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Pressure mounts on Bucs head coach Todd Bowles ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 10:55 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Pressure mounts on Bucs head coach Todd Bowles ahead of 2026 season

Summary

Todd Bowles enters the 2026 season under scrutiny following a disappointing 8-9 record in 2025 that resulted in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers missing the playoffs. Despite success in prior seasons, Bowles ranked third among coaches facing job pressure, according to Bleacher Report. The team has dealt with significant player changes, including the departures of Mike Evans and Lavonte David, while uncertainty surrounds Baker Mayfield's contract and Vita Vea's future. Ownership cited injuries as a reason for last season's struggles but acknowledged the need for improvement. The outcome of the upcoming season could determine Bowles' fate with the franchise.

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By the Numbers

•Buccaneers finished 8-9 in the 2025 season, missing playoffs.
•Tampa Bay is 35-33 under Todd Bowles over four seasons.
•Major player departures include Mike Evans and Lavonte David.
•Baker Mayfield's contract situation remains unresolved.
•Vita Vea has requested a trade following extension talks.

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10:55 PMYahoo Sports — Analyst suggests that Bucs HC is on the hot seat in 2026

What they're saying

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Bleacher Report believes Todd Bowles could be coaching for his job in 2026 after the Bucs went 8-9 and missed the playoffs last season.
— Yahoo Sports

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