Podcast appearances and mentions of Vita Vea

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1 loss to the Royals to start their 4-game series as the bats are cold once again. Plus your mailbag questions on Bucs' Reuben Bain Jr. plus Baker Mayfield and Vita Vea's contracts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Sam Cohen breaks down the biggest storylines in Tampa Bay sports, including whether the Tampa Bay Buccaneers did enough this offseason to contend and the contract situation surrounding Vita Vea. Plus, Greg Auman joins the show to talk Bucs football, while Sam also dives into the Tampa Bay Rays' inconsistency, reacts to the Tampa Bay Lightning trading Darren Raddysh, and discusses the United States men's national soccer team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Sam Cohen discusses Vita Vea's contract situation, what he's worth to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and why he's holding in during minicamp.

Greg Auman of FOX Sports joins Sam Cohen to discuss the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' newest additions, the contract situation surrounding Vita Vea, and expectations for Tampa Bay heading into the 2026 season.

Everyone is talking about when Baker Mayfield will sign his next deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers—but he's not the only Buccaneer seeking more money before the 2026 season begins. The contract situation surrounding Vita Vea just became one of the biggest storylines in Tampa Bay. The two-time Pro Bowler is entering the final year of his current deal and is reportedly holding in as he pushes for a new contract. And after recent deals around the NFL, the defensive tackle market has shifted dramatically. Jordan Davis is now making $26 million annually. Then Jeffery Simmons completely reset the market with a massive extension from the Tennessee Titans worth roughly $33 million per year. So where does Vita Vea fit? Chris Mathis breaks down why Vea absolutely deserves a raise, why he's still one of the most important players in Todd Bowles' defense, and why trading him makes little sense for Tampa Bay. At the same time, Chris explains why Vea isn't in the same tier as Simmons—and why the Buccaneers must carefully balance rewarding a cornerstone player without overcommitting long-term. What is Vita Vea really worth? $22 million per year? $24 million? $25 million? That's the question facing Tampa Bay. And with training camp approaching, the pressure to find an answer is only growing.

MetLife Stadium may still make money, but the latest World Cup pitch complaints raise a bigger problem for Giants fans: is the home field becoming an embarrassment the team cannot ignore? Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.The Big Question: Is MetLife Stadium a real Giants problem or just an overblown player complaint? The answer is probably both: FIFA may say the field is playable, but when World Cup players, NFL players, and Giants fans all keep circling the same stadium complaints, the issue becomes bigger than one surface.Drew and Rob spend the first half of the show on MetLife after Adrien Rabiot and Vinicius Junior criticized the pitch and FIFA defended the stadium conditions. The conversation quickly moves beyond grass vs. turf into the broader problem: the NFLPA's F- field grade, the bland fan experience, the stadium's lack of identity, and why Giants fans still compare it unfavorably to old Giants Stadium.The second half shifts into roster construction. The Giants are getting heavier under John Harbaugh, and the hosts debate whether that means the team is finally building a more physical identity or just changing the average because of roster churn.Paulson Adebo also gets a spotlight after strong spring reports. The debate is not whether Adebo has talent — it is whether he can actually become the CB1-level player the Giants need after last year's injury comeback season.The final stretch hits two roster ideas: Najee Harris as a possible Devin Singletary replacement and Vita Vea as a defensive tackle name to monitor if Tampa Bay's contract situation gets worse. The hosts are clear that Vea is not a Giants trade story yet, but the Kayvon Thibodeaux angle makes the hypothetical hard to ignore.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballsAll episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Nick Wize opens this hour by tackling one of the biggest decisions facing the Buccaneers front office: what should Tampa Bay do with Vita Vea? Nick breaks down two very different paths for the franchise. One option involves trading the All-Pro defensive tackle while he still has significant value, potentially bringing back a third-round pick and additional compensation. The other involves rewarding one of the team's most important players with a lucrative extension that could help keep the Bucs in playoff contention now, but create financial headaches down the road. Which path gives Tampa Bay the best chance to win both today and tomorrow?

