Sports Day Tampa Bay
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Join award-winning journalist Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times and co-host Steve Versnick every weekday as they dive deep into the biggest stories in Tampa Bay sports. From the Buccaneers and Rays to the Lightning, USF, and more — they go beyond the headlines to give you the insight you can't find anywhere else. It’s the ultimate insider’s guide to Tampa Bay sports. New episodes drop every weekday morning in your favorite podcast app.
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Location:
St. Petersburg, FL
Genres:
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Description:
Join award-winning journalist Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times and co-host Steve Versnick every weekday as they dive deep into the biggest stories in Tampa Bay sports. From the Buccaneers and Rays to the Lightning, USF, and more — they go beyond the headlines to give you the insight you can't find anywhere else. It’s the ultimate insider’s guide to Tampa Bay sports. New episodes drop every weekday morning in your favorite podcast app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Twitter:
@SportsDayTB
Language:
English
Contact:
813-360-1530
Website:
http://tampabay.com/sports
Episodes
Bucs Win But Miss The Playoffs & Is This The Final Game For Mike Evans and Lavonte David in Tampa Bay
1/5/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers failing to make the playoffs for the first time since the 2019 season, despite winning their final game. What is the future for Todd Bowles, what changes could be make on the the coaching staff and have Lavonte David and Mike Evans played their final game in a Bucs uniform. Plus the Lightning have won 7 straight game as Darren Raddysh got his first career hat trick on Saturday.
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Duration:00:49:55
Bucs Must Wait For Playoffs if They Beat Panthers Plus What Does Future Hold For Bowles, Evans and David
1/2/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs-Panthers game this Saturday that could determine the NFC South title but the Bucs need help. What does the future hold for the Bucs including Todd Bowles, Lavonte David, Mike Evans and others with the Bucs. Plus the Lightning have won 6 straight games and Indiana and Miami shine in the College Football Playoff.
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Duration:00:45:37
Buccaneers Playoff Chances and Mailbag Questions on Bowles, Grizzard, Mayfield and the Glazers
12/31/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers chances this weekend as they need a win, plus a Saints win over the Falcons to win the NFC South and make the playoffs for the 6th straight season. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Todd Bowles, Josh Grizzard, Baker Mayfield, the Glazers and more.
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Duration:01:02:18
Bucs Don't Control Playoff Destiny & Todd Bowles On Not Kicking Off To Opponents
12/30/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs no longer controlling their own playoff destiny, even if they win on Saturday over Carolina as the Falcons beat the Rams on Monday night. Plus Todd Bowles admits they are avoiding kicking off to opponents because they don't defend it well but they aren't making any changes.
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Duration:00:31:13
Buccaneers Lose at Miami - Can Still Win NFC South But Don't Control Their Destiny
12/29/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 20-17 loss at the Miami Dolphins as they have now lost 7-of-8 and no longer control their playoff destiny. They need to beat Carolina on Saturday and then hope the Falcons lose 1 of their last 2 games to clinch the NFC South. Special Teams was an issue again as well as missed assignments on defense and more late turnovers by Baker Mayfield. Plus the Lightning beat the Panthers and Canadiens over the weekend making it 4 straight wins.
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Duration:00:46:05
Bucs-Dolphins Preview & Mailbag Questions on Mayfield, Bowles, Licht, Glazers and More
12/26/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Bucs-Dolphins game as it's as close to a must-win game as you can get. A Tampa Bay win means next week's game vs. Carolina is for the NFC South title. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, Todd Bowles, Jason Licht, the Glazers and more.
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Duration:00:44:25
Bucs Get 2 Players Selected To Pro Bowl, The Game Plan vs. Carolina & Christmas Gifts For Teams
12/24/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs getting 2 players selected to the Pro Bowl, Tristan Wirfs and Antoine Winfield, Jr. Plus they continue to tout running the ball 30 times vs. Carolina and what would we give each local team for Christmas.
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Duration:00:46:24
What Was Bucs Game Plan vs. Carolina, Lightning Beat the Blues & Byrum Brown Transferring From USF
12/23/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what exactly was the Buccaneers game plan on Sunday vs. the Panthers as they took the ball out of their receivers hands. Plus DK Metcalf suspended for swinging at a fan, the Lightning beat the Blues and Byrum Brown to enter transfer portal instead of returning to USF.
