Locked On Bucs

NFC South showdown: Buccaneers favored, but can Falcons or Panthers challenge? Expert hosts dissect the 2025 NFL season's most intriguing division race.Ross Jackson leads a roundtable with James Jarko, Aaron Freeman, and Julian Council, analyzing each team's offseason moves and playoff potential. They debate the impact of Baker Mayfield's leadership in Tampa Bay, Michael Penix Jr.'s rookie season in Atlanta, and Bryce Young's development in Carolina. The hosts also tackle NFL Top 100 rankings, questioning the division's talent perception and notable omissions like Vita Vea.Will the Buccaneers maintain their dominance, or can a dark horse emerge? Listen for insider predictions on how the NFC South will unfold in 2025.

Chris Godwin and Tristan Wirfs passed their physicals, setting the stage for them to return to practice. Todd Bowles doesn't care about "expert" picks and predictions, nor does he care about starting hot in previous seasons. Cade Otton is dealing with a new injury and the Bucs have their practice squad locked in.  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Buccaneers' 53-man roster was officially announced, including three undrafted rookies and a surprising number of wide receivers The biggest surprise was the release of Kyle Trask, who has been officially replaced by Teddy Bridgewater Who were the biggest surprises and who is likely to return on the practice squad?  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

 Buccaneers have already begun the process of making roster cuts - including Shilo Sanders - but who is going to make the 53-man roster? Breaking down the offensive and defensive selections - and why there are two undrafted rookies who made enough noise to make the team Who are some of the top practice squad candidates?    Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Bucs will have Chris Godwin and Tristan Wirfs on the active roster to start the season, even though both are still expected to not return until October Todd Bowles said no starters will play against the Bills Saturday, opening the door for some bubble players to get extended time Assistant GM Rob McCartney gives a little peek behind the curtain of the cut down process  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan will start the season on injured reserve and likely won't return until after the Bucs' week nine bye week Todd Bowles isn't going to play Baker Mayfield in the preseason - which might be a huge mistake Which bubble player battles are the most important on Saturday?  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Baker Mayfield is coming off a season with 4500 yards and 41 touchdowns, making him one of ten QBs to do it - but how have they fared historically after those seasons? Mayfield talks postseason expectations and how impressed and excited he is about Emeka Egbuka Todd Bowles makes it known that the safeties have to show out this week  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Buccaneers beat the Steelers 17-14 on a last second field goal, but lose two key players to injury Key position battles continue to take shape - the latest after Saturday night's performances Who helped themselves and who hurt themselves the most with their play in Pittsburgh?   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Baker Mayfield has now been added to the starters that will not play Saturday night against the Steelers - and that might be a mistake Position Battles ramp up in the second preseason game and these are the ones to watch Which player can help or hurt themselves the most with their performance against Pittsburgh? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Bucs and Steelers joint practice was headlined by the dominant performances of the Bucs' receivers - most notably Mike Evans All Bucs starters besides Evans and Lavonte David should be 'ready to play' according to Todd Bowles Jason Licht has some interesting comments about one of his former first round picks who doesn't fit the Bucs' character profile  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Antoine Winfield Jr joins the growing list of injured Buccaneers as he deals with a lower leg injury What - and who - should you be watching for this weekend against the Steelers compared to last week against the Titans Which players have stood out halfway through training camp - and which ones have a long way to go?  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Buccaneers GM Jason Licht gave a not so great update on Benjamin Morrison's injury while Rachaad White's groin injury doesn't seem too severe. Cade Otton returned to practice Fantasy Football season is here - so which are the best Bucs players to draft and which ones should you avoid? Can Bucky Irving really live up to the pre-season hype?  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Bucs beat the Titans 29-7 - but what are the biggest takeaways from this one? Rookie CB Jacob Parrish showed why the Bucs drafted him and why he's in line to be the starting nickel corner this season Chris Braswell is among the most disappointing players in this one  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Buccaneers new OC Josh Grizzard makes his debut this weekend against the Titans. Here's what to expect. Would the Bucs be willing to let Cade Otton walk if Devin Culp has a breakout? Will David Walker's injury force Licht's hand in bringing back Haason Reddick? If the Bucs became a dynasty, would they get the same treatment as the Chiefs?  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

The Bucs and Titans had more than a couple skirmishes at practice Thursday, with one case turning into a sideline clearing event - including Tristan Wirfs Bucky Irving and Emeka Egbuka were the shining stars on offense while Haason Reddick and Calijah Kancey turned some heads on defense The Titans will play most of the starters on Saturday while the Bucs will sit most of theirs  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Rookie Benjamin Morrison has been making a strong push for Jamel Dean's starting job - but Dean is holding strong while Morrison appears to be set back due to injury More and more injuries keep creeping up. Who is it hurting the most? Things to keep an eye on Saturday vs the Tennessee Titans  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Buccaneers signed QB Teddy Bridgewater to a one year deal - how will this affect Kyle Trask? Updates on Chris Godwin and Tristan Wirfs' injuries How to watch preseason games Micah Parsons demanded a trade and Bucs fans are foaming at the mouth  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Benjamin Morrison has been a non-stop playmaker while competing for a starting job, but head coach Todd Bowles says he's "toying" with the idea of rotating all the corners Haason Reddick is as advertised as a player, but has taken on a larger role as a leader The Madden 26 ratings dropped and while the Bucs got more love than usual, the ratings still got a lot wrong  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

There hasn't seemed to be any drop off from the offense under a new offensive coordinator while the defense has elevated their game exponentially The rookies are all the rage, but Emeka Egbuka has turned more than a few heads while Benjamin Morrison and Jacob Parrish continue to earn Bowles' trust The biggest surprise so far in camp might cause come concern for Bucs fans  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

OC Josh Grizzard is finding his way as a play caller and the offense is beginning to click because of it Emeka Egbuka, Benjamin Morrison, Jacob Parrish, and Tez Johnson are making a lot of noise - could this draft class be even better than last year's? Bucky Irving is a rising star - but how does he avoid the sophomore slump?  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…