On this packed edition of The Nick Wize Show on 95.7 FM WDAE, Nick dives headfirst into the ultimate Tampa Bay Buccaneers dilemma: what do you do with Vita Vea? The Vea Drama: Nick breaks down the financial realities of either trading the defensive anchor (looking for a 2nd-Round Pick) or extending him. Extending him, keeps the Bucs in the playoff hunt now but it could turn out to be an overpay by the end of the deal. Nick responds to the "Hold In" rumors, takes your phone calls, and explains why he wants to keep Vea in Tampa—even if fans are begging for a hard rebuild reset. Can We Admit...?: Producer Tim puts Nick on the hot seat with rapid-fire questions uncovering the hard truths about the Tampa Bay Rays' recent skid, Team USA's World Cup outlook, and the Bucs' true celling. The CFB Hall of Fame Ballot: Nick and Tim sort through a list of legendary college football players to build their definitive ballots. Did they agree? Where did they disagree & why? World Cup Ticket Game: Rock Riley, Chris Mathis, and producer Tim face off in a hilarious, high-stakes game of The Price Is Right: World Cup Ticket Edition to see who can guess the cheapest seats on the market.

After laying out potential trade scenarios involving Vita Vea earlier in the show, Nick Wize opens the phone lines and discovers Buccaneers fans are split on the future of the star defensive tackle. Some callers see a trade as the first step toward a necessary roster reset, while others believe moving Vea would be a major mistake for a team still capable of winning now. Nick shares why he's firmly in the camp of keeping Vea in Tampa, while also acknowledging that many fans appear ready to hit the reset button sooner rather than later.

The future of Vita Vea may ultimately determine the future direction of the Buccaneers. Nick Wize kicks off the show by presenting two compelling scenarios: cashing in on Vea's trade value while there's still a market, or signing him to an extension that keeps the Bucs firmly in the playoff hunt. Nick weighs the risks and rewards of each strategy, discussing whether Tampa Bay should prioritize maximizing its current Super Bowl window or protecting itself from a potentially costly contract that could become difficult to justify in a few years.

Vita Vea is having contract hold in and some big time headlines during the 6AM Hour including an EXCITING TIE

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers first day of minicamp as Vita Vea is attending but not partipating, Baker Mayfield discussed last season and his contract status and Todd Bowles discussed Baker's health. Plus the Rays continue their series with the Dodgers and Lionel Messi gets his first career World Cup hat trick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeremy breaks down the 2026 Buffalo Bills schedule to project their total touchdown output, finishing with a surprising prediction. They also discuss Vita Vea's contract holdout in Tampa Bay and Calvin Johnson's belief that Puka Nacua could break his single-season receiving record. 01:36 - Vita Vea Contract Holdout 03:54 - Baker Mayfield Analysis 05:24 - NFL Receiving Records 09:51 - Bills Touchdown Projections 14:16 - Joe Brady on Golf

This episode featured everything that makes Tampa Bay sports radio great: strong opinions, spirited debate, and passionate fan interaction. Nick Wize challenged Vita Vea's contract stance, defended Baker Mayfield's leadership, questioned the reaction to Lavonte David's comments, and offered a measured evaluation of the Rays after their loss to the Dodgers. The show also featured a SEC football win total challenge and a lively debate about whether Brendan Sorsby could be a worthwhile addition to the Buccaneers through the supplemental draft. Throughout the program, listeners helped shape the conversation with calls and texts that kept the debates going from start to finish.

Nick Wize opens the show with a fiery take on Vita Vea's decision to hold in during Buccaneers minicamp. While Vea is entering the final year of a massive four-year, $71 million contract, Nick argues that players should honor the agreements they signed. Is it fair for a player to seek more money before fulfilling the final year of a deal? Nick explains why he believes contracts should work both ways and why this trend continues to frustrate fans.

The Rays are back and is it time to panic, is Bakers contract going to be an issue moving forward, and Vita Vea may hold out?

Rhett and Evan break down what stands out from the Bucs schedule release, including the toughest stretches of the season, key NFC South matchups, primetime opportunities, road tests, trap games, and the games that could tell us the most about where this team is headed under Todd Bowles.We're not doing full win-loss predictions just yet, but we are taking a closer look at the matchups that matter most for Baker Mayfield, Chris Godwin, Emeka Egbuka, Bucky Irving, Tristan Wirfs, Vita Vea, Antoine Winfield Jr., YaYa Diaby, Rueben Bain Jr. and the rest of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers roster.The Bucs' 2026 opponents include major home games against the Packers, Vikings, Browns, Steelers, Chargers, Rams, Falcons, Saints and Panthers, plus road trips against the Bears, Lions, Ravens, Bengals, Cowboys, Falcons, Saints and Panthers. That means plenty to discuss, from division games to potential playoff measuring sticks.

