August 19th Full Show
The Tampa Bay Rays are the opposite of en fuego, some very interesting comments coming out of Bucs training camp, lots of big time headlines, Waechter Wednesday, and over/under!
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8AM Headlines
The Rays had a stinker but the future is bright on the farm for the Rays, a crazy game in MKE, and much more!
WAECHTER WEDNESDAY
Doug Waechter joins the show to talk all things Rays baseball amid a tough 5 game stretch after a perfect 9-0 road trip!
7AM Hour
The NFL Commissioner had one of the worst ideas in human history, some big time headlines coming out of college athletics, and Overs/Unders
Over/Under
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7AM Headlines
The Rays laid a stinker last night, the Giants are making moves in the NFL and college football is BIG TIME money for local economies!
Rodger Godell Treason
The NFL Commissioner had a ridiculous idea, and not only is it crazy but did Gerald McCoy join to say a long goodbye to Tampa?
6AM Hour
The Rays laid an absolute egg last night, the Bucs QB has some big time confidence when it comes to the upcoming season, and some big time eyes on the Bucs newest 1st round pick!
Headlines and Breaking News
Big News out of the NFL and some big names noticing a Bucs rookie, the Rays laid an egg last night, and some TV news plus Aaron is a suck up
Bucs Training Camp Talk
Where does the Bucs signal caller stand when it comes to training camp and the season ahead of them!
FILL IN THE BLANK: Chris Mathis Puts TKras on the Spot! Rays & Bucs Edition
Chris Mathis puts TKras on the spot with 20 Fill in the Blank questions covering everything Tampa Bay Rays and Buccaneers! Who is the one player the Rays absolutely need at his best in October? What is the biggest reason Tampa Bay can win the AL East — and what could ultimately keep them from doing it? TKras also weighs in on Shane McClanahan’s return, Junior Caminero’s home run total, the Rays’…
CFB 2026: TKras Says THIS Team Is Overrated… And THIS One Is Being Slept On!
With the 2026 college football season just around the corner, TKras is making his picks for two teams fans should be watching closely — one he believes is overrated and one he thinks is seriously underrated.
Inside the Rays Clubhouse: Ryan Vilade Shares a Fishing Story & Talks 2026 Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay Rays infielder Ryan Vilade joins TKras for a fun conversation that goes beyond baseball! Vilade shares a great fishing story involving one of his Rays teammates, giving fans a fun glimpse into the personalities and chemistry inside the Tampa Bay clubhouse. Plus, Vilade talks about what makes the 2026 Rays so special, the bond this team has built, and what it’s like being part of a group…
Baker Mayfield Is LOVING This New Bucs Player — Here’s Why!
Baker Mayfield has his eye on one of the Buccaneers’ newest additions — and TKras is breaking down exactly why this player has caught the quarterback’s attention! What is Baker seeing from the new Buc? Is there something about his game that could make him a major factor for Tampa Bay in 2026? TKras reacts to Mayfield’s comments, what they could mean for the Bucs’ offense, and whether this newcomer…
The Rays’ Tampa Home Is Getting CLOSER! What Ken Hagan Had to Say
Could the Tampa Bay Rays finally be getting closer to their long-term home? TKras breaks down the latest positive developments surrounding the proposed Rays ballpark in Tampa, including the newest signs that a path forward could be emerging. Hillsborough County Commission Chair Ken Hagan has been outspoken about the need to keep the project moving, including emphasizing the urgency of getting…
TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT: McClanahan’s Return Is Bigger Than Any Trade the Rays Could’ve Made!
Chris Mathis puts TKras on the spot with six bold Tampa Bay sports takes in the latest Take It or Leave It! Are the Rays still the team to beat in the AL East despite their recent rough stretch? Is the health of Tampa Bay’s pitching staff — especially with Griffin Jax still on the IL and Shane McClanahan just returning — a bigger concern than the offense? And is McClanahan’s return more important…
Baker Mayfield & the Bucs vs. THE WORLD in 2026! Is Tampa Ready to Shock Everybody?
TKras dives into Baker Mayfield’s latest comments and the growing “Bucs vs. the world” mentality heading into the 2026 NFL season. Mayfield says Tampa Bay is being overlooked, expects plenty of people to pick the Bucs to have a losing record, and believes this team is going to “shock a lot of people.” Is Baker simply creating another motivational chip for himself and his teammates — or is Tampa…
The Nick Wize Show | Bucs Preseason Breakdown + Vita Vea Meltdown, Rays Reality & College Football Chaos
Nick Wize and Tim tackle a packed edition featuring Nick’s growing frustration with the Vita Vea hold-in and contract saga, including calls from Bucs fans who want Vea traded and believe he should honor his deal. They debate Jalon Daniels’ preseason hype and whether Bucs fans have gone way too far with the QB1 talk, break down the Rays salvaging a win against Baltimore and Shane McClanahan’s…
AP Top 25 Roulette: Who’s In Today But Will Be Out Tomorrow?
