Buccaneers aim to reclaim NFC South title from Saints
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 1:24 AM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are focused on recapturing the NFC South crown in 2026 after injuries hindered their performance last season. Starting the previous year with a strong 6-2 record, the Buccaneers suffered a drop-off, finishing 2-7. They now bring in new offensive coordinator Zac Robinson to revitalize quarterback Baker Mayfield, aiming to bolster their offensive output. The Panthers won the division last year, and the Buccaneers see an opportunity with the Saints in a rebuilding phase and other rivals also facing question marks at quarterback. Healthier and with a revamped roster, Tampa Bay is determined to regain its position atop the NFC South.
- •Buccaneers are recovering from injuries that affected the previous season.
- •Quarterback Baker Mayfield struggled last year with 3,693 passing yards.
- •New offensive coordinator Zac Robinson aims to enhance the team's offense.
- •Saints have not had a winning season since 2023.
- •The Panthers won the NFC South in 2025 by tiebreaker.
- 1:24 AMYahoo Sports — Can Buccaneers Top Saints as NFC South Division Kings?
"After injuries derailed their dominance, Tampa Bay looks to Baker Mayfield and a new offensive scheme to reclaim divisional glory from surging rivals in a wide-open race.
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