The Drive w/TKras

On this episode of The Drive with TKras, the debate gets real as TKras goes head-to-head with a Buccaneers fan who does NOT want the team to pay Baker Mayfield. With contract talks looming, the conversation dives into whether Mayfield has truly done enough to earn a long-term deal in Tampa Bay or if the Bucs would be better off walking away. TKras breaks down the performance, the market reality, t...

Take It Or Leave It returns with another debate-filled edition covering the biggest stories in Tampa Bay sports. This week's featured question from Chris Mathis: Can Baker Mayfield lead the Buccaneers to a Super Bowl? TKras weighs the evidence, examines Mayfield's growth in Tampa Bay, evaluates the talent around him, and considers what it would take for the Bucs to make a championship run. Will TK...

**Take It Or Leave It** returns with another debate-filled edition covering the biggest stories in Tampa Bay sports. This week's featured question from Chris Mathis: *Can Baker Mayfield lead the Buccaneers to a Super Bowl?* TKras weighs the evidence, examines Mayfield's growth in Tampa Bay, evaluates the talent around him, and considers what it would take for the Bucs to make a championship run. W...

The Drive with TKras dives into the latest chapter of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' negotiations with Baker Mayfield. With contract talks still ongoing and Mayfield reportedly setting a deadline, what does it mean for both sides? TKras breaks down the leverage, the timing, the potential risks, and why this could shape the Bucs' future well beyond this season.

It’s time to sort through the chaos of the weekend. On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, TKras and Chris Mathis break down their **Good, Bad & Ugly** from everything that unfolded across Tampa Bay sports—and there’s plenty to unpack. The Tampa Bay Rays continue to raise questions after another uneven stretch. What’s really going on with the bats, and are fans overreacting to a slump that mig...

**Podcast Description: The Drive with TKras** Baker Mayfield is due for a raise. The question is: how much should the Tampa Bay Buccaneers actually pay him? On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, TKras puts on his general manager hat and breaks down exactly what he believes Baker Mayfield's next contract should look like. From total value and guaranteed money to contract length and salary-cap...

**Podcast Description: The Drive with TKras** The countdown is on for Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. As training camp draws closer, all eyes remain fixed on the ongoing contract negotiations between the Bucs and their franchise quarterback. While there's been plenty of speculation surrounding the timing of a new deal, one thing is becoming increasingly clear: the middle of July may b...

The Tampa Bay Rays are searching for answers. After one of their toughest stretches of the season, the Rays suddenly find themselves battling inconsistency at the plate, struggling to deliver timely hits, and watching a once-hot club lose momentum at a critical point in the schedule. So what's behind the recent slide, and more importantly, how do they get out of it? On this episode of *The Drive w...

**Podcast Description: The Drive with TKras** What happens if Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers don't reach a contract extension before training camp? On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, we explore why a failure to get a deal done this summer could create major problems for both Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers heading into the 2026 season. For Mayfield, betting on himself could...

The contract clock is ticking in Tampa Bay. On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, we dive into the latest developments surrounding Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as negotiations on a new extension appear to be at a crossroads. Mayfield recently revealed that contract talks are "not anywhere close" to where he expected them to be and has set a training camp deadline for getting a...

It's Happy Hour with Rock Riley and special guest Ronnie Lane as they tackle one of the biggest storylines surrounding the Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Baker Mayfield’s contract and long-term future with the franchise. With speculation continuing to swirl around a potential extension, Ronnie shares his thoughts on what Mayfield has meant to the organization, whether he has earned a lucrative new deal, an...

**Podcast Description:** Rock Riley opens the phone lines to Buccaneers fans for a spirited discussion about one of the hottest topics in Tampa Bay: Baker Mayfield’s next contract. After helping lead the Bucs to continued success, how much is Mayfield worth on the open market, and how long should the team be willing to commit to its franchise quarterback? Fans weigh in with their opinions on every...

