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Buccaneers Retain Coach Bowles Amid Team Uncertainty

1/9/2026

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Bowles Retained 2026

Tampa Bay Buccaneers will retain head coach Todd Bowles for the 2026 season.
General Manager Jason Licht emphasizes continuity and notes Bowles' achievements, including three division titles and a Super Bowl win as defensive coordinator.
Players, including franchise icon Lavonte David, have expressed respect for Bowles and praised his knowledge and character.
Concerns remain about the team's direction, as star wide receiver Mike Evans may seek a better opportunity.

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Bowles Seeks Coordinator

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers missed the playoffs for the first time since 2019.
Head coach Todd Bowles will return for a fifth season.
Offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard was fired after just one year.
Bowles is seeking his fifth offensive coordinator, with Rams' Nate Scheelhaase and Ravens' Todd Monken among candidates.
Injuries this season challenged the team, and Bowles must find an effective offensive playcaller to maximize quarterback Baker Mayfield's potential.

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Bowles Retained 2026

Tampa Bay Buccaneers will retain head coach Todd Bowles for the 2026 season.
General Manager Jason Licht emphasizes continuity and notes Bowles' achievements, including three division titles and a Super Bowl win as defensive coordinator.
Players, including franchise icon Lavonte David, have expressed respect for Bowles and praised his knowledge and character.
Concerns remain about the team's direction, as star wide receiver Mike Evans may seek a better opportunity.

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