Bleav in Bucs

Jonathan reacts to the Buccaneers’ tough 31-25 loss to the Eagles . He breaks down what the Bucs did well, where things went wrong, and why special teams continue to be a major problem this season. Jonathan explains how the second-half comeback came together, while also digging into the struggles that buried the Bucs early. He highlights how critical mistakes proved more costly in this game than a...

Jonathan gives a full preview of the Bucs vs Eagles game as the Bucs look to start 4-0. He starts by talking about what the Bucs need to do to win. He says the biggest key is stopping the Eagles run game. How will the Bucs hold up for the 2nd game without Calijah Kancey? He then talks about how the Bucs need to make Jalen Hurts beat them with downfield passes. He then talks about what the Bucs nee...

In this episode, Jonathan breaks down the Jets game and how the Buccaneers pulled out the win to improve to 3-0 . He dives into how the revamped offensive line did just enough to secure the victory, while the defense continued to dominate with every unit firing on all cylinders. Jonathan highlights how Baker Mayfield has been the NFL’s clutchest quarterback so far , and why his poise late in games...

Jonathan is joined by Jets beat writer Antwan Staley to break down the Bucs last second win vs the Jets. They break down how the Jets were able to comeback before the Bucs would go for the win. They talk about where each team goes from here. Can the Jets bounce back from a 0-3 start? Are the Bucs legit Super Bowl Contenders. They Talk about what players stood out in the game today. They also break...

In this episode, Jonathan is joined by former NFL cornerback Ellis Hobbs for a wide-ranging football conversation. Ellis shares his journey to the NFL, what’s going through a player’s mind during a 2-0 start, and whether he believes the Buccaneers are true contenders in the NFC. He also breaks down the toughest receivers he ever had to guard, offers insight into what made the legendary 2007 Patrio...

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers pulled off an epic comeback to edge the Houston Texans 20-19 in a thriller. After taking a 14-10 lead, both defenses clamped down. The Bucs’ defense was outstanding, holding the Texans to just 84 rushing yards and 266 total yards of offense. Special teams nearly cost Tampa Bay the game, with a missed 39-yard field goal, a blocked punt deep in their own territory, and a 53-...

In this episode, Jonathan breaks down the Week 2 matchup between the Buccaneers and the Houston Texans. He opens with a look at Tampa Bay’s newly formed offensive line , highlighting just how impressive they were in Week 1. Jonathan then delivers an in-depth scouting report on the Texans roster , analyzing their biggest strengths and key weaknesses. He outlines the formula for a Bucs victory. Esta...

Jonathan breaks down the Buccaneers’ thrilling 23-20 win over the Atlanta Falcons , going in-depth on exactly how Tampa Bay pulled off the victory. He highlights the dominant run defense and explains why it was the key factor in shutting down Atlanta’s offense. Jonathan also spotlights the standout performers on both offense and defense, giving credit where it’s due. Finally, he discusses how the...

In this episode, Jonathan lays out his full season predictions for the Buccaneers, including their final record and which players he expects to break out in 2024. He dives into his stat projections for the offense and defense, then shifts focus to the Week 1 matchup against the Falcons —breaking down the keys to victory and what the Bucs must do to start strong. Jonathan also reacts to the new con...

In this episode Jonathan is joined by Bucs reporter JC Allen to preview the season. They talk about who stood out the most in training camp and should we be more concerned about the Bucs injuries going into the season. They break down the schedule and see where the Bucs may have trouble and where they will thrive. They talk about the defense and how this may be one of the most improved units in th...

In this episode, Jonathan breaks down the Buccaneers’ final 53-man roster, highlighting the most surprising cuts and unexpected players who earned a spot on the team. He dives deep into the roster’s depth chart, analyzing both the offense and defense while pointing out where depth matters most for Tampa Bay this season. Jonathan also reacts to the Bucs’ list of the 50 greatest moments and 50 great...

In this episode, Jonathan breaks down the Buccaneers’ final preseason game, highlighting which players stood out and who may find themselves on the wrong side of the roster bubble as the 53-man deadline looms. He dives into the biggest questions surrounding the team heading into the regular season. Is the defensive line depth strong enough? How will the Bucs hold up without All-Pro tackle Tristan...

