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A HUGE day on The Drive with TKras as Tampa Bay sports takes center stage! 🏴‍☠️ BUCS vs. BEARS ON SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL! Fresh off their shutout victory over Atlanta, Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers head to Chicago for what could be their toughest challenge of the season! Can Tampa Bay's offense deliver under the bright lights? Will the defense rise to the occasion? TKras breaks down the bigges...

It's time to FILL IN THE BLANK! TKras is challenged by Chris Mathis, and NOTHING is off limits when it comes to Tampa Bay sports! The Rays are coming off an incredible 2026 World Series run, but what comes next? What MUST Erik Neander accomplish this offseason? Who is untouchable? And is Junior Caminero ready to become the face of the franchise? Plus, we're making predictions about Nikita Kucherov...

TKras has officially signed a MULTI-YEAR EXTENSION to remain at WDAE and continue hosting THE DRIVE! I couldn't be more excited about what the future holds, and I wanted to share this announcement directly with YOU! This show, this station, and the Tampa Bay sports community mean so much to me. From the passionate calls and texts to the debates, laughs, opinions, and incredible support every singl...

It's time for TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT! TKras is challenged by Chris Mathis, and there are some BIG opinions on the table! After the Tampa Bay Rays' incredible 2026 season and World Series appearance, are expectations officially changing? Is anything short of another American League pennant in 2027 a disappointment? Should Junior Caminero become the face of the franchise, and is it time to make him the...

TKras is joined by TAMPA BAY RAYS PRESIDENT OF BASEBALL OPERATIONS ERIK NEANDER for a BIG conversation about the Rays' incredible World Series run and what comes next for this franchise! After coming so close to a championship, the attention now turns to one of the most important offseasons in recent Rays history. What is the plan this winter? How does Tampa Bay keep this roster competitive? And w...

It's going to be a fascinating night at Benchmark International Arena! The Tampa Bay Lightning host the Detroit Red Wings, but ALL EYES will be on Nikita Kucherov after the shocking news that he has requested a trade. Kucherov has now explained that his frustration stems from a lack of communication and respect during contract discussions with GM Julien BriseBois. Meanwhile, the Lightning have mad...

The World Series run is over, but now the BIG questions begin for the Tampa Bay Rays! What's next for this team heading into the offseason, and what will the roster look like when it's time to take the field again? TKras dives into the biggest offseason storylines surrounding the Rays, including the starting rotation, the lineup, potential roster changes, and the key decisions that could shape Tam...

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are heading to Chicago for what could be their BIGGEST challenge of the season so far! The Chicago Bears are waiting, and this time it's under the bright lights of Sunday Night Football! Can Baker Mayfield and the Bucs offense rise to the occasion? Will Tampa Bay's defense be able to handle the Bears in a tough road environment? And what does this matchup tell us about jus...

Nick Wize and Tim tackle another loaded day of sports, starting with the Buccaneers' continued pursuit of NFC South supremacy as Nick explains why Tampa Bay's elite defense and running game have him close to being convinced, but the struggling passing attack and pass protection remain major concerns. The guys debate whether Chicago or Detroit presents the better opportunity for a Bucs victory, whi...

Nick Wize wraps up the show by revealing his College Football Playoff predictions, separating the 12 teams he believes deserve to make the field from the 12 teams he expects the committee to select. Miami, Georgia, Utah and UCLA headline both of his projections, but there are some interesting differences involving Notre Dame, Indiana, BYU, Alabama, Texas and Ohio State. Plus, Nick poses the big qu...

Nick Wize breaks down what's keeping him from fully buying into the Buccaneers as the best team in the NFC South, pointing directly to their atrocious passing game and struggles in pass protection. While the defense and running game have been outstanding, Nick believes the passing attack is the final piece of the puzzle. Then, the guys debate which upcoming matchup presents the better opportunity...

Florida State has fired Mike Norvell, but is the Seminoles' head coaching job as attractive as it once was? Nick Wize breaks down why FSU's financial deficit and lack of competitive NIL resources could make this one of the toughest high-profile jobs in college football. Nick evaluates a deep list of candidates, from established names like Manny Diaz and Rhett Lashlee to rising Group of 6 coaches l...

Nick Wize defends his skepticism about Drew Rasmussen's future after listeners accuse him of being too negative, explaining why a potential $20 million commitment is a major financial decision for the Rays. But the callers aren't ready to give up on Drew, with one declaring he'll be the anchor of the rotation and another suggesting Tampa Bay would be punting the 2027 season if it doesn't bring him...

Nick Wize questions whether Rays ownership will deliver on its promise to increase spending following the team's World Series run. With Patrik Zalupski's company's stock price down 47% from this time last year, Nick wonders if the financial uncertainty could affect Tampa Bay's offseason ambitions. Then, the conversation shifts to the Gators' debacle against Georgia as Nick puts Tim on the spot abo...

Following Oklahoma's stunning season-opening defeat to East Texas A&M, Nick Wize turns the conversation toward the Rays and their plans for the upcoming season. Erik Neander expressed confidence in Drew Rasmussen anchoring the rotation, while also suggesting Tampa Bay is in a good financial position to be more aggressive after reaching the World Series. Nick remains skeptical that Drew will be the...

Nick Wize continues wrestling with the question of whether the Buccaneers are truly the best team in the NFC South. To put Tampa Bay's standing into perspective, he runs through his NFC Power Rankings and counts EIGHT teams before finally landing on the Bucs! Plus, Nick gives Sunday's Falcons drive chart the ultimate compliment, wanting to hang it up for everyone to admire after such a glorious pe...

Nick Wize and Tim open Tuesday's show debating whether TKras was right to call the Buccaneers the best team in the NFC South! The guys dive into Tampa Bay's impressive defensive numbers and explain why Todd Bowles' unit has become one of the team's biggest strengths, while questioning whether the passing attack can keep up. Plus, Nick and Tim reveal their biggest surprises through eight weeks of t...

The Bucs have a huge test ahead of themselves on SNF, The Bolts superstar has requested a move out of town, big time headlines, some huge reactions and much more!

Kuch will be back at the Mark tonight, a horrible basketball free throw form, and much more from college athletics!

The Bucs have a huge game on Sunday in Chicago on Sunday Night Football, but what can the Bucs do to really challenge the Bears?

Overreaction or proper reaction!

Some big time headlines across the Rays farm system, the Bolts have a big one tonight, and much more!

The Tampa Bay Lightning superstar has requested a trade but will he be moved!?

Big time headlines are in the world of CBB and Sam Cohen has big beef with a mascot!

Where can the Bucs get after the Bears, and where are the holes the Bucs can exploit!