Dive into the heart of the NFL Draft as we break down the top defensive tackle prospects, from massive run stuffers to high-upside athletes. With verified measurements shaking up boards and rumors swirling about medicals and team interests, this episode uncovers the traits that could make or break these linemen's pro careers. Whether it's Peter Woods' elite athleticism or Dante Corleone's loyalty to his hometown program, we explore what sets them apart. Analyzing prospects like Grayson Halton, Dante Corleone, and Caleb Banks, including their PFF grades, injury histories, and Senior Bowl performances. Discussing key news: Arm length verifications for Spencer Rattler and others, plus draft rumors on teams like the 49ers and Vikings targeting specific positions. Highlighting character stories, from Corleone's blood clot recovery to Woods' faith-driven journey and academic achievements. Debating the value of pure run defenders in a pass-heavy NFL and potential pro comps like Vita Vea or Vince Wilfork. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. Subscribe, rate, and review on your favorite platform to never miss our draft breakdowns—your feedback helps us grow! Follow us on social for more Packers insights. #PackersDraft #NFLDraft2026 #DefensiveTackles To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast

Dive into the heart of the NFL Draft as we break down the top defensive tackle prospects, from massive run stuffers to high-upside athletes. With verified measurements shaking up boards and rumors swirling about medicals and team interests, this episode uncovers the traits that could make or break these linemen's pro careers. Whether it's Peter Woods' elite athleticism or Dante Corleone's loyalty to his hometown program, we explore what sets them apart. Analyzing prospects like Grayson Halton, Dante Corleone, and Caleb Banks, including their PFF grades, injury histories, and Senior Bowl performances. Discussing key news: Arm length verifications for Spencer Rattler and others, plus draft rumors on teams like the 49ers and Vikings targeting specific positions. Highlighting character stories, from Corleone's blood clot recovery to Woods' faith-driven journey and academic achievements. Debating the value of pure run defenders in a pass-heavy NFL and potential pro comps like Vita Vea or Vince Wilfork. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. Subscribe, rate, and review on your favorite platform to never miss our draft breakdowns—your feedback helps us grow! Follow us on social for more Packers insights. #PackersDraft #NFLDraft2026 #DefensiveTackles To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast

Brock and Salk share some laughs about the very long Mike Macdonald pause during their conversation yesterday and compare it to the pause in their interview from a couple of years ago with former UW defensive tackle Vita Vea. They then dive further in to Sam darnold, and the idea of viewing him more as a football player rather than a quarterback specifically. In Blue 88, Brock takeas a look at some of the attitude that Mike Macdonald has learned from John Schneider, what led to the end of Pete Carroll's time with the Raiders and which head coaching job would be most enticing for Klint Kubiak.

In today's press conference we take a comment on the Bucs chances against the Rams on Sunday, Vita Vea's play recently and Mike Norvell's job security at FSU.

