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Tampa Bay Buccaneers Mike Evans Was Key Domino | Bucs Still Logical Choice For Baker Mayfield Tampa Bay Buccaneers bringing back Mike Evans was the biggest domino to fall this offseason - but how will that play into everything else? While Baker Mayfield is having his name thrown around as a potential target for multiple teams, Evan believes Tampa is the only team that makes sense What should Bucs fans look for when the negotiating window opens on Monday when it comes to moves made by Jason Licht?   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers and quarterback Baker Mayfield were reportedly a long way off on negotiations now there's a new report saying that may not be true Former Bucs safety  Jordan Whitehead has spent a lot of time on social media posting old highlights of him from his Tampa days. Is he pushing for a reunion with Todd Bowles and Antoine Winfield Jr?  Which pending Bucs free agents should the Bucs bring back and which should be shown the door?     Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers used the franchise tag on Antoine Winfield Jr - which is a win for both sides but likely not the deal Winfield will play on Some Bucs fans are interested in pursuing former Seahawks and Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson now that he's available, but that's not a good idea Mike Evans' contract details have emerged and it's a great one for the Bucs in 2024    Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Mike Evans Agree To Deal | Bucs, Antoine Winfield Jr. 'Zeroing In' On Deal Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Mike Evans agreed to a two year deal worth up to $52-million dollars on Monday according to his agent, Deryk Gilmore. Gilmore told the media Evans texted him over the weekend saying he wanted to be a "Buc for life" Reports of the Bucs and safety Antoine Winfield Jr. getting a long term deal done ahead of the franchise tag deadline looks possible and that the deal would reset the safety market. If Winfield Jr. doesn't get the tag, the Bucs have to place it on Baker Mayfield to ensure he doesn't go anywhere as his market continues to gain interest   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' wide receiver Mike Evans apparently has a list of things he wants in whatever team he goes to according to his agent, Jordan Schhultz of Bleacher Report said over the weekend. However, this list may have the opposite effect the agent is hoping for. Jeremy Fowler of ESPN wrote about a lot of the Bucs rumblings he heard at the scouting combine from Antoine Winfield Jr's new deal, the potential that Evans gets the franchise tag, and Carlton Davis being up for trade Two listeners submitted mock draft and went in very different directions  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Lavonte David Confident He Can Play, But No Discussions With Bucs Yet | Mailbag Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David was on Good Morning Football and talked about how confident he is coming off last season that he still has plenty left in the tank - but that there haven't been any conversations with Jason Licht about a deal yet and he's open to seeing what's out there Mailbag questions open the door to discuss Todd Bowles' job security, what to do at tight end, exploring free agent linemen, and the top draft priority if the Bucs find an edge rusher in free agency  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Mike Evans To Have Smaller Market Than Predicted? | Jason Licht Slips Up? Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Mike Evans may not have the booming market some believe in terms of interested teams due to his age while Baker Mayfield doesn't make sense for most teams needing a quarterback Jason Licht interestingly omitted Devin White's name when listing off all the players the Bucs would like to bring back - a sign that there is no interest on his part in a reunion? How do the Bucs go about replacing Shaq Barrett next season?  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Release Shaq Barrett | Licht, Bowles Talk About Mike Evans, Baker Mayfield Tampa Bay Buccaneers are releasing edge rusher Shaquil Barrett after five years with the team. Shaq was a vital part of the Bucs' Super Bowl win but has seen his production drop the last two years Jason Licht and Todd Bowles had plenty to say about the Bucs re-signing Mike Evans and Baker Mayfield and fans should be encouraged by the direction things are heading as Licht has no problem putting a "strain" on the finances in order to ensure Evans retires a Buccaneer Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Need To Keep Chase McLaughlin, Greg Gaines | Scouting Combine Set To Start Tampa Bay Buccaneers pending free agents Chase McLaughlin and Greg Gaines are both important pieces for the Bucs to bring back but for very different reasons. We get into why the Bucs can't afford to risk getting back into the kicker market and why Gaines' return is best for the team Jason Licht and Todd Bowles are both set to speak at the NFL Scouting Combine on Tuesday. Don't expect either to say anything earth shattering about Mike Evans or Baker Mayfield - and temper expectations when you hear about who the Bucs have spoken with in Indianapolis  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Have More Money Than Expected | Mike Evans Wants To Retire A Buc | Mock Draft Tampa Bay Buccaneers GM Jason Licht has more money to play with than we originally thought after the NFL announced a salary cap of $255.4-million dollars for 2024. So how can the Bucs use that money to bring back Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, Antoine Winfield Jr., and Lavonte David? Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reported that there have been talks and there is mutual interest between the Bucs and Evans to make sure he retires a Buc - but are he and Mayfield a package deal? We talk about three different mock drafts that have the Bucs going wide receiver in the first round to replace Mike Evans - and it's a bad idea   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David spoke on the Ronnie and TKras show on WDAE about his future with the team saying his preference is the Bucs or retirement.David also spoke about the Bucs' pending free agents and which of them should get priority in the signing process.More listener questions bring up Carlton Davis and Dalvin CookFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Tampa Bay Buccaneers added three more coaches to their staff - how will they impact the team and whose impact will be felt the most?Mailbag questions roll in and we talk about my favorite draft prospect for the Bucs, Lavonte David's future, and whether or not the Bucs should be favored to win the division againFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Mike Evans Status Should Be No Surprise | Tagging Antoine Winfield No BrainerTampa Bay Buccaneers and receiver Mike Evans not making any progress on negotiations at this stage should come as no surprise. While the two sides still want to stick together, letting Evans test the market seemed to always be part of the plan.There's risk in allowing him to do that, so if Evans leaves who are some players the Bucs may pursue to replace him?Giving Antoine Winfield Jr. the franchise tag is a no brainer for the Bucs - and will help them beyond just this seasonFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Mike Evans "Far Apart" On Contract | Evans' Free Agent Options | Don't PanicTampa Bay Buccaneers and star receiver Mike Evans remain "far apart" on contract talks according to Jordan Schultz of Bleacher Report and now Evans is expected to hit free agency. The contract report could mean quite a few different things as far as the progression since last year.As for hitting the market, what teams would be interested in Evans and can afford - or have a reason - to sign himFinally, it's nowhere near panic time. Jason Licht and his staff will make this happen if both sides want it toFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Chase Edmonds Still Provides Valuable Depth | Bucs Focus On Edge In Mock DraftTampa Bay Buccaneers running back Chase Edmonds is set to hit free agency. We talk about what he did last season, the value he brings, what he lacks, and whether or not the Buccaneers should re-sign him for next season.Mock Draft Monday brings us a mock from Dan Parr who helps the Bucs' edge rush with a player compared to Micah ParsonsFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Tampa Bay Buccaneers pending free agent Devin White has done some great things for this franchise - but also left a sour taste in the mouths of many fans. We take a deep dive into what White brings to the team, where he's lacking, and decide whether or not the Bucs should try to keep himFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Tampa Bay Buccaneers have plenty of positions that need to be addressed one way or another this off-season - but which are the most important?Baker Mayfield's return is not a sure thing - so what do the Bucs do if he walks?Antoine Winfield Jr or Mike Evans? We play the worst game of "Would You Rather" in historyFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Bruce Arians Talks Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans | Overlooked Bucs Free AgentsTampa Bay Buccaneers senior advisor Bruce Arians spoke with our own Evan Closky about his retirement, upcoming quarterback evaluations, and of course Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans, saying he can't imagine Evans ever wearing a different uniformThere's been a lot of talk about Bucs free agents Mayfield, Evans, Antoine Winfield Jr., and Lavonte David - but who are some overlooked players that the Bucs have to bring back?Obviously outside signings will happen too, so who are some players Evan is eyeing as good fits in Tampa?Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Talks With Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans To Start Soon | Franchise Tag CandidateTampa Bay Buccaneers' top two free agents are Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans - and Mike Garafolo took to NFL Network on Super Bowl Sunday to talk about the status of those conversations and when things may be ramping upThe Bucs still have the franchise tag option if they choose to use it - but it wouldn't be best to use it on Evans or Mayfield. So which Bucs player is the best candidate for the tag?Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Need To Pursue Haason Reddick | What A Trade Could Cost | Mock Draft MondayTampa Bay Buccaneers should be very interested in pursuing Philadelphia Eagles' edge rusher Haason Reddick as he's been granted permission to seek a tradeIt cost the Bucs a Third Round pick and a swap of Fourth Round picks in 2018 for Jason Pierre-Paul, so what would the compensation be for Reddick and how can the Bucs afford the cap hit?Mock Draft Monday brings us James' first stab at making a pick in this situational mock draftFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…