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Duration:00:37:32
Bucs Lose 23-20 in Carolina, Rays Trade Lowe and Baz & Lightning Beat Hurricanes
12/22/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 23-20 loss at Carolina that puts them in 2nd place with 2 games to go, but they do control their own destiny. Baker Mayfield threw a pick that sealed the loss, the offensive line didn't play well as the Bucs ran the ball a lot to play around the defense. Plus the Rays trade Brandon Lowe, Shane Baz and others for prospects and the Lightning overcome a 3-goal deficit to beat the Hurricanes 6-4.
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Duration:00:46:20
Bucs-Panthers Preview Plus Mailbag Questions on Kancey, Egbuka and the Defense
12/19/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers game vs. the Panthers this weekend. The Bucs need to win 2 of the next 3 games to win the NFC South for a 5th straight season. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Calijah Kancey, Emeka Egbuka and what's wrong with the defense.
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Duration:00:35:02
Mike Evans Injury and Future, Joe Maddon's Thanksmas & Bucs Mailbag Questions on Defense
12/18/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans comments about this season, his injury and what the future may hold for him. Plus Rick was at Joe Maddon's Thanksmas event with lots of local sports figures and your mailbag questions on the Bucs defense and more.
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Duration:00:34:13
MAILBAG: Todd Bowles Future, Jason Licht, Jon Gruden, Todd Monken and More
12/17/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Todd Bowles future, Jason Licht, Jon Gruden, Todd Monken, rule changes and more. Plus could Andrei Vasilevskiy return to the Lightning lineup on Thursday night vs. the Kings.
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Duration:00:43:40
Bucs Place McCollum on IR, Mailbag Questions On Todd Bowles & Lightning Lose to Panthers
12/16/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the mood of the Bucs as they control their own destiny to win the division. Plus they put Zyon McCollum on injured reserve, your mailbag questions on Todd Bowles and the Lightning lose to the Panthers.
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Duration:00:40:26
Bucs are Back In First Place As Saints Beat Panthers & Lightning Lose in a Shootout
12/15/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers being back in 1st place in the NFC South as the Saints beat the Panthers on Sunday. Any 2 wins in their last 3 games and they will be the division champs for the 5th straight season. Plus Phillip Rivers plays well, Patrick Mahomes and Micah Parsons lost for the season and the Lightning lose in a shootout in New York.
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Duration:00:40:52
Buccaneers Lose 29-28 To Atlanta Despite Leading By 14 With Less Than 10 Minutes To Play
12/12/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 29-28 loss to the Atlanta Falcons after they lead by 14 with 10-minutes remaining. Head Coach Todd Bowles called his team out after the game and Baker Mayfield took the blame on himself. Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan both returned to the lineup as their top-4 receivers all played for the first time this season.
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Duration:00:31:35
Bucs-Falcons Preview, Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan Activated From IR & Byrum Brown Won't Play in USF's Bowl Game
12/11/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Tampa Bay Buccaneers game vs. the Atlanta Falcons tonight on Thursday Night Football. Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan have been activated from Injured Reserve and are questionable to play tonight. Plus Byrum Brown won't play in USF's Bowl Game but will instead coach, Michigan fired Head Coach Sherrone Moore plus your Buccaneers mailbag questions.
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Duration:00:47:32
Why The Bucs Signed Jason Pierre-Paul, Lightning Snap Losing Streak & Rays Get #2 Pick
12/10/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers motivation in signing Jason Pierre-Paul to the practice squad, when he might play and what he brings. Plus the Lightning snap their 4-game losing streak with a 6-1 win over Montreal, the Rays land the #2 draft pick and Wander Franco to get a new trial.
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Duration:00:41:15
Bucs Sign Jason Pierre-Paul to Practice Squad & Lightning Shutout For 2nd Straight Game
12/9/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs signing Jason Pierre-Paul to the Practice Squad for help to the pass rush, the Lightning lose their 4th straight game and the College Football Playoff is a mess.
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Duration:00:51:11
Bucs Lose 24-20 To Saints, Now Tied With Carolina in NFC South
12/8/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 24-20 loss to the New Orleans Saints that has Tampa Bay tied with Carolina atop the NFC South with 4 games to play. Baker Mayfield didn't play well, Emeka Egbuka dropped passes and Special Teams wasn't good again. Plus the Lightning have lost 3 straight games, the College Football Playoff is set without Notre Dame and the Reliaquest Bowl matchup.
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Duration:00:39:56
Bucs-Saints Preview & Kucherov's Game-Tying Goal Overturned For Hand Pass
12/5/2025
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers home game vs. the Saints as they look to pull 1-game ahead of Carolina in the division. Plus the Lightning lose after Nikita Kucherov's game-tying goal was overturned due to a hand pass.
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Duration:00:38:38