Podcasts about Tampa Bay

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick dig into one of the more improbable quarterback stories in franchise history: undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels beating out Jake Browning and Connor Bazelak to become Baker Mayfield's backup. Rick traces just how rare this is — the last rookie the Bucs handed the QB2 job to was Mike Glennon back in 2013 — and walks through how a three-star recruit out of Kansas who went undrafted turned heads in joint practices against the Jets and Chiefs, then got an extended (and rocky) look against Jacksonville's twos and threes before locking down the job anyway. They debate what the call says about Browning, whether the coaching staff may have stumbled onto Baker Mayfield's eventual successor given how similar their games are, and run through the rest of the roster cuts — including Chris Braswell's release and moves along both lines — before previewing the two-week runway to the season opener at Cincinnati.Then it's over to the Rays, who somehow won two of the strangest games of their season against the Padres — a shortstop's non-contact knee injury on an errant throw home that flipped one game, and a bizarre would-be series-ending catch-and-drop in left field that got ruled a home run and reignited the "what actually is a catch" debate — before pulling out the extra-innings finale on a Liam Hicks throw that nailed a runner at third. The sweep pushes Tampa Bay to 82-54, four and a half games up on the Yankees. Rick and Steve also dig into the latest on the Rays' "forever home": with Tampa City Council and Hillsborough County's approval in hand, the next steps are bond filings (30 to 90 days) and prepping Hillsborough Community College for portable classrooms, plus why this ownership group's commitment to staying in Tampa feels different than the Stu Sternberg era ever did. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers closed the preseason with an ugly 19-0 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Jalon Daniels finally received an extended opportunity to strengthen his case for a roster spot, but a fumbled under-center snap and a lifeless offensive performance brought the hype train to a sudden stop.We break down what one bad night really means for Daniels, whether Jack Pyburn forced his way onto the final 53, Tampa Bay's major special teams concerns and the biggest winners and losers heading into final roster cuts.

Brian Sexton, Jeff Lageman and Mark Duffner break down the Jaguars' strong finish to training camp, discuss the new Rivalries uniforms and share thoughts on the NFL's revamped Pro Bowl. The crew highlights defensive standouts from joint practices with Tampa Bay, including DE Josh Hines-Allen, DT Arik Armstead and S Antonio Johnson, while examining QB Trevor Lawrence's growth and readiness for Week 1. All this and more on Jaguars Happy Hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rays Playoff Push, Prospects and Baseball Around the WorldMark Corbett and Mat Germain break down the Tampa Bay Rays as they head into the final stretch of the season, plus prospects, the Little League World Series, the Rays stadium debate and international women's baseball.Rays Playoff PushThe Rays face a difficult schedule as they battle toward the postseason. Mark and Mat discuss recent performances, injuries, Kevin Cash's decisions and how the roster could take shape for the playoffs.Freddy Peralta's strong outing gets attention, including how increased use of his changeup may be helping his success.Rays Prospects on the RiseXavier Isaac and Caden Bodine have moved up to Triple-A Durham. Bodine's rapid climb through the Rays system has been especially impressive and could put him in the conversation as a future Tampa Bay catcher.Jacob Melton, Jake Fraley, Victor Mesa Jr. and other Durham players could also provide the Rays with options down the stretch.Little League World SeriesCanada puts together an impressive international run with wins over Australia, Panama and South Korea. Mark also highlights Alabama standout Kinley Rasmus, whose pitching and hitting have drawn comparisons to Mo'ne Davis.ABS and Baseball's Changing RulesShould MLB fully automate balls and strikes? Mark and Mat discuss the ABS challenge system, overturned calls and whether technology should take a larger role in officiating.Rays Stadium DebateThe proposed new Rays stadium in Tampa remains a major topic. Mark and Mat discuss taxpayer funding, construction costs, community benefits, affordable housing and the value of keeping Major League Baseball in Tampa Bay.Women's Baseball World CupThe show wraps up with the Women's Baseball World Cup in Taiwan, including Japan's strong performance and the continued international growth of women's baseball.Topics: Tampa Bay Rays, Rays prospects, MLB playoffs, Kevin Cash, Freddy Peralta, Xavier Isaac, Caden Bodine, Durham Bulls, Little League World Series, Kinley Rasmus, ABS challenge system, Rays stadium, Women's Baseball World Cup, women's baseball.BaseballBiz On Deck with Mark Corbett and Mat Germain covers the Tampa Bay Rays, MLB, prospects, baseball history and the business of the game.

Rick Stroud reports live from Jacksonville after a joint practice the Bucs would rather forget — Baker Mayfield admitted afterward that "if this was a full game, I don't think we would have come out on the winning side," and Chris Godwin, in his tenth year, called out the team for getting out-physicaled by Liam Cohen's Jaguars. Rick and Steve break down what went wrong, why a wake-up call now beats one in Cincinnati, and the real bright spots buried in a rough day: Tristan Wirfs back in full pads and moving well, Rueben Bain Jr. continuing to wreck practice reps, and Benjamin Morrison finally getting through a complete practice for the first time in ages. They also preview Friday's preseason finale against the Jaguars and the roster crunch coming this weekend as the Bucs cut from 90 to 53.On the Rays, Tampa Bay's AL East remains at 3.5 games after a 4-1 loss to Detroit, with Rick and Steve digging into the tiebreaker math that still favors the Rays down the stretch, a remarkable stat line from an opposing starter who didn't get a single swing-and-miss in over 80 pitches against Tampa Bay's contact-heavy lineup, and what the Rays need from their rotation to hold on. They close with a tribute to Dolly Parton, who died at 80. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back for the final time in August for the latest in sports media news, info and newsmakers and numerous "goodbyes" taking place for broadcasters, as part of the "LWOS Media Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives is ready to go over-The start of College Football with "Week Zero" coverage on the games in Ireland, L.A. Las Vegas and more! Is this the beginning of the end, again, for Bill Belichick at UNC? What about the other storylines and matchups this weekend and whom are calling the games on the networks, too?Next, T.J. talks about his own situation with leaving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers radio broadcast after 21 seasons and plays an excerpt from a Tampa Bay show/podcast that he appeared on for Tuesday to explain the "why" on his decision and most importantly, what's next?Then, it was a goodbye for ESPN's Karl Ravech after a 33 year run there, as he worked for the final time on Sunday Night Baseball from the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA. We play the audio and T.J. gives his thoughts.Also, the LIV Golf tour may be done for good and they signied off their final broadcast of the 2026 season and maybe ever, due to financial problems. We play and discuss that goodbye, too.And, has Netflix made mistakes and miscalculations of the interest from their audience for MLB programming, as the "Field of Dreams" game in the Iowa cornfield did very poorly in the audience numbers. What does this mean for the streaming services in the ongoing debate of them taking over for network TV?Hear it all on the "LWOS Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify,, etc.! 

