Overview

• Todd Bowles’ new contract runs through the 2028 season after he guided Tampa Bay to three straight NFC South titles and a 27-24 record.
• General manager Jason Licht also secured a multiyear extension that cements his place as one of the NFL’s longest-tenured GMs entering his 12th season.
• Owner Joel Glazer praised their leadership and vision for establishing a winning culture and sustaining division dominance.
• Under Bowles, the Buccaneers’ defense has ranked among the league leaders in rush defense, sacks and fumble recoveries since 2019.
• The team maintained its core starters and bolstered its depth by selecting Ohio State receiver Emeka Egbuka in the first round of the 2025 draft.