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TKras is joined by Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Victor Mesa Jr., fresh off being named American League Player of the Week! What’s next for Tampa Bay as the Rays continue their push toward the AL East? Mesa Jr. talks about his big week, the team’s mindset down the stretch, and what it will take for the Rays to finish strong and make noise in October. Plus, TKras gets Mesa Jr.’s perspective on the Rays...

The Bucs can’t afford to make the same mistakes twice. TKras breaks down the things that MUST change for Tampa Bay to avoid an 0-2 start in 2026. From protecting the football and cleaning up Baker Mayfield’s three fumbles to getting more out of the offense and tightening up defensively, what is THE fix that can get the Bucs back on track against Cleveland? TKras delivers his answer.

TKras breaks down what the Tampa Bay Rays need to do to finish the job and win the AL East! From pitching and bullpen consistency to timely hitting, staying healthy, and getting the most out of their key players, what is the recipe for success down the stretch? TKras shares what Tampa Bay must do to claim the division and enter October with a chance to make a serious run.

It’s time for Take It Or Leave It! TKras weighs in on the biggest Bucs and Rays takes heading into Sunday, including whether Baker Mayfield should treat Cleveland like a revenge game, if Tampa Bay must win convincingly against the Browns, whether the four turnovers in Cincinnati were a fluke, and how concerned we should be about Baker’s three fumbles. Plus, is Josiah Trotter a legitimate differenc...

Nick Wize breaks down everything we learned from the Bucs’ Week 1 loss to Cincinnati, including Baker Mayfield’s turnover issues, a lack of pass rush, offensive-line struggles, defensive communication and the debate over Todd Bowles’ scheme versus the talent on the field. Nick and Tim dive into the ALL-22 to uncover what Baker did right and wrong, play Guess the Line with college and NFL matchups...

TKras breaks down what went wrong for Bucs rookie pass rusher Rueben Bain Jr. in Sunday’s loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Was it simply rookie growing pains, a matchup issue, or something Tampa Bay needs to address quickly? TKras shares his take on Bain’s debut and why Bucs fans may—or may not—need to worry.

Nick Wize brings in Chris Mathis to explain the unthinkable: Chris actually LEFT the iHeart Fantasy Football Group Chat after only 1 week into the season. Nick is disappointed in the decision, especially after Chris claims he has better things to do with his time.

After a pair of calls about Week 1, Nick Wize tackles the growing criticism of Todd Bowles and Tampa Bay’s defensive scheme. Nick breaks down the logic behind dropping edge rushers into coverage, argues that it happens far more often than fans realize and makes the case that the Bucs’ defense was actually much farther from the problem than people want to admit.

The Bucs defensive debate heats up as Nick Wize takes a barrage of calls about what went wrong against Cincinnati. Nick gets into it with a caller over whether the problems are rooted in Todd Bowles’ scheme or the talent on the field before another caller delivers a wild—and completely off-base—theory about pass rushers dropping into coverage.

The ALL-22 breakdown continues as Nick Wize asks Tim what else stood out on film from Tampa Bay’s Week 1 loss. Nick explains why Alex Anzalone looked worse than a supposedly washed-up Lavonte David and why the offensive line’s lack of chemistry was impossible to ignore before opening the phone lines.

Ten minutes, a stack of football games and plenty of opinions. Nick Wize and Tim tackle the lines for this week’s biggest college and NFL matchups, spending extra time on the college games loaded with storylines before turning their attention to the Browns-Bucs spread and Sunday’s matchup.

Was Tampa Bay’s defensive disaster more about communication than personnel? Nick Wize hears from a caller who believes the entire defense was out of sync before Tim dives into the ALL-22 film to evaluate Baker Mayfield’s decision-making, downfield aggression and ability to consistently make the right read.

The Friday Night Football Game of the Week is here! 🎙️ Chris Mathis of 95.7 WDAE brings you the FULL play-by-play call of Berkeley Prep hosting Tampa Catholic on Friday, September 11, 2026, LIVE on WHNZ and the FREE iHeartRadio app! Chris Mathis was joined in the booth by special guest color commentator Logan Robinson of Bucs GameDay for an action-packed matchup between two talented Tampa Bay-area...