Norris Howard and I tackle a packed Wednesday edition of Daily Detroit. We break down the mounting tensions in the U.S.-Canada trade dispute and respond to political rhetoric proposing to rename Lake Ontario to "Lake America." Plus, we pay tribute to the late, great Dolly Parton. Then it's a recap of our weekend trip to see Detroit City FC win over Tampa Bay with one of the best keeper saves we've seen in a long time. In local development news, a vacant historic YMCA building in Mexicantown across from Clark Park gets a $10 million redevelopment lifeline, Midtown sees progress on West Willis, and local favorite Bev's Bagels sets its sights on Birmingham. As always, feedback - dailydetroit@gmail.com or 313-789-3211. Follow Daily Detroit on your favorite podcast app!

Reporting live from Jacksonville ahead of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' joint practices with the Jaguars, Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick recap the shaky tackle depth behind Baker Mayfield in the preseason opener and preview what to watch as the Bucs get real practice reps against Liam Cohen's similarly-schemed offense. They dig back into the Jalon Daniels debate — why his string of strong preseason relief outings still shouldn't make him QB2 over veteran Jake Browning — and break down the wild news out of Cleveland, where Todd Monken named Deshaun Watson the Week 1 starter over Shedeur Sanders, setting up a loaded Week 2 matchup when the Browns visit Tampa Bay and Baker Mayfield faces the quarterback who effectively pushed him out of Cleveland. Rick also weighs in on the arrest of 49ers owner Jed York and what it means for accountability at the ownership level.On the Rays, Drew Rasmussen and Nick Martinez keep building Cy Young cases with back-to-back dominant starts, and closer Bryan Baker pushed his save total to 38 as Tampa Bay knocked off Detroit behind some old-school, back-to-back bunt small ball. At 78-53, the Rays have already topped last year's win total with 31 games still to play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thirteen days from kickoff and Florida still doesn't have a quarterback. Dan, Nick, Jordan and Corry break down everything out of Saturday's second fall scrimmage, run through a loaded week in Gators sports — and then sit down with one of the greatest defensive linemen to ever wear orange and blue.

The Yankees have dragged themselves right back into the AL East race, forcing Evan to admit his earlier declaration that the division was over no longer holds up. With New York just three games behind Tampa Bay, Evan still picks the Rays to win the East, but acknowledges the Yankees have made it a legitimate fight. Shaun Morash is in for Tiki Barber alongside Evan Roberts. The conversation also turns to Geno Smith and quarterbacks who revived their careers with new teams, including Vinny Testaverde, Rich Gannon and Sam Darnold. Plus, the Jaxson Dart debate continues over whether the Giants quarterback is getting treated differently around the NFL.

Jalon Daniels has officially made the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' backup quarterback decision uncomfortable. The rookie led all three Bucs scoring drives as Tampa Bay rallied to beat the Kansas City Chiefs 16-15, then connected with Kameron Johnson on the third-down conversion that sealed the win.We're live breaking down the growing QB2 battle between Daniels and Jake Browning, Baker Mayfield's brief night, Rueben Bain Jr.'s debut, Anthony Nelson and the Bucs defense, plus the biggest roster risers and concerns from Preseason Week 2.

Is Sean Tucker's spot on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers roster suddenly in danger?Tucker led the Bucs in rushing, recovered a fumble and scored the game-winning touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs. However, Josh Williams' versatility, special-teams value and significantly cheaper contract have created a legitimate debate in Tampa Bay's backfield.Rhett and @MrBucsNation break down the case for and against Tucker, the roster math working against him and the biggest overlooked winners and losers from the Bucs' 16-15 preseason victory over the Chiefs.

Tampa Bay, Florida and the world at large, we're back. This week, St. Pete artists are asking for support from mayoral candidates to keep creating in the sunshine city but is that really a politicians job? Lindsay Clancy strangled her three children - Cora, 5, Dawson, 3, and Callan, then 8 months - with exercise bands in the basement of the family's Duxbury, Massachusetts home on January 24, 2023. It's a truly awful story but why are women online finding connection with this woman? Very strange social media posts have gone viral supporting her, so strange. Hear that on the Substack. Sign up for free to sign up.We will be back live on Wednesday at 6:00PM over at WillsYouTube.comWe do an extra half hour on our Substack that is uncut and uncensored, hope to see you there, it's free to join.Get in touch with the show and leave a voice or text message at: (813) 693-2124 or shoot me an email at thehomemadebroadcast@gmail.comLINKS: https://linktr.ee/hmbradioThe #HMB airs Sunday's on Sunshine FM 96.7 in downtown St. Petersburg & anywhere in the world at Radio St. Pete @ 6:10PM & Monday's at 10:15PM or on demand via your favorite podcast app, just search “HMBradio Tampa Bay”.

The August 23, 1976 issue of Sports Illustrated — titled "The Buccaneers Come Aboard" — put Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Steve Spurrier on the cover, marking the very first Sports Illustrated appearance for the fledgling expansion franchise. The cover photo, shot by Heinz Kluetmeier, captured Spurrier in action during a preseason game against the Green Bay Packers in Milwaukee. By that point, Spurrier — the 1966 Heisman Trophy winner who'd spent nearly a decade with the San Francisco 49ers — was in his lone season as an NFL player with Tampa Bay, part of Coach John McKay's roster for the winless inaugural 1976 campaign, before Spurrier's playing career wound down and his far more decorated coaching career began. Dewey Selmon was part of that historic inaugural roster alongside Spurrier, joining the expansion franchise as one of its foundational defensive pieces after a standout career at Oklahoma, where he and younger brother Lee Roy anchored back-to-back national championship defenses in 1974 and 1975. While Lee Roy became the Buccaneers' most iconic and decorated player, earning Hall of Fame induction, Dewey carved out his own respected role as a steady, physical presence on the defensive line during those brutal early expansion years, when the winless 1976 Bucs were still searching for any semblance of cohesion under head coach John McKay. Selmon's Tampa Bay tenure placed him squarely within one of the more unusual chapters in NFL history — a team that went 0-14 in its debut season but whose young core, including both Selmon brothers, helped build the foundation for the franchise's eventual playoff breakthrough just a few years later. Dewey joins Past Our Prime to reflect on a career and life shaped by both triumph and hardship, starting with Lee Roy, the No. 1 overall pick who became the face of the franchise. Dewey speaks candidly about what those brutal early losing seasons taught him about resilience and self-knowledge, crediting his eventual Ph.D. in philosophy with giving him the intellectual and emotional framework to endure not just the team's first 26 losses, but the far more devastating loss of Lee Roy himself years later. He reflects on John McKay as exactly the right leader for that moment in franchise history, someone whose steady, wry perspective helped a struggling expansion team survive its darkest days, and he shares warm memories of Steve Spurrier, praising him as both a tremendous teammate and an even better person during those formative Tampa Bay years. All of that and more when the great Dewey Selmon goes Past Our Prime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Yankees have won four straight and cut Tampa Bay's AL East lead to four games, forcing Tiki Barber to reverse his earlier declaration that the division race was over. Evan Roberts isn't convinced, arguing that the Yankees' lengthy stretch without Aaron Judge still shows a team only slightly above .500 despite the recent surge. They debate whether Cody Bellinger's return, improved offense from Elliott Ramos and Luis Garcia, and dominant pitching can change the race. Gerrit Cole's latest gem also sparks a bigger argument, with Evan making the case that Cole has actually been a better Yankee than CC Sabathia, even if CC remains the more beloved figure.