Jonathan breaks down all the biggest takeaways from the Buccaneers’ second preseason game. He dives into the battle for the QB2 job between Teddy Bridgewater and Kyle Trask, and whether either has separated themselves. On defense, he highlights the unit’s major improvements and how Tampa Bay’s knack for forcing turnovers in the preseason could carry over into the regular season. Jonathan also addr...

Jonathan is joined by Evan Closky to dive into the biggest storylines coming out of Buccaneers training camp. They break down which position groups have impressed early and where the biggest concerns lie on the roster. The guys discuss how Tampa Bay will handle life without All-Pro tackle Tristan Wirfs to start the season, and what that means for the offensive line. They take a close look at Mike...

Jonathan dives deep into his reactions from the Buccaneers’ first preseason matchup, breaking down every key takeaway from the game. He highlights standout performances, addresses lingering concerns, and analyzes how the offense operated — including whether Kyle Trask has what it takes to step in and deliver if called upon. On the defensive side, Jonathan shares which players caught his eye and di...

In this episode, Jonathan is joined by Chris Belcher , host of BLEAV in Titans , to break down the Bucs’ first preseason matchup. They dive into the debut of No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward , discussing early expectations and how he fits into the offense. The two analyze key position battles, highlight potential concerns on both rosters, and lay out what a successful preseason showing would look like....

On this episode of BLEAV in BUCS , Jonathan is joined by betting expert David Bearman to break down all things Tampa Bay wagering. They dive into whether the Bucs have what it takes to win the NFC South and which player props offer the best value. Can Baker lead the league in passing? Will Mike Evans hit 1,000 again? They then break down what the best value bets are for the Bucs this season. They...

In this episode, Jonathan dives deep into the latest buzz coming out of Bucs training camp. He breaks down which defensive players are standing out early and whether the hype around Tampa Bay’s pass rush is for real. On the offensive side, he gives an update on how the line is holding up without Tristan Wirfs and what that means moving forward. Plus, Jonathan unpacks the decision to guarantee Bake...

Training camp is officially here, and with rookies reporting today, Jonathan dives into the biggest storylines heading into camp. He breaks down key position battles, highlights which unit could become a surprising strength, and shares what fans should be watching closely over the coming weeks. Then, it’s time for some over/under predictions : Will Baker Mayfield top 4,500 passing yards? Can Haaso...

They kick things off with the latest on Tristan Wirfs' injury and what it means for Tampa Bay’s offense early in the season. Then, the conversation shifts to new offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard—what his system might look like and how it could shape the team’s identity. On the defensive side, they highlight key position groups to watch and players poised to step up. Greg also shares his picks f...

Jonathan shares his boldest predictions for the Buccaneers' upcoming season—starting with whether Baker Mayfield can finish as a top 3 MVP candidate. Can the Bucs crack the top five in total defense? Will they end the year with 15+ interceptions? He dives into these questions and more, offering high-stakes takes that could define the season. Jonathan also reacts to where national NFL writers are r...

Jonathan recaps all the key takeaways from mandatory minicamp, sharing the latest news and insights straight from the field. He explains why he believes the Buccaneers' defense is set to take a major step forward this season, with a deep dive into the cornerbacks and defensive line—two units he says are primed for breakout years. Jonathan also tackles the big question: could the Bucs have the best...

Jonathan breaks down the toughest matchups on the Buccaneers' schedule, ranking them by tiers to highlight which games could pose the biggest challenges this season. He provides in-depth analysis of each opponent, explaining why they might give the Bucs trouble. Plus, he shares the latest updates from OTAs—including who’s in attendance, who’s missing, and which players are already turning heads wi...

Jonathan breaks down the first day of Voluntary OTAs and goes into detail on who stood out and what to watch for. He then breaks down what head coach said about the first day and who was missing from the workout. He then ranks the position groups from best to worst. He also gives a sleeper player from each position group that could over achieve from their expectations. Hosted by Simplecast, an Ads...

Evan Closky joins Jonathan to talk the Bucs Schedule and what fair expectations are for this year. They go into detail on what the Bucs key position groups will be and what part of the schedule is the toughest. Evan also gives his record prediction and what a successful season would be for this year. They end the episode talking about how far the Bucs will go in the playoffs this year. Hosted by S...