Detroit Lions Podcast: Defense, Depth, and a Dominant Bye Week The Detroit Lions enter their bye week at 5-2 after handling the Tampa Bay Buccaneers under the Monday night lights. In this week's episode of Bischoff and Brown, the focus shifts from celebration to evaluation. The hosts dive deep into how the Lions' defense, led by coordinator Kelvin Shepherd, delivered a statement performance despite missing key starters. The show also unpacks Jared Goff's uneven night, the continued emergence of Alim McNeil, and how role players like Nick Whiteside stepped into the spotlight when Detroit needed them most. Kelvin Shepherd's Defense Takes Center Stage The Lions' 24-9 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was built on defensive discipline and depth. With their top four defensive backs sidelined, Kelvin Shepherd and his unit produced one of the best defensive showings of the NFL season. The secondary, jokingly dubbed “The Legion of Whom,” held Baker Mayfield to under 200 passing yards and a season-low quarterback rating. Shepherd's mix of disguised pressures, rotating coverages, and aggressive gap fits completely neutralized Tampa Bay's offense. The defensive line dominated from the opening whistle. Alim McNeil, back from injury, made an immediate impact, collapsing the pocket from the interior and freeing up Aidan Hutchinson and the edge defenders to generate consistent pressure. McNeil's ability to anchor against the run and push through double teams allowed Detroit's blitz packages to hit home. Depth players like Nick Whiteside and Eric Hallett showed they belong, filling in for injured starters and playing with energy and precision. The hosts emphasize how different this defense looks under Shepherd compared to past seasons. The scheme is flexible, personnel-driven, and rooted in teaching—something the Lions lacked in earlier iterations. If Detroit can maintain this defensive identity while regaining key contributors like Brian Branch and Terrion Arnold after the bye, it could cement them as one of the NFC's most complete teams. Jared Goff and the Offense Search for Balance While the defense carried the night, the offense had its share of uneven moments. Jared Goff faced relentless interior pressure from Vita Vea and struggled to find rhythm early, finishing with modest numbers by his own high standards. Offensive coordinator John Morton's play calling drew mixed reviews, particularly on third downs, where Detroit remains 0-for-20 this season on third-and-10 or longer. Still, when the Lions needed a spark, they got it from Jahmyr Gibbs, whose 78-yard touchdown run broke the game open. The hosts agree that while the offense isn't firing on all cylinders, Goff's efficiency and composure remain constants. The bye week should give Detroit time to refine its protection schemes, redistribute touches, and reintegrate playmakers like Jameson Williams and David Montgomery into the rhythm of the attack. The episode closes with optimism. The Lions enter their bye with confidence, balance, and a clear identity. With Kelvin Shepherd's defense ascending, Alim McNeil healthy, and Jared Goff in command of a veteran offense, Detroit is positioned not just for a playoff run—but for sustained success down the stretch of the NFL season. https://youtu.be/QoEvNxtcPsU Get yourself a Classic Detroit t-shirt here! http://shirt.detroitlionspodcast.com Don't miss our great merch selection in the Detroit Lions Podcast store. Looking for the relief that CBD products can bring? Click here: https://bit.ly/2XzawlG Get your Lions Gear at: https://bit.ly/2Ooo5Px As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases made here: https://amzn.to/36e2ZfD Donate Direct at: https://bit.ly/2qnEtFj Join the Patreon Crew at: https://bit.ly/2bgQgyj #lions #detroitlions #detroitlionspodcast #onepride #allgrit #LionsDefenseDominates #NextManUpMentality #UnfamiliarHeroes #ByeWeekMomentum #DefensiveIdentityShift Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Saints game this weekend as Bucky Irving, Chris Godwin and Haason Reddick will all miss the game. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Vita Vea, Bucs injuries, replay review, should Jason Licht trade for an edge rusher and Rays trades. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

First, whatever Baker…. Now, moving on.It's been a while since our Boys in Black & Gold have been 1-6. Kinda reminds us of old times…But, we know what this year is, so question is: Will we see our Saints bounce back and at least perform better this week than last? Obviously, we want the W, but an upset/win would be lagniappe at this point. We get into what we want to see in this one and what we think we'll actually see.The McCoy injury, for one, is scary - add Vita Vea literally on top of that injured spot, and man, can already feel the involuntary cringe. BUT, they're banged up too, right??EITHER WAY, we have some young guns that can build on promising starts, and we get a chance to see if Rattler can answer the bell or if we get closer to Shough-ing oysters.Also, of course, Corey has a LOCK that the guys actually feel good about. (Yes, we have said that before…) We've asked it every week now it seems like, but…”COULD THIS BE THE WEEK?!” (Also, controversy brews over the parameters of his Labubu requirements. Serious stuff).TUNE IN! WHO DAT?!#28to3 #28to3Podcast #NeverForget #NewOrleans #NewOrleansSaints #NFL #NOLA #Saints #WhoDat #WhoDatNation

San Francisco 49ers (4-1) vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-1) — NFC Showdown in Week 6!Two division leaders. Two gritty, battle-tested teams. The 49ers head to Tampa after a thrilling OT win over the Rams on Thursday Night Football, while the Bucs ride high after Baker Mayfield led a dramatic road win in Seattle. Both teams are dealing with major injuries, yet continue to find ways to win.In this preview, we break down every key storyline heading into Sunday's matchup

Headlines and 12th Man news with GREGG BELL (Tacoma News Tribune) The Seahawks host the Bucs Sunday at their normally scheduled time and the Bucs are dealing with a lot of injuries. What injuries are the Hawks dealing with and what's the latest? Vita Vea is no joke, how concerned should we be about this Bucs defense? Will the commitment to the run continue? We get Gregg's key to the game. :30- ICYMI Rick Neuheisel: we get Neuheisel's thoughts on some of the weekend's big matchups :35- Chuck makes his fact or fiction pick :45- The Mariner face the Tigers in the ALDS, so we preview! We can't forget that this Tigers team had the best record in all of MLB at one point, but what stands out is the August collapse. Let's not be fooled, they just beat the Guardians in the wildcard and they are ready to go.