The Yankees are suddenly back in the AL East race, but Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber are split on whether this surge is real enough to catch Tampa Bay. Tiki reverses course after four straight wins and an improving lineup, while Evan refuses to abandon the larger sample without Aaron Judge. Gerrit Cole's dominant outing also sparks a major Yankees debate over whether he has actually been better in pinstripes than CC Sabathia. They also get into Michael Kay's eyebrow-raising “offensive orgy” call, Anthony Volpe's move to second base in the minors, Pete Alonso's potential Hall of Fame path, and the roster decision looming for Spencer Jones when Cody Bellinger returns. Plus, the wild New York-area storms and tornado videos lead to a debate over what anyone is actually supposed to do when a tornado hits.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down Vita Vea's first comments since signing his new two-year, $48 million deal, where he insisted he never wanted to leave Tampa Bay, called himself a "Buc for life," and went out of his way to defend Todd Bowles from criticism — saying he'll retire the day Bowles does. Rick explains why the tape backed that up all along: Vea was smiling, coaching up teammates, and never acted like a guy trying to get out of town. They also preview Saturday's home preseason game against Kansas City, where the Bucs starters are finally expected to play meaningful snaps, with word on Baker Mayfield, the offensive operation under new play-caller Zach Robinson, and a standout practice from Ted Hurst.On the Rays, Rick and Steve dig into a rough homestand that's seen Tampa Bay go 2-5 since its franchise-best nine-game road winning streak, with the pitching staff hitting a wall and giving up too many two-strike hits. They also answer a listener mailbag question on Chandler Simpson, whose under-the-radar breakout season — second in the AL in batting average, elite bat-to-ball skills, and dramatically improved defense — has both hosts admitting they didn't see coming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two chefs. Two friends. One of them is getting ready to leave Florida and begin a new chapter. Chefs David Reyes and Nelly Buleje join Walk-In Talk for a conversation about something that goes far beyond what happens on the plate: mental health in the kitchen, camaraderie, and what it really means to show up for the people beside you. With Nelly preparing to move to North Carolina, the two friends look back at how their relationship developed through the industry, the pressures chefs often carry without talking about them, and why having people who recognize when you're not okay can matter as much as anything you learn in a kitchen. Of course, we still cook. Both chefs put their own spin on Crab Island Seafood Dip. David creates fried taquitos featuring Mexican Street Corn Crab Dip and shrimp, with salsa falsa, mole amarillo, salsa macha, charred corn, pickled onion and cilantro. Nelly brings his culinary perspective to a Causa à la Limeña featuring Crab Rangoon Dip, crab, avocado, pickled onion, quail egg, ají ricoto and olives. It's part farewell, part celebration and a conversation about the friendships this industry creates—and how those relationships can continue long after two chefs stop sharing the same kitchen or the same city. The Companies Helping Shape Hospitality Metro Foodservice Solutions - Commercial-grade storage, transport, and workflow systems that help professional kitchens operate efficiently. RAK Porcelain USA - Professional tableware built for performance, durability, and presentation at the highest level. TriMark USA - North America's largest foodservice design, equipment, and supplies provider, helping operators build smarter, more efficient kitchens. Testo North America - Precision measurement and food safety solutions designed for professional hospitality operations. Crab Island Seafood - Florida-based manufacturer of premium seafood dips and spreads inspired by coastal flavors. Citrus America - Commercial juicing solutions delivering consistency, speed, and quality to foodservice operators. Cahaba Club – Growing exceptional herbs, edible flowers, and specialty produce that bring fresh flavor and vibrant presentation to our studio kitchen. Shogun Farms - produces premium Florida wild boar through ethical sourcing, humane raising, and a natural feeding program that delivers exceptional flavor from farm to table. Walk-In Talk Media proudly supports organizations making a measurable impact on hospitality professionals and communities across North America and beyond. Operation BBQ Relief - Disaster response through hot meals served by culinary volunteers across the country. Sustainable Supperclub - Community driven dining experiences focused on sustainability, food access, and social impact. The Burnt Chef Project North America – Supporting mental health awareness and wellbeing throughout the hospitality industry.   Industry Events & Media Partnerships Florida Restaurant Show - Official Media Partner delivering on-site coverage of operators, suppliers, chefs, and hospitality innovation throughout the Southeast.  New York Restaurant Show - Official Media Partner highlighting the people, products, and stories shaping hospitality across the Northeast.  California Restaurant Show - Official Media Partner covering West Coast hospitality innovation, culinary trends, and foodservice leadership.  Pizza Tomorrow Summit - Official Media Partner covering the latest innovations, leadership, and growth in the pizza industry.  U.S. Culinary Open -Official Media Partner documenting one of America's premier live culinary competitions and the chefs competing at the highest level.  Creative Loafing Tampa Bay - Regional media partner sharing stories from the people, restaurants, and events shaping Tampa Bay's hospitality community. About Walk-In Talk Media Walk-In Talk Media is an industry-recognized B2B food and hospitality media company focused on chef-driven storytelling and real conversations inside the business of food.  Through cinematic video, photography, podcasting, documentaries, and live event coverage, Walk-In Talk Media highlights the chefs, operators, brands, and organizations shaping the future of hospitality.  From Michelin-starred chefs and independent restaurants to manufacturers, distributors, and industry associations, Walk-In Talk Media exists to tell the stories moving hospitality forward.      

Vita Vea is staying in Tampa Bay after landing a new extension with the Buccaneers. We break down what the deal means for Vita, Jason Licht and a Bucs organization that continues to reward its homegrown stars with second contracts and beyond.Then we turn to the roster bubble. Is Chris Braswell running out of time to prove he belongs? Could Jack Pyburn's NCAA eligibility drama change his future in Tampa Bay? Plus, Todd Bowles says the backup quarterback job is “up for grabs,” setting up another important battle before final cuts.

