Buccaneers fans call for firing of Todd Bowles following 0-3 start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 1:32 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are off to a dismal start at 0-3, prompting calls from fans and former players to dismiss head coach Todd Bowles. Critics highlight a lack of discipline and poor offensive performance, exacerbated by Baker Mayfield's thumb injury. Suggestions for a new head coach include Mike Tomlin and Jon Gruden. The team's struggles have raised concerns about their future in the league and their coaching strategy moving forward.
- •Buccaneers start the season 0-3 after missing playoffs last year.
- •Fans and former players demand Todd Bowles' dismissal.
- •Baker Mayfield's thumb injury could lead to extended absence.
- •Suggestions for replacement include Mike Tomlin and Jon Gruden.
- •Team ranks 31st on PFN's Offense Impact Metric.
- 1:32 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Undisciplined Team,’ ‘Call Mike Tomlin’ — Calls Mount for Buccaneers To ‘Fire’ Todd Bowles As Ex-Chiefs OL, Fans Slam Team’s Loss vs. Vikings
"It has been a brutal start to the year for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. After missing the playoffs last year, most people chalked it up to a fluke and hoped the team could return to the postseason this year.
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