**Podcast Description:** Rock Riley is joined by Sean Barie to break down one of the biggest questions facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers: What does the future hold for Baker Mayfield? As contract discussions continue to be a major topic around the organization, Rock and Sean examine whether a deal between the Buccaneers and their franchise quarterback will ultimately get done, what a potential exten...

**Podcast Description:** Rock Riley is joined by Super Bowl-winning quarterback Brad Johnson for an in-depth conversation about the biggest offseason question facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Baker Mayfield’s contract situation. With negotiations between Mayfield and the Bucs drawing attention across the NFL, Johnson shares his unique perspective as a former franchise quarterback and Super Bowl ch...

**Podcast Description:** Rock Riley steps in for TKras on WDAE and dives into one of the biggest storylines surrounding the Tampa Bay Buccaneers heading into the 2026 season: Baker Mayfield’s contract situation. After Mayfield revealed that extension talks with the Bucs are “not anywhere close” to where he expected them to be, Rock breaks down what the quarterback’s comments mean for both sides an...

The Tampa Bay Rays are searching for answers after a frustrating losing skid, and questions are beginning to surface about what's gone wrong and how quickly they can turn things around. On this episode of The Drive with TKras, we're joined by Evan Closky of WTSP to break down the Rays' recent struggles, the biggest concerns surrounding the club, and whether this rough stretch is simply part of a l...

There’s a new twist in the ongoing stadium saga across Tampa Bay, and the implications could stretch far beyond baseball. On this episode of The Drive with TKras, we dive into the latest developments surrounding the Rays' stadium situation and explore how another major local sports franchise could factor into the conversation. With the Buccaneers expected to pursue significant upgrades to Raymond...

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are deep into preparations for the 2026 season, and there’s plenty to discuss as expectations continue to rise around the organization. On this episode of The Drive with TKras, longtime Buccaneers insider Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times joins the show to provide the latest from One Buc Place. What stands out most about this year's roster? Are the Buccaneers positioned t...

The Tampa Bay Rays have hit a rough patch, and questions are starting to mount. After a frustrating losing skid, it's time to examine which players need to elevate their performance if the Rays want to stay in the playoff hunt and regain their momentum. On this episode of The Drive with TKras, we take a hard look at the roster and identify the players who must step up right now. Are the Rays getti...

**Podcast Description:** The trade deadline is approaching, and the Tampa Bay Rays are once again positioned to make a move that could shape their postseason chances. On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, we break down exactly what the Rays should be looking for as the deadline nears. Is another power bat the biggest need? Should Tampa Bay prioritize bullpen help, rotation depth, or an impact...

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It's time for another edition of *Would You Rather?* on *The Drive with TKras*. TKras and Chris Mathis put Buccaneers fans in the hot seat with a series of tough choices and thought-provoking hypotheticals surrounding Tampa Bay's upcoming season. The biggest debate: Would you rather see Chris Braswell or Rueben Bain Jr. burst onto the scene and become a game-changing force for the Bucs in 2026? Th...

**The Drive with TKras Podcast Description** The Rays just got swept at home by the Tigers at Tropicana Field, and the questions are starting to pile up. Is it time to panic, or is this simply a rough stretch in a long season? On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, TKras breaks down what went wrong during the series, examines the biggest concerns surrounding the Rays right now, and discusses w...

Here's a podcast description you can use: The Buccaneers' offseason is generating plenty of buzz, and TKras is diving into two of the biggest storylines in Tampa Bay. On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, hear what Chris Godwin had to say about the possibility of life without Mike Evans and why the longtime Bucs star's future remains a major talking point around the organization. What does Ev...

**The Drive with TKras Podcast Description** The Rays just got swept at home by the Tigers at Tropicana Field, and the questions are starting to pile up. Is it time to panic, or is this simply a rough stretch in a long season? On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, TKras breaks down what went wrong during the series, examines the biggest concerns surrounding the Rays right now, and discusses w...