Todd Bowles uncertain as Buccaneers approach NFL trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 9:45 PM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers fell to 3-6 after a loss to the Chicago Bears on November 5, 2026. Despite the defeat, head coach Todd Bowles stated that the team will explore both buying and selling options ahead of the NFL trade deadline. The Buccaneers showed competitiveness, capitalizing on Chicago's mistakes but ultimately could not secure a win. Their standing leaves them at a crossroads, and the upcoming deadline may dictate their approach. Following a bye week, Tampa Bay is set to face the Detroit Lions on November 22.
- •Buccaneers lost to Bears, dropping to 3-6 in the season.
- •Todd Bowles stated the team will consider calls as buyers or sellers.
- •The loss prevented Tampa Bay from moving into first place in the NFC South.
- •Upcoming game against Detroit Lions is scheduled for November 22.
- 9:45 PMYahoo Sports — Even Todd Bowles has no idea what to expect from Buccaneers at trade deadline
"On Sunday evening, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers dropped to 3-6 on the season with a tough road loss to the Chicago Bears in primetime. While the Buccaneers put up a good fight and were able to capitalize on several bizarre Chicago mistakes, they ultimately fell just short and squandered an opportunity to move into first place in the wretched NFC South. […] The post Even Todd Bowles has no idea what to expect from Buccaneers at trade deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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