Tampa Bay Buccaneers look to avoid 0-5 start against Dallas Cowboys
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 7:45 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers face the Dallas Cowboys in a critical Thursday Night Football matchup. Currently 0-4, Tampa Bay risks its first 0-5 start under head coach Todd Bowles, who has overseen a decline after a strong start to the previous season. Despite offseason changes, persistent issues with offensive performance and defensive coverage have plagued the Bucs. A blowout loss could lead to serious consideration of Bowles' future with the team. The game is ongoing as both teams aim to capitalize on the matchup.
- •Tampa Bay has lost 11 of its last 13 games.
- •Bowles is under pressure due to persistent team issues.
- •The Bucs operate with their fifth offensive coordinator in five seasons.
- •Cowboys game crucial for the Bucs to avoid an embarrassing start.
- •Match status is currently in progress.
- 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — Could a blowout loss be the tipping point
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