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Todd Bowles faces uncertainty as Bucs prepare for Cowboys matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 12:06 AM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Todd Bowles faces uncertainty as Bucs prepare for Cowboys matchup

Summary

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, currently 0–4, are preparing for a Thursday night game against the Dallas Cowboys. Coach Todd Bowles is reportedly on 'very, very thin ice' following a recent loss to the Green Bay Packers. NFL insider Mike Florio suggests that Bowles' coaching staff lacks a clear interim candidate, which could prolong his tenure despite the team's struggles. The upcoming game is seen as a crucial opportunity for Bowles, with rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels making his first NFL start due to Baker Mayfield's injury. A loss could intensify discussions regarding Bowles' job security.

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By the Numbers

•Buccaneers are 0–4 heading into a pivotal matchup against Dallas.
•Todd Bowles' job security is in question amid coaching staff complications.
•Rookie Jalon Daniels to start at quarterback for Tampa Bay.
•Bowles needs a win to ease pressure from team management.
•Dallas poses a significant challenge with quarterback Dak Prescott's strong performance.

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12:06 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Insulates Him Against an In-season Firing’ — NFL Insider Reveals How Todd Bowles Could Stay As Bucs HC Despite Being ‘On Very, Very Thin Ice’

What they're saying

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are 0–4, and Mike Florio is already looking down the coaching staff for a possible replacement for Todd Bowles. However, nobody jumped out at him.
— Yahoo Sports

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