Tampa Bay’s defensive performance against Cincinnati takes center stage as Nick Wize reads texts ripping the pass rush, praises Josiah Trotter for standing out, and laughs off the idea that a lack of preseason reps explains the team’s poor preparation. A caller comes to the defense of the linebackers and points the finger at the scheme.

Nick Wize and Tim break down what Tampa Bay’s Week 1 loss to Cincinnati revealed about the Buccaneers, from a pass rush that may not have improved to Baker Mayfield’s ongoing turnover problems. Plus, was Alex Anzalone really worse than an aging Lavonte David?

The Buccaneers opened the 2026 season with a frustrating 33-27 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, and now the fallout begins. TKras breaks down Tampa Bay’s four costly turnovers, Baker Mayfield’s three fumbles, defensive breakdowns and the inability to overcome a 24-10 halftime deficit. Is this just an ugly season opener, or are there bigger concerns for the Bucs moving forward? Evan Closky of WTSP j...

Evan Longoria joins *The Drive with TKras* for a special conversation about his incredible legacy with the Tampa Bay Rays. As the franchise celebrates **Longoria Legacy Weekend**, Longo reflects on his time in Tampa Bay, the moments that defined his career, and what he is most proud of from his years wearing the Rays uniform. Longoria opens up about the impact he hopes he left on the organization,...

Super Bowl-winning head coach Jon Gruden joins *The Drive with TKras* for an in-depth conversation about the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as training camp approaches. Gruden shares his thoughts on quarterback Baker Mayfield, explains why he believes the Bucs are in great hands under general manager Jason Licht, and discusses what makes Vita Vea one of the NFL's most disruptive defensive players. Plus, Gru...

Big news could have major implications around the NFL. On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, TKras reacts to the latest developments involving Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold after testimony revealed that the Colts, Jets, Seahawks, and Texans have all inquired about him, with Arnold also reportedly visiting and working out for Houston. The legal proceedings also produced another notable updat...

TKras gets the Tampa Bay Rays lineup ahead of tonight's game vs. Seattle Mariners!

Tampa Bay Rays President of Baseball Operations Erik Neander joins *The Drive with TKras* to discuss one of the biggest weekends of the season at Tropicana Field. Neander reflects on Evan Longoria's lasting impact on the franchise ahead of **Longoria Legacy Weekend**, what the celebration means to the organization, and why Longo's influence continues to shape the Rays today. Plus, with the MLB Tra...

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are investing in their pass rush, and some of their top edge rushers are learning from one of the NFL's best. On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, TKras provides the latest update from Von Miller's annual Sack Summit, where several Buccaneers defenders are sharpening their technique alongside elite pass rushers from around the league. What can Tampa Bay's defense gai...

The MLB Trade Deadline is approaching, and the Tampa Bay Rays have a chance to make a move that could define their season. On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, TKras breaks down the players Tampa Bay should target before the deadline, which positions need the biggest upgrade, and which trade candidates make the most sense for a postseason push. Can the Rays land the missing piece to make a l...

Nick Wize covers a loaded day of Tampa Bay sports and beyond. The show opens with the Rays' new stadium renderings and why Nick believes they are more about political pressure than a guaranteed stadium deal. Nick hears from Tampa Bay fans who are split on the team's intentions before breaking down Baker Mayfield's NFL Top 100 ranking, a shocking 5-12 Bucs prediction, Bryce Harper's metal bat idea,...

It’s a **Feel Good Friday** on *The Drive with TKras*! ⚾ TKras dives into everything surrounding the Tampa Bay Rays as the MLB Trade Deadline approaches, breaking down the latest rumors, potential moves, and what they could mean for the club. Plus, it's **Longoria Legacy Weekend** at Tropicana Field as the Rays celebrate franchise icon Evan Longoria, and there's plenty of excitement surrounding t...