The 2026 NFL season is upon us, and there may be no division more difficult to forecast than the NFC South. Tampa Bay looks to remain the team to beat, but Atlanta believes it's ready to break through... Carolina is building around a young foundation, and New Orleans is searching for a path back to contention. Game Preview Guy dives into the quarterback situations, coaching pressures, and why this division could produce one of the NFL's biggest surprise teams this season. Atlanta Falcons (01:04) Carolina Panthers (12:53) New Orleans Saints (25:43) Tampa Bay Buccaneers (36:23)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Monday Night Football Thursday, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys react to all things ball as they look ahead to Thursday's double header with the Raiders taking on the Texans and the 49ers taking on the Chargers. They're joined by the newest member of the Colts Keenan Allen who talks about his process as an older vet and why he chose Indianapolis as his new home. The Authority of College Football Pete Thamel stops by to discuss the 5 for 5 ruling and players on NFL squads heading back to college for their fifth year; Buccaneers Nose Tackle Vita Vea joins the boys a day after signing a 1-year, $30M extension to keep him in Tampa Bay for the next two seasons; Jr NFL Insider Ian Rapoport joins the show from Nantucket to discuss his relationship with Sr NFL Insider Adam Schefter, possible moves that could be made by the Texans, and every thing else around the league; lastly, College Gameday Host Rece Davis adds his thoughts on the 5 for 5 ruling for college football, NIL, and his favorite for the upcoming college season. Make sure to subscribe to ⁠youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow⁠ (http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow) or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who are the fantasy football players who could actually win you your league in 2026? Ryan Wormeli, Pat Fitzmorris and Jake Ciely break down 10 players with legitimate league-winning upside, ranging from early-round stars to late-round sleepers who could massively outperform their ADP. Kenneth Walker III could be headed for a monster workload in Kansas City, while Malik Willis brings one of the most intriguing late-round rushing ceilings at quarterback. Brock Bowers could take another massive step forward, Jonathan Brooks could emerge as Carolina's lead back, and Emeka Egbuka has a chance to become Tampa Bay's true WR1. If you're preparing for your 2026 fantasy football draft, this is a show you don't want to miss. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Kenneth Walker III - 0:02:48 Malik Willis - 0:07:38 FantasyPros Draft Assistant - 0:14:15 Brock Bowers - 0:14:41 Jonathon Brooks - 0:19:48 Emeka Egbuka - 0:26:10 Signed Colston Loveland Jersey Giveaway - 0:30:31 Tyler Allgeier - 0:30:57 Luther Burden III - 0:36:06 Makai Lemon - 0:43:21 2026 FantasyPros Fantasy Fest - 0:48:01 Jameson Williams - 0:48:34 KC Concepcion - 0:54:42 Finding Players with Upside - 0:58:25 Outro - 1:02:22 Helpful Links: Draft Wizard - Dominate your fantasy football draft with Draft Wizard. Run fast mock drafts, test different strategies, build custom cheat sheets, get pick-by-pick draft advice, and learn your leaguemates' tendencies before draft day. Just download the FantasyPros App or head to fantasypros.com/draftwizard Start Your Free FantasyPros Premium Trial - https://www.fantasypros.com/free/ -Get three days free to unlock premium draft tools, rankings, analysis, and personalized advice. Watch and Subscribe to The Tailgate - https://www.youtube.com/@tailgatenfl - Just friends talking football. Get NFL storylines, weekly analysis, giveaways, and more from the FantasyPros team. Subscribe to FantasyPros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@fantasypros - Watch the latest fantasy football rankings, mock drafts, sleepers, breakouts, and draft advice. Support the FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast - https://www.fantasypros.com/review/ - Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help support the show. Real-Time ADP - Track up-to-the-minute draft trends across all major platforms: https://fantasypros.com/realadp View the Latest Fantasy Football Rankings - https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/rankings/ - Compare expert consensus rankings, tiers and player values before making your draft-day decisions. Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! Discord – Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat BettingPros Podcast – For advice on the best picks and props across both the NFL and college football each and every week, check out the BettingPros Podcast at bettingpros.com/podcast, our BettingPros YouTube channel at youtube.com/bettingpros, or wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kimmer, Pete and Flounder put their NFL knowledge to the test trying to name the six teams not represented by cities. New England, Minnesota, Arizona, Carolina, Tennessee and Tampa Bay—sounds easy, right? Not when you’re on the clock! A hilarious round of Holy Crap Pete Davis Has a Game.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Vita Vea saga finally reaching a resolution — a reworked deal that tacks on $30 million in new money, bumping this year to $24 million and adding a 2027 season at the same number, for $48 million total over two years. They dig into why this was always the likely outcome despite the trade rumblings, what it means for a front seven that could now be one of the league's best, and the obvious next question: does this open the door for a Baker Mayfield extension? Rick shares new detail from his conversation with Mayfield on why the QB set his own negotiation deadline, and breaks down where the Bucs and Baker's camp are still apart on years and guarantees. Plus, an odd wrinkle in training camp: undrafted rookie Jack Pryburn, who had two sacks in the preseason opener, now has the option to return to college for another year of eligibility under a new court ruling — Rick and Steve weigh whether an NFL practice squad spot beats a shot at boosting his draft stock back in school.On the Rays, Tampa Bay held off a late Toronto push for a 7-6 win, with Yandy Diaz going deep again and Bryan Baker working through his own hot streak in the ninth — even as the pitching staff keeps taking its lumps in the late-August grind. And with hockey on the mind, Steve notes the Lightning's first preseason game is exactly a month away, kicking off a discussion of roster questions up and down the lineup heading into training camp. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2026 NFL season is upon us, and there may be no division more difficult to forecast than the NFC South. Tampa Bay looks to remain the team to beat, but Atlanta believes it's ready to break through... Carolina is building around a young foundation, and New Orleans is searching for a path back to contention. Game Preview Guy dives into the quarterback situations, coaching pressures, and why this division could produce one of the NFL's biggest surprise teams this season. Atlanta Falcons (01:04) Carolina Panthers (12:53) New Orleans Saints (25:43) Tampa Bay Buccaneers (36:23)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Zest is nominated for Best Podcast. To vote, please click on this link, select "entertainment" and then select "podcast." Thanks in advance!All summer long, WUSF is highlighting interesting food trucks in the Tampa Bay region. And one is a taco truck with a niche: Everything they sell is 100 percent plant-based. It's called The Meatless Mexican. Our colleague Sky Lebron spoke with co-owners Paul Zampieri and Jodie Kurrle. You can watch a video of The Meatless Mexican here. Thanks to our pals at The Bay Blend for sharing this story.