Nick Wize and Tim turn the 2026 AP Preseason Top 25 into a prediction game, examining which teams are being overvalued and which unranked programs could crash the party. With Ohio State sitting at No. 1 and nine SEC teams making the poll, the guys debate which Top-10 team is most vulnerable and pick the unranked squad they believe can make the leap into the final Top 10
Vita’s Hold-In, Then It’s Fair or Foul Time
Nick Wize wraps up the Vita Vea conversation with callers reacting to the defensive tackle’s continued hold-in and desire for more contract security, before Nick and Tim pivot to “Fair or Foul.” Tim fires five timely Rays statements at Nick, from Shane McClanahan telling Kevin Cash to stay in the dugout, Liam Hicks being pinch hit for when the bases were loaded, to the offense not being as bad as…
Honor the Contract or Find a New Team!
Nick Wize takes the temperature of Bucs fans on the Vita Vea hold-in, and the frustration is obvious. Callers debate whether Vita should simply honor his contract or whether Tampa Bay has reached the point where trading him is the best option for everyone involved.
Nick Has Had Enough: End the Vita Vea Distraction
Nick Wize reaches his breaking point with the ongoing Vita Vea situation, arguing that the drama has become an unnecessary distraction for the Buccaneers. The report that Vea isn’t even wearing team gear pushes Nick over the edge, as he explains why Tampa Bay needs to put an end to this situation and why Vita should still be fined if he refuses to participate in practice.
Who Gets PAID? Tim Takes the NFL Salary Challenge - 10 Min of Football
Nick Wize asks Tim one seemingly easy question—who is the NFL’s highest-paid position player? Then Nick makes things much harder, challenging Tim to identify the top earner at every position. How many can he get right without any help?
Cash Gets It Right, McClanahan Comes Back & Nick’s October Idea
Nick Wize celebrates the Rays finally breaking through against the Orioles while examining two very different pitching decisions by Kevin Cash. With Shane McClanahan back on the mound after his back injury, Nick explains why Cash made the right call yesterday and then offers a fascinating idea for how the Rays could deploy Shane and the rest of their rotation if they reach October.
One Preseason Game & Now He’s QB1?
Nick Wize reacts to Bucs fans already dreaming about Jalon Daniels as the team’s future starting quarterback following his preseason performance. Nick breaks down why the excitement is understandable but warns against turning preseason flashes into expectations that the rookie is ready to lead an NFL offense.
Preseason Stock Watch: Who’s Rising & Who’s Falling?
The first preseason game gives Nick Wize and Tim plenty to debate as they assess the performances of Ayden Garnes, David Walker, Jeremiah Trotter, Ted Hurst and Chris Braswell. The guys highlight the encouraging flashes, disappointing outings and players whose stock may already be moving heading into the next week.
THE DRIVE, FULL SHOW, MONDAY, AUGUST 17,2026
It was a jam-packed edition of The Drive with TKras as TKras and Chris Mathis covered all the biggest stories across Tampa Bay sports and beyond! The Buccaneers opened the 2026 preseason with a 24-16 comeback victory over the New York Jets, and while the starters stayed home, several young Bucs made serious statements and gave fans plenty to be excited about heading into the regular season. But…
August 18th Full Show
The Tampa Bay Rays are back in the win column, what should we expect from the Bucs starters this Saturday, the Hitman Ken Hagan joins the show to talk all things Rays future home, some monster headlines and big time over reactions!
8AM Top Headlines
The Rays are back in action tonight vs the Blue Jays and looking to build momentum, big news out of the Bronx, some big singings in the NFL, and an interesting storyline out of the MLB!
Bucs Preseason Stories
The Tampa Bay Bucs are fully into camp at this point and there are tons of storylines coming out of camp!
7AM Hour
Ken Hagan Joins the show to talk all things Rays ballpark future, some big time headlines out of the NFL, and some big time reactions to O/U Reaction!
Over/Under Reaction
Pat and Aaron react to Sam's ridiculous comments!
7AM Top Headlines
The Tampa Bay Rays sit atop the AL East and AL in general, crazy CFB schedules, and a disaster in Toronto for their stud
Ken Hagan Joins the Show
Ken Hagan joins the show to talk all things Rays ballpark and the future of the Rays stadium wants and needs
6AM Hour
The Tampa Bay Rays are back in action and they snap the skid, Playoff Lenny had some very interesting comments about his attitude, and Big news out of the NFC south, Jalon Daniels is the future according to Sam Cohen, and how much should starters play in the preseason?
Headlines and Bucs Starters
Big news out of the NFC south, Jalon Daniels is the future according to Sam Cohen, and how much should starters play in the preseason?
Mean and Nasty
Playoff Lenny had some questionable comments about people talking to his QB, but do you want your players mean and nasty, or a little friendly?