Headlines and 12th Man news with GREGG BELL (Tacoma News Tribune) The Seahawks host the Bucs Sunday at their normally scheduled time and the Bucs are dealing with a lot of injuries. What injuries are the Hawks dealing with and what's the latest? Vita Vea is no joke, how concerned should we be about this Bucs defense? Will the commitment to the run continue? We get Gregg's key to the game. :30- ICYMI Rick Neuheisel: we get Neuheisel's thoughts on some of the weekend's big matchups :35- Chuck makes his fact or fiction pick :45- The Mariner face the Tigers in the ALDS, so we preview! We can't forget that this Tigers team had the best record in all of MLB at one point, but what stands out is the August collapse. Let's not be fooled, they just beat the Guardians in the wildcard and they are ready to go. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12th Man Roundtable with HUGH MILLEN and GREGG BELL (Tacoma News Tribune) The Seahawks are 3-1 with the Buccaneers coming into town on Sunday. They got a much-needed win in Arizona last Thursday night and earned some extra rest. What changes have we seen in the offense if any and what would the guys like to see? Nick Emmanwori returns this weekend, how big of a deal is it? :30- We continue with the Roundtable and discuss the matchups that worry us when the Bucs come to town and the matchups the Hawks can take advantage of. :45- We wrap up the roundtable with our Seahawks/Bucs predictions and one last thought from Hugh. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines and 12th Man News with GREGG BELL (Tacoma News Tribune) The Seahawks have a tough talk ahead of them on Sunday when the Bucs come to town. Could Nick Emmanwori be ready to go on Sunday and how big of a factor will he be in his first game? :30- The Mariners are scrimmaging today and tomorrow and they aren't the only ones, Philadelphia and Milwaukee will do it as well. Do we have any concerns with the inter-squad games? :45- It's time to get Reckless at Breakfast! Selecting the right starter for game 1 is a BIG decision and with limited information on Bryan Woo's injury, should Logan Gilbert get the start on Saturday? Keep in mind, your game 1 starter would pitch again if a game 5 was necessary… Luis Castillo has been notably better at home than on the road, so should he start game 2? His lefty/righty splits are far more exaggerated and that should be a concern because all of our guys are better at home than on the road. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keith Howard returns after the opening month of the season for a recap of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, plus weighing in on NFL kicking, kickoffs, overtime rules, and everything wrong with the NFL schedule. Get 400+ premium podcasts by signing up at www.UTHDynasty.com as a General Manager PLUS subscriber. Also, get access to exclusive shows and deep data dive content from Chad Parsons (and a VIP Chat with the best dynasty owners on the planet) by signing up as an All-Pro at www.Patreon.com/UTH. Thanks for listening and keep building those dynasties! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac spend some time with former Atlanta Falcons quarterback, and now analyst for the Atlanta Falcons Radio Network Dave Archer! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Dave discuss how Dave felt about the atmosphere for the home opener, get Dave's overall takeaways from the game, talk about how Jeff Ulbrich used Divine Deablo in a way that allowed him to be an impact player yesterday, discuss if all the blame for yesterday's loss should be placed on kicker Younghoe Koo, talk about the Falcons' offensive line struggling to block Vita Vea, Kyle Pitts making some big plays and big catches late in the game, and Dave also explains to Falcons fans why they shouldn't panic after yesterday's loss.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers season opening game in Atlanta this weekend. How will the offense do without Chris Godwin and Tristan Wirfs, what to expect from the revamped defense who could be without Vita Vea and the impact of a first game against a divisional foe. Plus the Rays win their 7th straight games as they are just 2 games out of the AL Wild Card and Cowboys' Jalen Carter gets ejected for spitting before playing a snap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We kicked off the second hour of the show with more Falcons discussion as we are set to kick off Week 1 on Sunday. Vita Vea and Haasan Reddick are not practicing for the Bucs, but what could that mean for an already depleted Bucs roster? Mike then discussed a famous person he ran into yesterday at Home Depot before we tossed it over to talk some NFL action as we went In The Huddle to whip around the league.