The “Sage of Tampa Sports,” Ira Kaufman, joins No Off Days to break down the Buccaneers, what we've learned heading into the season and what could make or break Tampa Bay's year. Plus, we continue our NFL countdown with previews of the NFC East and AFC West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2026 NFL season is upon us, and there may be no division more difficult to forecast than the NFC South. Tampa Bay looks to remain the team to beat, but Atlanta believes it's ready to break through... Carolina is building around a young foundation, and New Orleans is searching for a path back to contention. Game Preview Guy dives into the quarterback situations, coaching pressures, and why this division could produce one of the NFL's biggest surprise teams this season. Atlanta Falcons (01:04) Carolina Panthers (12:53) New Orleans Saints (25:43) Tampa Bay Buccaneers (36:23)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which fantasy football players should you draft before their ADP rises? Alfredo Brown, Andrew Erickson and Tera Roberts break down five players they are willing to draft ahead of ADP before prices climb during peak draft season. The crew discuss why A.J. Brown has overall WR1 upside in New England, how Chris Godwin could become a major draft-day value if he is healthy in Tampa Bay, and why Juwan Johnson is one of the best late-round tight end targets in fantasy football drafts. Timestamps (may be off due to ads): Intro - 0:00:00A.J. Brown’s WR1 Overall Upside - 0:00:32Josh Jacobs as a Discounted RB1 - 0:03:27Chris Godwin’s ADP Could Spike Soon - 0:07:27Jonathon Brooks’ Rising Fantasy Value - 0:11:49FantasyPros Draft Intel - 0:17:14Juwan Johnson as a Late-Round Tight End Target - 0:17:50Outro - 0:23:24 Helpful Links: Draft Wizard - Dominate your fantasy football draft with Draft Wizard. Run fast mock drafts, test different strategies, build custom cheat sheets, get pick-by-pick draft advice, and learn your leaguemates' tendencies before draft day. Just download the FantasyPros App or head to fantasypros.com/draftwizard Start Your Free FantasyPros Premium Trial - https://www.fantasypros.com/free/ -Get three days free to unlock premium draft tools, rankings, analysis, and personalized advice. Watch and Subscribe to The Tailgate - https://www.youtube.com/@tailgatenfl - Just friends talking football. Get NFL storylines, weekly analysis, giveaways, and more from the FantasyPros team. Subscribe to FantasyPros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@fantasypros - Watch the latest fantasy football rankings, mock drafts, sleepers, breakouts, and draft advice. Support the FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast - https://www.fantasypros.com/review/ - Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help support the show. Real-Time ADP - Track up-to-the-minute draft trends across all major platforms: https://fantasypros.com/realadp View the Latest Fantasy Football Rankings - https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/rankings/ - Compare expert consensus rankings, tiers and player values before making your draft-day decisions. Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! Discord – Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat BettingPros Podcast – For advice on the best picks and props across both the NFL and college football each and every week, check out the BettingPros Podcast at bettingpros.com/podcast, our BettingPros YouTube channel at youtube.com/bettingpros, or wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dodgers are under the microscope as Mark Walter faces a federal criminal investigation, raising fresh questions about the franchise's financial power and the advantages that have allowed Los Angeles to keep spending aggressively. The conversation turns to whether anything could actually threaten the Dodgers, why their biggest free-agent misses barely slow them down, and the fantasy scenario rival fans would love to see if ownership were ever forced to sell. Steve Cohen also addresses the Mets' trade deadline and makes it clear he remains committed to David Stearns despite questionable offseason decisions. Plus, the Yankees' biggest American League threats are ranked, with Boston, Tampa Bay and one very familiar enemy looming over October. The Jets get a grim Geno Smith prediction, and Tiki Barber gets an unexpected reminder of just how heavily he was used during his playing career.