August 18th Show Kickoff
The Rays are back in action and they snap the skid and avoid getting swept by the Orioles!
THE GOOD, BAD & UGLY OF TAMPA BAY SPORTS! TKras & Chris Mathis BREAK IT ALL DOWN
It’s time for the GOOD, the BAD and the UGLY from another wild weekend in Tampa Bay sports! TKras and Chris Mathis go through everything that had Tampa Bay talking — from the Buccaneers opening the preseason with a 24-16 win over the Jets to the Rays getting hammered by the Orioles in a 10-2 loss and watching Baltimore take three straight games in the series.
RAYS REAL TALK with Brian Anderson: What Happens NEXT?
TKras is joined by Rays TV analyst Brian Anderson for an in-depth conversation about the state of Tampa Bay baseball. The Rays are coming off a tough series against Baltimore, including a 10-2 loss Sunday that gave the Orioles three straight wins over Tampa Bay after the Rays had won nine in a row
THE RAYS NEED A BIG NIGHT! Lineup, McCLANAHAN & AVOIDING THE SWEEP
The Rays are in a fight tonight — and Tampa Bay needs a response! After Baltimore dominated the first three games of the series, including a 10-2 blowout on Sunday, the Rays return home looking to avoid getting swept by the Orioles
3 BUCS WHO STOOD OUT vs. the JETS! These Guys EARNED More Snaps!
The Bucs opened the preseason with a 24-16 win over the Jets, and while Tampa Bay rested its starters, several young players made sure they got everyone's attention.
THE NFL IS BUZZING! Aaron Donald Works Out AGAIN + BIG League Notes
The NFL never stops — and TKras has you covered with the latest news, notes and storylines from around the league! The biggest headline? Aaron Donald worked out with the Rams AGAIN. The future Hall of Famer has now gone through a second workout as he seriously considers a return from retirement. Sean McVay says there’s no “invisible deadline” for Donald to make his decision, but the Rams are…
DON’T PANIC, RAYS FANS! The Good News Is Coming!
Bay? Not so fast. TKras breaks down the latest Rays skid, the concerns surrounding the offense and pitching, and the BIG reasons for optimism as Tampa Bay fights to stay on top of the AL East. Freddy Peralta had an uneven outing against Baltimore, but there were some VERY encouraging signs
BUCS PRESEASON GAME 1: The Hidden Gems Nobody Saw Coming!
The Bucs opened the 2026 preseason with a 24-16 comeback win over the New York Jets, and while the starters stayed home, several young Buccaneers made a serious statement.
The Nick Wize Show | Jalon Daniels Buzz, Vita Vea Drama & Rays on the Brink
Rock Riley fills in for Nick Wize and delivers a packed Tampa Bay sports show covering the Buccaneers, Rays and USF, starting with the Bucs’ preseason opener, Jalon Daniels’ impressive performance and his nearly 50-50 split in snaps with Baker Mayfield, plus Tristan Wirfs’ progression, Benjamin Morrison finally practicing, Reuben Bain Jr. sitting Friday and a banged-up wide receiver room. Rock and…
Trade for Vita? Bucs Fans Are Split
Rock Riley and Tim close out the show by examining the results of the JoeBucsFan flash poll on a potential Vita Vea trade, revealing a surprisingly close split between fans who would pass and those who would make the deal. The conversation then shifts to speculation surrounding JJ McCarthy potentially being available, with Rock and Tim both firmly against the idea of the Bucs taking a chance on…
Tanking? Rebuilding? The Bucs Aren’t Ready to Quit on 2026
Rock Riley starts with the latest on Reuben Bain Jr. after Todd Bowles announced the young pass rusher will not play Friday night, then turns to the Vita Vea holdout and what it could mean for Tampa Bay’s future. A caller argues that the situation could be the first sign of a rebuild, prompting Rock and Tim to debate the Bucs’ direction, the weakness of the NFC South and whether tanking makes any…
Three Straight Losses or Just Baseball? Rays Fans Weigh In
Rock Riley and Tim keep the Vita Vea debate going before Rock turns his attention to the Rays’ current three-game skid. With Shane McClanahan scheduled to start tonight, the guys discuss the importance of getting back in the win column. A listener calls in to push back on the idea that the losing streak is a major concern, pointing to the natural ups and downs of baseball, the impact of the new…
Evan Closky Joins Rock: Bucs Backups, Jalon Daniels & Another Peralta Debate
Rock Riley is joined by Evan Closky of 10 Tampa Bay to break down the Buccaneers’ latest practice and what the backups showed against the Jets Friday night. They discuss Emeka Egbuka’s turf toe injury, Jalen McMillan’s knee issue and how a suddenly banged-up wide receiver room could impact Tampa Bay. Evan also evaluates Jalon Daniels after his impressive preseason performance, praising his…