We kicked off the second hour of the show with more Falcons discussion as we are set to kick off Week 1 on Sunday. Vita Vea and Haasan Reddick are not practicing for the Bucs, but what could that mean for an already depleted Bucs roster?

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays resurgence as they won their 6th straight game to move just 2.5 games out of the final Wild Card spot with 23 games to play. They are being led by Junior Caminero who now has 40 home runs and 102 RBI. Plus the Buccaneers have released their first injury report and Vita Vea is on it after not practicing on Wednesday. Hassan Reddick also missed practice for personal reasons. Also Pat Maroon is staying in Tampa Bay as he is now a Brand Ambassador for the Lightning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carl and Mike come back with more thoughts on the Falcons and Bucs season opener an discuss some of the injuries both teams are dealing with, highlighting recent reports of Tampa defensive lineman Vita Vea missing practice on Wednesday with an apparent foot injury. And while they acknowledge Vea may likely still be suiting up and in action on Sunday, they agree the Falcons will need their "young guys to step up".

A deep dive into Todd Bowles' blitz-heavy scheme and the players poised to make the Bucs a defensive powerhouse.We put the Bucs' defense under the microscope, exploring the evolution of Todd Bowles' scheme, the impact of adding pass-rusher Haason Reddick, and how young players like Calijah Kancey, YaYa Diaby, and Zyon McCollum are poised to take the next step. Can this defense become a top-10 unit and carry Tampa Bay deep into the postseason?In this episode, we talk about:* How Head Coach Todd Bowles is evolving his blitz-heavy defensive scheme for the upcoming season.* The massive impact new edge rusher Haason Reddick will have on the entire defensive line.* The young, ascending talent in the secondary, including Zyon McCollum and rookie Benjamin Morrison.* The critical veteran leadership of foundational pieces like Vita Vea and Lavonte David.* Whether the Buccaneers have the firepower and depth to become a legitimate top-10 defense in the NFL.—Timestamps:0:00 - Intro: The Famous Creamsicle Uniforms1:28 - The Todd Bowles Philosophy: A Deep Dive into the Bucs' Defensive Scheme4:47 - Defensive Line: How Haason Reddick's Arrival Unlocks Everyone Else7:15 - Analyzing the Interior Threats: Calijah Kancey, Logan Hall & Vita Vea10:20 - Linebackers: The Critical Role of Veteran Lavonte David15:15 - Secondary Breakdown: Can the Young Talent Step Up?17:50 - The New-Look Nickel Position with Tykee Smith & Jacob Parish22:05 - Strengths vs. Weaknesses: Why Pass Rush Stats Didn't Equal Success Last Year24:30 - The Biggest Concern for the Bucs' Defense This Season26:55 - Final Verdict: Can This Defense Make Tampa Bay a True Contender?—» Join Felix and me each Wednesday as we dive deep into the game we love!MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe, like, and share articles.—© 2025 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.matchquarters.com/subscribe

Skylar Thompson balled out in the Steelers final preseason game. Many people believe that Rudolph vs. Thompson should be a real battle. 60% of Twitter voters believe Thompson is better than Rudolph. Even Charlie Batch said that Thompson deserves a shot to be the backup. Josh Rowntree joined the show. Josh says that Skylar Thompson is better than Mason Rudolph, and he is currently playing better than Mason Rudolph. He also says that 37U is a good landing spot for Mason Rudolph. Josh also says that he has broadcasted 37U football before. Bryant McFadden joins the show. McFadden says that saying Skylar Thompson is better than Mason Rudolph is a "hot take". He also says that he wouldn't say that Yahya Black is the next Vita Vea, or at least not just yet. McFadden says that somebody wants to fight Poni every week. He also says that he has been watching the 37U highlights.