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Wednesday. Munaf Manji and Dave Essler open their Wednesday, August 19 episode with a full betting agenda, running through a day baseball card before settling into five marquee night games and closing with a detailed look at the Baltimore Ravens win total for the coming NFL season. The show opens at 0:10 with a recap of Tuesday, where a best bet on the Astros fell short as the club managed only one run, while a late addition on the Blue Jays cashed after the market spent the afternoon leaning that direction. The Brewers also delivered a 22 run outburst on a first team total over, and both hosts agree the size of the margin does not change the value of the win. From there the guys turn to Wednesday's slate, beginning at 2:30 with Sandy Alcantara and the Marlins visiting Aaron Nola and the Phillies in an NL East matchup with the total set at eight and a half. Essler leans toward the over given a Phillies lineup that has seen plenty of Alcantara over the years, while Manji reinforces the pick by noting the first two games of this series both cleared ten combined runs and Miami carries one of the stronger road over rates in the league this season. At 4:44 the focus shifts to the Yankees and Orioles, Will Warren opposing Chris Bassitt, where the hosts back the over behind a red hot Bassitt since returning from the injured list and a notable gap in Warren's ERA between day games and night games. At 7:47 the crew previews Logan Gilbert and the Mariners against Dustin May and the Brewers, leaning toward a first five under behind Gilbert's strong seasonal trend in that split and questions about whether Milwaukee's offense stays hot after its outburst the night before. At 10:52 the Nationals and Rangers get a look, Cade Cavalli opposing Kumar Rocker, with both hosts siding with Washington as an underdog given Rocker's recent decline and a soft feeling total that Manji suggests attacking through a Nationals team total over. At 13:34 the Astros and Angels close out the marquee card, Ethan Pecko making his first major league start for Houston against Walbert Urena and the Angels, with both hosts landing firmly on the Angels given the price attached to an unproven starter and Urena's strong personal history against this Astros lineup. Around 16:16 the guys touch on a handful of additional angles, including an under lean in Cincinnati between the Reds and Cardinals and a first five lean on Cleveland behind one of the more reliable arms on the schedule this season. At 18:10 the show pivots to football, and the hosts spend real time on Baltimore's win total of eleven and a half following an 8 and 9 season that kept the Ravens out of the playoffs. They discuss the arrival of new head coach Jesse Minter, the free agent addition of pass rusher Trey Hendrickson, and a schedule that both hosts believe sets up favorably through the middle of the season and into a division heavy closing stretch. Essler walks through the week by week matchups in detail, while Manji highlights Derrick Henry, Zay Flowers, and Mark Andrews as offensive pieces who could push the Ravens toward the higher end of their projected win range. Both hosts ultimately back the over on Baltimore, agreeing that a first year coaching staff typically buys the roster some patience regardless of immediate results. The episode closes with the day's best bets, a first five under between the Blue Jays and Rays built around a dominant WHIP from Tampa Bay's starter and a resurgent veteran arm for Toronto, and a Nationals team total over built around a Rangers starter who has struggled both at home and after dark in his recent outings. The hosts wrap by previewing tomorrow's show, which covers the final NFL win total of their series on the Los Angeles Rams alongside a lighter Thursday baseball slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down a wild 7-6 win over the Orioles that snapped the Rays' three-game skid and avoided a home sweep — a slugfest that saw Coby Mayo crush one of the longest home runs in Tropicana Field Statcast history off a returning Shane McClanahan, who battled back on a strict pitch count in his first start off the IL. The Rays answered with home runs of their own, including Jorge Mateo's first as a Ray and one from Yandy Diaz, and closer Bryan Baker logged a rare five-out save to lock it down. With the win, Tampa Bay pushes its AL East lead to six games at 75-49 as the Blue Jays roll into the Trop for a three-game series.On the Bucs side, Rick and Steve recap a scorching first day back at practice, with Emeka Egbuka still walking around in a boot on his injured toe and Jalen McMillan nursing a knee issue — leaving a thin receiver room ahead of Saturday's home preseason game against Kansas City, the Bucs' only preseason game at Raymond James Stadium. They discuss how much action Baker Mayfield and the starters might actually see, the ongoing Jalon Daniels quarterback battle and roster math at backup QB, and where things stand with Vita Vea's holdout as the Bucs look ahead to Cincinnati in the season opener. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Tuesday. Munaf Manji and Dave Essler sit down on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, opening at 00:11 with a plan to run through the day's baseball card before turning to the next NFL win total on the board, the Buffalo Bills at ten and a half. Essler joins at 00:50 fresh off a rough night with a Braves team total, then lights up over a Frank Thomas rookie card pull from a fresh box, sparking a short conversation about grading costs, centering, and how AI and celebrity involvement have pushed the trading card market toward pricier autographed, numbered parallels. At 02:25, Manji delivers a scheduling note, confirming this is the final week of the show before it shifts into its football format, with a Thursday props pod, a college football podcast alongside Lante, a Monday morning recap paired with a Monday Night Football preview, and a full weekend preview show on Fridays taking its place, while the current format returns after the new year. The baseball breakdown begins at 04:13 with the Yankees at the Orioles, Carlos Rodon opposing Shane Baz at a total of eight and a half, where Essler leans toward the Yankees team total while Manji sides with Baltimore on the moneyline, pointing to New York's struggles with runners in scoring position and Rodon's recent return from the injured list. At 08:09, the Blue Jays visit the Rays, Jose Soriano against Nick Martinez at seven and a half, with both hosts warming to Toronto behind Soriano's strong two starts and a struggling Tampa Bay bullpen. At 12:16, the Tigers travel to Pittsburgh to face the Pirates, Keter Montero opposite Braxton Ashcraft at a total of eight, where Essler favors a first five under while Manji likes Detroit's plus money given its league best road record since the All Star break. At 17:06, the Padres meet the Mets, Robbie Ray against Zack Thornton at eight and a half, with both hosts landing on the first five over given shaky command from both starters. At 21:16, the card closes with the Mariners in Milwaukee against the Brewers, Bryce Miller opposing Kyle Harrison at seven and a half, where Manji highlights Miller's poor road form and a Sunday Night Baseball fade angle to back the Brewers team total over three and a half. Essler runs down the rest of the day's slate at 25:36 before the conversation turns to football at 29:23, where the hosts dig into the Buffalo Bills win total of ten and a half. They walk through a 12 and 5 season a year ago, an AFC East runner up finish behind New England, a wild card win over Jacksonville, and an overtime divisional round exit in Denver, before previewing new head coach Joe Brady, the addition of DJ Moore at receiver, and a defense under new coordinator Jim Leonard that both hosts see as the swing factor for the season. They break down the schedule in detail, from the Week 1 trip to Houston through a manageable home stretch, a West Coast swing, and a difficult December run, ultimately agreeing the over is the right side if Josh Allen stays healthy. At 39:22, the hosts remind listeners about the pregame.com picks package and a seasonal discount before wrapping with best bets at 41:38, Essler backing the Astros team total over four and a half against the Angels and Manji sticking with the Brewers team total over three and a half against the Mariners. The show closes at 46:08 with Essler hoping his card collection has one more gem waiting inside, and Manji confirming the crew returns tomorrow with more picks and analysis as the season rolls on toward the football schedule ahead. Promo NFL50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cade Klubnik got only two preseason drives, but it was enough to leave Evan Roberts intrigued and wondering why Aaron Glenn pulled him so quickly. With Geno Smith sitting out because of an ankle issue, Klubnik showed enough against Tampa Bay to separate himself from Bailey Zappe and Brady Cook, even if Evan is not ready to call for a change at starter. Tiki Barber explains why giving Klubnik too much preseason runway could create an unwanted quarterback controversy if the rookie starts building momentum. Evan still believes Geno is the better option to open the season, but if the Jets spiral later in the year, Klubnik could quickly become the quarterback everyone wants to see.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Tampa Bay Buccaneers preseason opener in New York, where Tampa Bay held out its starters and let backup QB Jaylen Daniels take over in the 2nd half — and he delivered, going 10-for-15 for 111 yards with a rushing touchdown while engineering a pair of comeback scoring drives. The guys explain why Todd Bowles kept Baker Mayfield and the first team out of the game (joint practices with the Jets did most of the work, and that brutal MetLife Stadium turf didn't help), then spotlight the standouts: rookie safety Ayden Garnes' pick-six, corner Damarion Williams' 11-tackle night, and Elijah Roberts flashing as a run-stopper. They also flag a rocky special teams debut for new coordinator Danny Smith, give an update on Emeka Egbuka's turf toe, and preview Saturday's home game against Kansas City — the one preseason tilt with no joint practices, meaning the real starters should finally see the field. Plus, Rick and Steve dig into where things stand on a Vita Vea extension and Baker Mayfield's new contract.Then it's over to the Rays, who followed a nine-game road winning streak by dropping three straight to the Orioles at home, blowing bullpen leads in excruciating fashion all weekend. Shane McClanahan is activated tonight as Tampa Bay looks to salvage the finale and avoid the sweep before a road trip back to Baltimore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coach Anthony Becht sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about the values he looks to instill into his kids. In addition, we talk about how coaching is similar to parenting. We move into his career by talking about winning Coach of the Year this past season in the UFL. He shares the lessons he learned as a player in the NFL, being a broadcaster and now a coach. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Anthony Becht  Anthony Becht is the Head Coach of the Orlando Storm. Selected in the first round (27th overall) by the New York Jets in the 2000 NFL Draft, Becht played 11 seasons at tight end in the NFL, also spending time with Tampa Bay, St. Louis, Arizona, and Kansas City. From 2000 to 2010, he played in 152 consecutive games. It is the third longest streak in the NFL over that time period behind only Brett Favre and Peyton Manning. Following his playing career, Becht worked as a college football analyst for ESPN and hosted the New York Jets pregame show before being promoted to their radio color analyst in 2024.  In addition, He also coached Tight Ends in the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl before accepting the same position with the San Diego Fleet of the Alliance of American Football in 2018.A graduate of West Virginia, Becht was inducted into the school's Hall of Fame in 2024. In addition, he received the John Russell Award. Plus, he was named the Mountaineer's Most Valuable Player in 1999. Becht also served as a Trust Captain for the NFLPA Trust from 2015-20 and remains Legends Community Southeast Coordinator. Becht and his wife, DeeAnn have a son and daughter. Make sure you follow Anthony on Instagram over at @anthony_becht. Fore Fathers Is This Week's Sponsor  From the boardroom to the back nine, barbecues to bath time, changing diapers to changing the oil, we offer beautifully designed, thoughtfully tailored, ultra-comfortable, and original polos for Dads of all shapes and sizes. Inspired by what it means to be a father, we celebrate the joys of this adventure with fun and friendly Dad apparel meant to be worn as a Dad badge of honor! Check out all of the Fore Fathers gear at shopforefathers.com.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more. 

