Bucs Wire Podcast

It felt like the Bucs shocked the world after they rocked the defending-champion Chiefs, 31-9, to win Super Bowl LV. But maybe we shouldn’t feel so surprised? Led by a handful of future Hall of Famers on offense, and a defense full of rising superstars, the 2020 Bucs may go down as one of the most talented teams to win a Super Bowl — ever. The guys react to the team’s epic rout of the Chiefs, and put a bow on an unforgettable 2020-21 run.

In our Super Bowl LV special, host Ryan O’Leary is joined by Raiders Wire editor and longtime sports betting analyst Marcus Mosher to cover everything from the spread, to the total, to the best prop bets that are sure to enhance your viewing experience. Follow along and prosper! This podcast episode is powered by USA TODAY’s NFL Wire series and includes a bonus sports betting segment from the Sportsbook Wire.

In a Super Bowl LV edition of the Bucs Wire Podcast, the guys tackle everything from the individual matchups to the betting lines. In the end, they agree there’s two big reasons to believe in the Bucs against the defending-champion Chiefs: Bruce Arians and Tom Brady. Episode 23 of the Bucs Wire Podcast is powered by USA Today Sports, and includes a sports betting segment from the Sportsbook Wire!

Super Bowl LV, here we come! The fifth-seeded Bucs won their third consecutive road playoff game by stunning the top-seeded Packers at Lambeau Field. Tom Brady will play in his 10th Super Bowl, and the Bucs are back in the big dance for the first time since the franchise’s 2002 title run. Even better? In a span of five months, Tampa Bay sports franchises will have played in the Stanley Cup Final, World Series and Super Bowl. The Bucs could turn The Big Guava into Title Town once and for all! The guys break down the win over Green Bay, and give their opening takes on Bucs-Chiefs.

The Bucs are one win from the Super Bowl, and Tom Brady is getting all the love. But it was his defense that stole the show against the Saints, shutting down Drew Brees and forcing four turnovers for a trip to the NFC Championship Game. Here’s the best part — the guys don’t think this team is done. Episode 21 of the Bucs Wire podcast is powered by the USA Today Sports Media Group, with sports betting advice for the NFL playoffs from the Sportsbook Wire.

The Bucs passed their first playoff test with a win over Washington, and now comes their toughest test of all: nemesis New Orleans. The Saints whopped the Bucs twice during the regular season, including 38-3 at Raymond James Stadium. Will Sunday’s headliner matchup in Round 2 of the NFL Playoffs be different? The guys break down the win over Washington, react to a Bucs-Saints betting line that hasn’t budged, and look forward to what promises to be an epic showdown between Tom Brady and Drew Brees inside the Superdome. Episode 20 of the Bucs Wire podcast is powered by the USA Today Sports Media Group, with sports betting advice for the NFL playoffs from the Sportsbook Wire.

Near perfect in the month of December, Tom Brady has returned to championship form, and the Bucs will ride a four-game win streak into the NFL postseason. Their first opponent? The fourth-seeded Washington Football Team, which won the NFC East title last week with a 7-9 record. The Bucs are monster road favorites against Washington, and the guys discuss why bettors should take a hard look at Bucs +1,000 to win the title. Also, the other game Bucs fans should be watching closely during wild-card weekend. Episode 19 of the Bucs Wire podcast is powered by the USA Today Sports Media Group, with sports betting advice for the NFL playoffs from the Sportsbook Wire.

Tom Brady and the Bucs improved to 3-0 in the month of December after torching the Lions the day after Christmas. Now, the Bucs are officially playoff-bound for the first time since 2007. The guys react to Brady’s ridiculous last four quarters of action, and discuss the team’s next big goal: getting to 11-5 and securing the No. 5 seed. Also, why should Bucs fans be rooting for these two NFC East teams on Sunday? Episode 18 of the Bucs Wire podcast is powered by the USA Today Sports Media Group, with a fantasy segment from The Huddle and sports betting advice from the Sportsbook Wire.

Tom Brady tormented the Falcons and their fans yet again, leading the Bucs back from a 24-7 deficit in the second half and a 31-27 win in Atlanta. The comeback was sweet. The 17-0 halftime deficit? Not so much. Why is this team so bad in the first quarter? The guys tackle that topic, along with Antonio Brown’s breakout game, and a Saturday afternoon matchup with the Lions that could clinch the franchise’s first playoff berth since the 2007 season. Episode 17 of the Bucs Wire podcast is powered by the USA Today Sports Media Group, with a fantasy segment from The Huddle and sports betting advice from the Sportsbook Wire.

At 8-5 and with a favorable schedule ahead, Bucs fans are on the verge of celebrating their team’s first trip to the playoffs since Tom Brady and Randy Moss were leading the Patriots to a 16-0 regular season 13 years ago. Host Ryan O’Leary and Bucs Wire editor Luke Easterling discuss last week’s huge win over the Vikings, some running back drama with Ronald Jones landing on the COVID/Reserve list, and a potential trap game this weekend at Atlanta. Episode 16 of the Bucs Wire podcast is powered by the USA Today Sports Media Group, with a fantasy segment from The Huddle and sports betting advice from the Sportsbook Wire.