Mark Kaboly joins the show. Mark says that Yahya Black looks like the real deal. He says that his run stopping ability reminds him of Cam Heyward. Mark says that Poni's Vita Vea comparison is premature. Mark says that the Steelers still need Keeanu Benton out there. Could Callas take down Bechtold in an Oklahoma drill? Mark does not think that Skylar Thompson is better than Mason Rudolph. Derrick Harmon is expected to be out about a month. Mark thinks that Skylar Thompson will get cut. Mike Tomlin was not happy with the starters on defense yesterday. Mullsy says that he's very intrigued with Broderick Jones' performance yesterday, and says that Broderick was very active and did not get beat much. Mark says that he thinks that Cam Johnston has always had the punter battle won.

Bryant McFadden joins the show. McFadden says that saying Skylar Thompson is better than Mason Rudolph is a "hot take". He also says that he wouldn't say that Yahya Black is the next Vita Vea, or at least not just yet. McFadden says that somebody wants to fight Poni every week. He also says that he has been watching the 37U highlights.

Yahya Black had a two sack game last night. Poni immediately has a Poni take as he thinks Black is the next Vita Vea. Vea apparently approached Poni after the Bucs-Steelers preseason game last week and was, for a lack of a better word, motivated by what Poni may or may not have said.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers joint practice with the Steelers which Tampa Bay dominated so much that Mike Evans, Lavonte David and Baker Mayfield won't play in Saturday's preseason game. Plus Todd Bowles comments on Vita Vea and your mailbag questions about Baker Mayfield, who makes the roster, statues at Raymond James Stadium, Hugh Culverhouse and the Rays call up Bob Seymour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo recap the Steelers' joint practice with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Acrisure Stadium. The explain how key matchups including Jalen Ramsey vs. Mike Evans and Zach Frazier vs. Vita Vea provided the big highlights for the day; why this practice may be the most work Aaron Rodgers gets against another team in the NFL preseason; Kaleb Johnson's need to improve in pass protection if he hopes to challenge for playing time in the backfield with Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell; Baker Mayfield's stern test for DBs including Ramsey, Joey Porter Jr. and Darius Slay Jr.; and the continued excellence of defensive rookies Derrick Harmon and Yahya Black.

Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray gave his takeaways from the joint practice today with the Buccaneers. How much pad crunching did we get? Ray said Vita Vea and Zach Frazier was a fun matchup. There was a near skirmish on a punt. Which team got the most out of this? The guys asked Ray about what we should expect to see from Kaleb Johnson in the second preseason game after an underwhelming first game. Where are things at with the Cam Heyward negotiations? Has Cam tarnished his legacy? Will the Steelers add a WR before we reach Week 1? Ray said there is an argument to be made that Chris Boswell is as impactful as Heyward.

Pro wrestling Hall of Famer Jake ‘the Snake' Roberts joined the show. Jake told the guys what he loves most about coming back to Pittsburgh – he will be in town Saturday night for the Riverhounds game. He said Jim Duggan and The Undertaker are two guys he usually he road to different towns with. Jake told an infamous Haku story, where he bit a guy's nose off. Jake said he got into the snake gimmick because he was a big fan of Ken Stabler. Oddly enough, Roberts is terrified of snakes. Jake was part of the iconic Austin 3:16 promo, losing to Steve Austin in the King of the Ring final in 1996. He had an insane Andre the Giant story, where the big man drank 2 cases of beer in a 2-hour car ride. Jake said he hated the Steelers in the 1970's and Lynn Swann was his least favorite. The guys asked Jake to reflect on the life and career of Hulk Hogan. Jake shared a story that he was in a program with Hogan, but the fans started turning on the Hulkster, so the idea got squashed. Roberts said he had a knack for putting promos together and told us his strategy of putting some notes down. Jake talked about his famous DDT finishing move and how it has become more of a transition move in today's wrestling. Jake told the guys a few of his favorite guys to work with. What was the worst injury Jake suffered in the ring? Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray gave his takeaways from the joint practice today with the Buccaneers. How much pad crunching did we get? Ray said Vita Vea and Zach Frazier was a fun matchup. There was a near skirmish on a punt. Which team got the most out of this? The guys asked Ray about what we should expect to see from Kaleb Johnson in the second preseason game after an underwhelming first game. Where are things at with the Cam Heyward negotiations? Has Cam tarnished his legacy? Will the Steelers add a WR before we reach Week 1? Ray said there is an argument to be made that Chris Boswell is as impactful as Heyward. Total Request Thursday.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correctly on Todd Bowles future as the Buccaneers Head Coach, Shaq Barrett, Vita Vea, NFL schedule, Bucs and Rays stadium conflicts, Lightning prospect Isaac Howard and remembering the Tampa Bay Times building in St. Pete. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shaving Points highlights the 2025 Tampa Bay Buccaneers in this deep dive review!- Buccaneers Film and Stats- Buccaneers Offseason Moves- Buccaneers Draft Class- Buccaneers 2025 Depth Chart- Buccaneers Futures BetsThe boys talk Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, offensive line, Vita Vea, Calijah Kancey, Yaya Diaby, Antoine Winfield Jr., the All-22 tape, and more! #nfl #football #buccaneers