When we linger in God's presence, our deepest spiritual hunger is satisfied. To linger is to stay longer than necessary because you simply don't want to leave. Psalm 42 reminds us that our souls thirst for the living God. In this message, Pastor Shaun Nepstad challenges us to slow down, stay close, and discover what happens when we make room to truly encounter God. Thank you for enjoying this full service with worship and a life changing message from Radiant Church. We pray this moves you closer to Christ and encourages you. For more life changing resources, visit us at www.weareradiant.com. Subscribe to our channel: https://youtube.com/weareradiantchurch To give online: https://weareradiant.com/give/ View the sermon notes for this message here: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=Bkaunbkwfl Spanish translation messages are available on our Radiant Church Español YouTube channel. Visit https://weareradiant.com/espanol to watch and subscribe. Moving people towards Christ, Community and Calling. This is the vision of Radiant Church, led by Pastor Aaron Burke and based in Tampa Bay, FL. —— Stay Connected Website: https://weareradiant.com Radiant Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weareradiant/ Radiant Church Instagram: http://instagram.com/weareradiant/ Musicbed Sync ID: MB01AWKYZYFMD6D MB01KRCBIJAARER MB018X2HYIZAMF0 MB016GXFLX660SO MB01ED7YSJ7JI9Y MB01R8F0BT5A9Q9 MB014NSSHVQBFDL MB01D42JRTQNYQJ MB01WNZDIVCVSQQ MB01LHEXE1PXOAB MB01P3JXL8LQRTQ MB01J403HWPUZWT

Tampa Bay, Florida and the world at large, we're back. This week, Anna quits her job to pursue other endeavors in Philadelphia. We debate the use of Flock cameras and choosing safety over liberty. Later, Lauren Bobert and her clan are a mess after her son is arrested and Will considers joining the WNBA following some former NBA players declaring themselves eligible for the WNBA draft. Hear that on the Substack. Sign up for free to sign up.We will be back live on Wednesday at 6:00PM over at WillsYouTube.comWe do an extra half hour on our Substack that is uncut and uncensored, hope to see you there, it's free to join.Get in touch with the show and leave a voice or text message at: (813) 693-2124 or shoot me an email at thehomemadebroadcast@gmail.comLINKS: https://linktr.ee/hmbradioThe #HMB airs Sunday's on Sunshine FM 96.7 in downtown St. Petersburg & anywhere in the world at Radio St. Pete @ 6:10PM & Monday's at 10:15PM or on demand via your favorite podcast app, just search “HMBradio Tampa Bay”.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers rested every starter, fell behind 10-0 and still rallied past the New York Jets 24-16 in their 2026 preseason opener.We break down Jalon Daniels leading two second-half touchdown drives, Ayden Garnes' 47-yard pick-six, Jack Pyburn's two-sack performance and strong nights from Elijah Roberts, Rashad Wisdom and Damarion Williams.We also discuss the concerns surrounding special teams, Tampa Bay's depth run game, Connor Bazelak, Chris Braswell and the latest injury updates on Emeka Egbuka and Jake Browning.

Sitting with one of the most interesting and energized leaders in football, Liam Coen chops it up with the fellas during training camp for an honest conversation about his rise through the coaching ranks, the people who shaped him, and the lessons he's carrying into his second year in Jacksonville. Taking a 4-13 team to 13-4 in his first year as head coach is quite the feat but it also comes with high expectations in year two. Coen opens up on his approach, how he plans to capitalize on veteran talent and utilize young playmakers in every game-plan.  Coen takes us through the viral moments of his first year, on and off the field, and gives us an inside look into his journey from college football to the NFL, the success he found in Tampa Bay working with Baker Mayfield, and the impact of learning under Sean McVay. He opens up about his coaching philosophy, the evolution of his career, the one regret that haunts him still and how those experiences have prepared him for his opportunity to lead the Jaguars. He also gets personal, talking about his close relationship with his dad, the role family has played throughout his journey, and the sacrifices behind becoming an NFL head coach. With Trevor Lawrence and a young Jaguars team entering a pivotal season, Coen discusses his expectations, the identity he wants to build, what he sees in his team, and what it will take to take the team to the next level. A conversation about the journey, family, mentorship, leadership, and the pressure and opportunity that comes with building something from the ground up.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers' preseason opener against the Jets at MetLife Stadium, breaking down who's likely to play and who's held out. Expect several key veterans to sit (Baker Mayfield, Chris Godwin, and Tristan Wirfs among them), while rookies and young players trying to make a mark get extended run — first-round pick Rueben Bain Jr., backup QB Jalon Daniels, undrafted corner Ayden Garnes, edge rusher David Walker returning from a torn ACL, and running back Josh Williams. Rick shares what it meant to Garnes and Daniels to finally take the field in the NFL.Then it's mailbag time. Rick and Steve field listener questions on how long teammates will stay patient with Vita Vea's contract holdout, the Bucs' biggest weakness heading into the season (hint: it's cornerback depth), Rick's most memorable preseason game after decades on the beat (a trip to Tokyo for the 2002 American Bowl), whether the Rays are a lock to win the AL East, whether a title run helps secure stadium funding, and which Tampa Bay team — Bucs, Bolts, or Rays — is most likely to bring home the next championship.Plus a look ahead: the Rays return home from a 9-0 road trip to host the Orioles in a four-game series this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Embrace the exhibition games! Join Chris Welsh, Andrew Erickson and Pat Fitzmaurice as they outline what to watch for in Week 1 of the NFL Preseason! The guys dive into the biggest camp news of the week, including Emeka Egbuka’s injury scare in Tampa Bay, the latest report surrounding Puka Nacua and Josh Jacobs, and Kyler Murray officially being named QB1 over JJ McCarthy in Minnesota. Will the Los Angeles Chargers roll out a running back-by-committee approach? How does the Houston Texans' new offensive line gel? Plus, what rookies have the most to prove? The "Tailgate" ravish in the return of real football! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00Trending NFL News & Notes - 0:03:37Emeka Egbuka (WR - TB) - 0:03:47Puka Nacua (WR - LAR) - 0:07:53Kyler Murray (QB - MIN) & J.J. McCarthy (QB - MIN) - 0:17:01Omarion Hampton (RB - LAC) - 0:22:38Laremy Tunsil (OT - WAS) - 0:28:34LaDainian Tomlinson Signed San Diego Chargers Jersey Giveaway - 0:32:00What To Watch for This Week - 0:33:16Arizona Cardinals vs. Las Vegas Raiders - 0:33:41Los Angeles Chargers vs. Houston Texans - 0:38:09Other Thursday NFL Preseason Storylines - 0:40:39Friday NFL Preseason Storylines - 0:45:25Los Angeles Rams vs. Kansas City Chiefs - 0:48:23Jacksonville Jaguars vs. New Orleans Saints - 0:51:52Other Saturday NFL Preseason Storylines - 0:54:41Outro - 0:58:19See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Yankees' biggest problem may soon be figuring out who actually plays. Shaun Morash explains why the returns of Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Cody Bellinger could create a brutal lineup crunch, especially with Spencer Jones and George Lombard Jr. forcing their way into the conversation. Shaun believes Jones has shown enough to deserve a major role and argues the Yankees may even need to consider unconventional October lineups to keep their best bats on the field. Shaun also refuses to give up on the AL East despite Tampa Bay's surge, pointing to the Yankees' remaining head-to-head opportunities. With the Bronx energized by its young players and the pitching staff built for a short series, he sees a legitimate path to a deep postseason run.

The Yankees suddenly look alive, and Shaun Morash is buying back in. After another dramatic comeback and a surge fueled by George Lombard Jr. and Spencer Jones, Shaun argues this team feels different from the stale Yankees of recent Octobers. The pitching remains dominant, struggling bats are waking up, and the Bronx has rediscovered its energy. Shaun hosts while Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber are away and explains why a healthy return for Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Cody Bellinger could make the Yankees a legitimate World Series threat. He also tackles the looming Spencer Jones roster crunch, whether New York can still chase down Tampa Bay, concerns about the bullpen, and Major League Baseball's maddening TV maze. The next big test is whether this momentum survives once the Yankees' stars return.

Ken and Anthony dissect a Baker Mayfield clip from Jarvis Landry's "Fourth and South" podcast in which Mayfield credits John Dorsey, Elliot Wolf, and Alonzo Highsmith for changing the Browns' culture but says "not everybody was trying to help us win," and try to figure out who he's subtly targeting. Ken pushes the theory that Mayfield is talking about Myles Garrett, pointing to Jimmy Haslam letting Mayfield have input on hiring Freddie Kitchens as head coach and framing it as payback for the front office favoring Garrett, while Anthony argues Mayfield was speaking to locker-room dynamics generally, name-checking Odell Beckham Jr. and questioning whether Deshaun Watson could even be the target since they were never in the building together. They also touch on Mayfield noting Tampa Bay's Week 2 home game against Cleveland is "circled" on his schedule, debate whether Andrew Berry fits the criticism despite reaching the playoffs with Mayfield, and needle each other over accusations of "gaslighting" the audience with dueling theories.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down a strong finish for the Buccaneers in their second joint practice against the Jets, highlighted by an efficient Baker Mayfield, a two-minute drill touchdown to Cade Otten, and a defense that shut the door when it mattered. Rookies Ted Hurst and cornerback Ayden Garnes flash in big moments, while the guys also discuss the scary injury scare to Emeka Egbuka's toe and what it could mean for Tampa Bay's receiving corps heading into preseason play. They also preview Friday's preseason opener against the Jets and who's likely to sit.Then it's over to baseball, where the red-hot Rays just completed a historic 9-0 West Coast road trip — one of only two times in MLB history an East Coast team has swept a nine-game West Coast trip. Rick and Steve dig into Tampa Bay's spot atop the American League, Junior Caminero's chase for the home run title, new addition Jorge Mateo, Nick Martinez's complete-game gem, and why this Rays squad might be one of the most fun — and best — in franchise history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Ratcliffe previews the Seattle Seahawks and Tampa Bay Buccaneers for fantasy football purposes in 2026. He kicks things off with the defending Super Bowl champs and breaks down why Sam Darnold is a decent superflex option, the outlooks for Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Rashid Shaheed, and why he's confident in Jadarian Price at his current cost. Jeff then heads to Tampa to talk about how he's approaching the backfield, Baker Mayfield's outlook, and which WR other than Emeka Egbuka he's interested in this year. Get Jeff's content: FTN Fantasy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Geno Smith throws three interceptions in the Jets' first joint practice against Tampa Bay, immediately igniting fears that his turnover problems could wreck New York's season. Shaun Morash and Tiki Barber question Smith's decision-making and warn that Aaron Glenn's “promised land” declaration could become one of the most mocked quotes in Jets history if the quarterback struggles. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber.

Geno Smith's nightmare joint practice against Tampa Bay immediately raises every concern about the Jets quarterback situation. After three early interceptions, Shaun Morash and Tiki Barber question Smith's decision-making, revisit Aaron Glenn's infamous “promised land” declaration and explain why the Jets could be setting themselves up for immense failure. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber. The Giants inspire far more optimism as Jaxson Dart enters Year 2 under John Harbaugh, leading to a wild New York sports debate: who will ultimately leave the greater legacy, Dart or Yankees phenom George Lombard Jr.? Plus, the Knicks' newly revealed schedule puts LeBron James in Madison Square Garden for their banner celebration, sparks debate over the NBA's Christmas Day strategy, and creates the possibility of a massive Knicks-Yankees conflict on October 20.

Tera Roberts, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Derek Brown break down six fantasy football wide receivers you may regret passing on in 2026 drafts. The crew highlights wideouts with strong ADP value, breakout upside, and paths to outperform their current draft cost. Find out why Jameson Williams could build on back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons, why A.J. Brown has top-five fantasy upside in his new offense, and why Emeka Egbuka can emerge as Tampa Bay’s true WR1. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)Intro - 0:00:00Jameson Williams - 0:02:01AJ Brown - 0:05:10Emeka Egbuka - 0:07:59Draft Simulator - 0:10:00Parker Washington - 0:10:26Christian Watson - 0:12:42Josh Downs - 0:16:49 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) Draft Wizard - Dominate your fantasy football draft with Draft Wizard. Run fast mock drafts, test different strategies, build custom cheat sheets, get pick-by-pick draft advice, and learn your leaguemates' tendencies before draft day. Just download the FantasyPros App or head to fantasypros.com/draftwizard Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! Discord – Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat Leave a Review – If you enjoy our show and find our insight to be valuable, we’d love to hear from you! Your reviews fuel our passion and help us tailor content specifically for YOU. Head to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts and leave an honest review. Let’s make this show the ultimate destination for fantasy football enthusiasts like us. Thank you for watching and for showing your support – https://fantasypros.com/review/ BettingPros Podcast – For advice on the best picks and props across both the NFL and college football each and every week, check out the BettingPros Podcast at bettingpros.com/podcast, our BettingPros YouTube channel at youtube.com/bettingpros, or wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.