The Drive w/TKras

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 clearly leaving the door wide open for one of the greatest defensive players EVER to come back.

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

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.

Rock Riley and Chris Mathis put Baker Mayfield under the microscope: Are you a believer in Baker as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ quarterback? The guys debate whether Mayfield is the long-term answer in Tampa Bay and what he needs to do to lead the Bucs to the next level.

Steve Isbitts of JoeBucsFan joins Rock Riley and Chris Mathis for a deep dive into all things Tampa Bay Buccaneers! Isbitts shares his thoughts on the Bucs, the biggest storylines surrounding the team, and makes a surprising prediction: could Vita Vea actually be traded? Plus, plenty more Bucs football talk and bold takes!

Rock Riley and Chris Mathis put their predictions on the line for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 2026 season! How many games will the Bucs win, and is 11+ victories a realistic expectation? The guys break down Tampa Bay’s outlook, expectations, and what it will take for the Bucs to reach double-digit wins in 2026.

Rock Riley and Chris Mathis dive into all things Tampa Bay Buccaneers, including Baker Mayfield and the biggest questions surrounding the team heading into the season. Should Baker change his play style, or is his aggressive approach exactly what the Bucs need? Plus, plenty more Bucs discussion and analysis!

Dewayne Staats, the longtime TV voice of the Tampa Bay Rays, joins Rock Riley and Chris Mathis to break down the red-hot Rays! Staats looks at what’s fueling Tampa Bay’s surge, previews the upcoming homestand, and shares his expectations for this team as the season heats up.

Anthony Becht joins Rock Riley to talk all things football from the perspective of a former NFL tight end and current head coach. With his experience playing for the Bucs and coaching at the professional level, Becht offers his insight on Tampa Bay’s roster, the biggest storylines surrounding the team heading into 2026, and the players who could make the biggest impact this season.

The Bucs and Jets brought plenty of intensity to their joint practices — including multiple fights and some serious competition ahead of Friday’s preseason opener.