he Los Angeles Chargers return to SoFi Stadium to host an injured but dangerous Tampa Bay Buccaneers team. Can the defense once again rally the Chargers to victory as the offense tries to survive another week? How will Justin Herbert fare with a new set of injuries and the loss of Will Dissly? All that and more on today's preview show. 0:00 Show Start 06:00 Jesse Minter Vs Liam Coen 10:19 Khalil Mack Vs Tristan Wirfs 14:45 Chargers Passing Attack Vs Banged Up Bucs Secondary 18:55 Quentin Johnston Hype?? 22:18 Bucs Dangerous Mentality 27:10 Vita Vea & Calijah Kancey 33:20 X Factors Kimani Vidal & Stone Smartt 45:00 Fan Superchats Make sure to join up as channel members at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnSd0Mx4BHUXlpxVegCoOg/join To make your selections, go to PrizePicks.com/GUILTY and use code GUILTY for a first deposit match up to $100! Follow us on Twitter! Podcast: @GACPodcast17 Steven: @StevenIHaglund Tyler: @tylerjschoon Tyler's Patreon: https://patreon.com/TylerSchoon?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink #BlueWireVideo #NFL #Chargers #NFLPodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Beau Week on Green Light kicks off with Beau's former teammates Vita Vea and Scotty Miller. Vita joins to reminisce on their time together in Tampa Bay, talk about the Bucs chances in 2024, his offseason preparation, the Washington Huskies move to the Big Ten and then surprises Beau with a crazy Super Bowl story that almost ended horribly for Vita. Scotty then talks about his excitement for playing for the Steelers in 2024, being coached by Arthur Smith and Mike Tomlin, catching passes from Russell Wilson and Justin Fields and playing pickleball with Beau. Beau, Dr. Fax and Cowboy end the show giving Minnesota a little love, talking Dr. Fax's viral fishing video and exploring the viability of a 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' sequel. (00:00) - Intro (3:08) - Vita Vea on the 2024 Buccaneers, offseason training, his goal of double digits sacks this season, Washington Huskies in the Big Ten, losing his tooth in a game and nearly losing a battle with food poising during Super Bowl LV! (50:08) - Scotty Miller on the Pittsburgh Steelers, playing for Mike Tomlin, Russell Wilson and Justin Fields as his QBs, watching the TV show 'Receiver' and playing for Arthur Smith again! (1:12:55) - Beau's summer in Minnesota, Dr. Fax's viral fishing videos & Ferris Bueller's Day Off sequel Want your Green Light Merch so you can look exactly like Chris and the fellas? Hit the website below and get kitted! https://stores.kotisdesign.com/yotehouse/products Have some interesting takes, some codebreaks or just want to talk to the Green Light Crew? We want to hear from you. Call into the Green Light Hotline and give us your hottest takes, your biggest gripes and general thoughts. Day and night, this hotline is open. Green Light Hotline: ‪(202) 991-0723‬ Send any Talent Search submissions to: social@chalkmedia.com Include any video of your talents, takes and bits as well as a little bit about yourself. Love hearing from the Green Light fans. Also, check out our paddling partners at Appomattox River Company to get your canoes, kayaks and paddleboards so you're set to hit the river this summer. https://paddleva.com/ Green Light Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/user/951jyryv2nu6l4iqz9p81him9?si=17c560d10ff04a9b Spotify Layup Line: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1olmCMKGMEyWwOKaT1Aah3?si=675d445ddb824c42 Green Light Tube YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgxWFAA-wuB7osdiAJyLOcw Green Light with Chris Long: Subscribe and enjoy weekly content including podcasts, documentaries, live chats, celebrity interviews and more including hot news items, trending discussions from the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, NCAA are just a small part of what we will be sharing with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices