Germany and taking on the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving with Tom Brady in the booth  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' second round pick Chris Braswell put some good things on tape - but there are certainly shortcomings in his game. I go through Alabama's games against Auburn, Michigan, and Georgia from last year to see what Braswell was able to do. What will Braswell's role be with the Bucs and what makes him such a valuable asset? The NFL schedule will be released Wednesday - how many prime time games do I think the Bucs will get and against who? Also, predictions for the creamsicle game, the pewter game, and whether or not Tom Brady returns to Ray Jay this season as a commentator   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield Jr is now the highest paid defensive back in the NFL and got the most guaranteed money of any safety in league history Jason Licht joined Pat MccAfee to talk about the Bucs being overlooked, saying it's like 'witness protection' in Tampa Jalen McMillan has a high standard after playing in Washington   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers got an "A" grade in the NFL Draft according to Pro Football Focus' Trevor Sikkema who joins the show to talk about the selections of Graham Barton and Bucky Irving. We discuss the short and long term of Jalen McMillan, the mysterious plan for Chris Braswell, and why Tykee Smith is a Todd Bowles guy. Finally, the Bucs' chances in the NFC South are as good as they've ever been   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers first round pick of Graham Barton earns some high praise from NFL executives in an anonymous survey One of the Bucs' undrafted free agents gets some attention as a likely candidate to make the roster Baker Mayfield got some new bulletin board material as the NFL on CBS released its quarterback power rankings where Mayfield came in at number 20   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen spoke about the competition at left guard as well as what Bucky Irving and Jalen McMillan will bring to the offense Talking about the roast of Tom Brady - and how it was kind of a breath of fresh air  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers new offensive lineman Graham Barton put up some impressive film with the Duke Blue Devils. I dive into his best game and two worst games according to Pro Football Focus to see the differences What are Barton's best traits? Where did he struggle? And what will he realistically bring to the Bucs next season and beyond?   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers got some praise from the NFL on FOX Podcast for their draft class, hitting all the needs and improving the team  The Locked On Bucs Mailbag asks if the Bucs' offensive line is top ten in the league with the addition of Graham Barton, who a drafted and undrafted sleeper on the Bucs' roster would be, and whether the Bucs found a huge weapon - literally - for Baker Mayfield in an undrafted free agent from North Dakota   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…