Overview
- Tampa Bay said it finished a virtual interview with Danny Smith for its open special teams coordinator position on January 16.
- Smith has overseen Pittsburgh’s special teams for 13 seasons and brings more than 25 years of NFL coordinator experience.
- After Mike Tomlin’s resignation, Steelers assistants were told they could pursue other opportunities unless the next head coach retains them.
- ESPN reported that most Steelers assistants are no longer under contract, though it remains unclear whether that includes Smith.
- The Buccaneers are filling a vacancy after Todd Bowles dismissed special teams coordinator Thomas McGaughey following a poor 2025 unit.