Locked On Bucs – Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers clinched the NFC South crown for a fourth straight year with their 27-19 win over the New Orleans Saints. While things looked dicey most of the game, the Bucs were able to overcome some mistakes to get the win and clinch their playoff spot   Mike Evans continues his 1000 yard streak after the Bucs drew up a play for him instead of taking a knee at the end of the game. Evans is...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers prepare to take on the New Orleans Saints who will be starting quarterback Spencer Rattler while running back Alvin Kamara appears to be out this week   The Los Angeles Rams might be helping the Bucs' postseason situation this weekend   The Bucs need to play their game on Sunday and not worry about all the outside distractions       Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers matchup with the Saints may not have big implications for New Orleans this season, but they are motivated for their city and their future. Where do Derek Carr, Alvin Kamara, and Chris Olave play into this week's game?   The Bucs may have an MVP caliber quarterback, but once again they need to lean on the run game and rookie Bucky Irving against the Saints. The defense has impr...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers have to win to get in - but what are other scenarios for clinching a playoff spot as well as whether or not they finish as the three seed or the four seed?   If the Bucs are the four seed, they host the loser of the Vikings vs Lions game Sunday night. As the three seed, they'll host either the Washington Commanders or the Green Bay Packers - so which matchup is best for the Bu...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense has allowed fewer than 17 points per game since their bye week - but the challenges they've faced haven't been big ones. Can they stand up against teams like the Detroit Lions, Minnesota Vikings, Washington Commanders, or Green Bay Packers?   The only thing standing in the way of the Bucs and their fourth straight NFC South crown is the New Orleans Saints. What do the...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers blew out the Carolina Panthers 48-1 thanks to Baker Mayfield's five touchdown passes as well as their defensive dominance   Baker Mayfield should be in the MVP conversation with Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen, but doesn't get the credit he deserves   Mike Evans is closing in on 1000 receiving yards for the eleventh straight season, Bucky Irving does something that hasn't been do...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be without Antoine Winfield Jr, Christian Izien, Sterling Shepard, and Cade Otton against the Carolina Panthers but appear to be getting Jordan Whitehead and Kam Johnson back   Bucky Irving should have a huge game against the Panthers' league worst run defense. Meanwhile, the Bucs' pass rush has to get after Bryce Young and not allow him to have the time he had in their f...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers matchup with the Carolina Panthers means much more to the Bucs than the Panthers, but that doesn't mean the Panthers don't want to ruin the Bucs' chances of winning the NFC South   Bucky Irving and Mike Evans led the way in the first meeting and both will be pivotal in this matchup as the Bucs look to get a must win at home   What are three things the Bucs and Panthers each ne...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers loss to Dallas puts them in must win mode - but where did it all go wrong against the Cowboys?   Bucs host the Carolina Panthers this weekend, a team that they escaped in overtime against just three weeks ago. How do they bounce back from a tough loss to get back on track?   Bucky Irving and Mike Evans are the key to success against Carolina on Sunday     Follow & Subscribe on...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers lose a heartbreaker to the Dallas Cowboys after their comeback bid ends in an unlikely fumble   The defense got off to a rough start but it was the offense that faltered down the stretch for the Bucs   What does the Bucs' playoff picture look like now heading into the final two games?       Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnBucs   Locke...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton is in danger of missing Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys while defensive players Mike Edwards and K.J. Britt might be set to return   The Bucs rushing attack of Bucky Irving and Rachaad White are the key to winning in Dallas as the Tampa rushing attack is clicking while the Dallas run defense an be beat - especially at home   Rico Dowdle is the NFL...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers stars Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, and Bucky Irving look to keep the offense going strong while the defense still has a tough task ahead of them.   The Bucs are taking on a Dallas Cowboys team that may be without a lot of their stars, but they've won three of their last four and might be playing to save Mike McCarthy's job   The Bucs are 0-5 in Prime Time since last season, so...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' wide receiver Jalen McMillan is stepping up at the right time for the Bucs as he has really taken off the last two weeks, leading to belief that he's going to be a big part of their success in the postseason   With McMillan stepping up, someone writes in to ask if the Bucs should move on from Chris Godwin and focus putting their money into other positions of need   Lots of ta...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses the whether or not the best of the NFC can actually contend with the AFC and the Buffalo Bills who look like a force after they beat the Detroit Lions. The crew also hands out gifts or coal to their team or rivals. Plus, what does the crew think about some of the league's biggest games this week including the Denver Broncos/Los Angeles Chargers, Tampa B...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' win over the Los Angeles Chargers was all about execution which was the big difference compared to recent wins over the Panthers and Raiders. Baker Mayfield and the rushing attack of Rachaad White and Bucky Irving have been key, but the only way the offense is stopping is if they stop themselves.   Bucs face a tough task in prime time on the road against the Dallas Cowboys. H...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers got a huge road upset over the Chargers, hanging 40 points on the NFL's top scoring defense to win 40-17.   Baker Mayfield overcame early turnover problems again while Mike Evans had his best game of the season and the duo of Rachaad White and Bucky Irving kept the run game moving   Missing stars like Antoine Winfield Jr., Mike Edwards, and Jordan Whitehead, the Bucs defense s...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving is a game time decision, as is safety Christian Izien which is very problematic for a beat up Bucs defense   The Bucs' offense has to control the game from the start and dominate time of possession - which their run game can accomplish if they play up to their potential. Meanwhile, the defense just has to not shoot themselves in the foot.   Against th...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers face a pivotal challenge against the Los Angeles Chargers. Can the Buccaneers' dynamic offense outmaneuver the Chargers' formidable defense in this crucial NFL showdown?   Explore the key strategies and player matchups that could define the game. Injuries on both sides will play a huge role while the importance of the running game can not be overstated.   Finally, the Bucs hav...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses the worst divisions in the NFL and debates whether or not the NFL should look at changing their playoff structure, eliminating the divisions with the winner having an awful record from getting in and which teams might stumble in the final four games of the year? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Omaha Steaks From legendary steaks to mouthwatering d...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers face a pivotal challenge against the Los Angeles Chargers. Can Baker Mayfield and the Bucs' offense overcome recent struggles to secure a crucial win? With the Buccaneers' offensive line under scrutiny, the spotlight is on Rachaad White and his potential to break through the Chargers' defense.   Bucs will once again have to rely on a cast of characters from the practice squad...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' win over the Las Vegas Raiders puts them back in first place of the NFC South, one game ahead of the Atlanta Falcons   Baker Mayfield has to be better moving forward while the defense gets some credit for doing the best they can under the circumstances. While Todd Bowles may be on the hot seat, he's also trying navigate a terrible situation   Rachaad White picks up the slack...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Mike Evans and Bucky Irving are good to go against the Raiders on Sunday while cornerback Tykee Smith will be a game time decision. Smith playing would be a huge boost for the Bucs secondary as it allows Christian Izien to be the starting safety opposite Antoine Winfield Jr   Baker Mayfield needs to start this game off hot and that means relying on him to throw rather than run...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers are making a push thanks to Bucky Irving, who has transformed their once-struggling rushing attack into a formidable force. As the Bucs face challenges with defensive injuries, including key players like Jordan Whitehead, Mike Edwards, and Tykee Smith, the spotlight is on how they will adapt and maintain their competitive edge.   Without K.J. Britt and other defensive starters...

In this NFC Squad episode, the crew discusses which QBs in the NFC they believe is the best quarterback in the conference, which teams the crew has the most confidence in, and which Week 14 matchups are going to be the biggest of the week? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Omaha Steaks From legendary steaks to mouthwatering desserts and more, save 50% off site-wide for a limited time at Omaha...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers face a pivotal moment as they gear up to tackle the Las Vegas Raiders. Can the Bucs capitalize on their recent win against the Carolina Panthers and maintain momentum in the NFL?   Even though the Bucs struggled against Carolina, they are in another favorable matchup this week with the NFL's worst team in turnover differential while they're also in the bottom five in points sc...