Bucs reassess Riley Dixon's punting performance amid ongoing struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 12:15 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are facing scrutiny over punter Riley Dixon's recent performances as they fall to a 1-5 record. Dixon's 28-yard punt in the latest game highlighted ongoing issues with field position, compounding problems from earlier games where he averaged 40 yards on several punts. With his contract option for 2026 exercised, the team may need to evaluate alternatives to improve special teams performance. Head coach Todd Bowles's call for better execution extends beyond the offensive and defensive units, suggesting potential for change at the punter position.
- •Dixon averaged 40.8 yards on six punts against Pittsburgh.
- •Tampa Bay gave up favorable field position due to Dixon's short punts.
- •Dixon's latest performance raises questions about his reliability.
- •The Buccaneers may explore bringing in competition for Dixon.
- •Tampa Bay is currently 1-5 this season.
- 12:15 AMYahoo Sports — Bucs can no longer ignore Riley Dixon's poor performance
"Bucs can no longer ignore Riley Dixon's poor performance
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