Overview
- Bowles told the Tampa Bay Times he will return in 2026 after meeting the Glazer family on Tuesday, a detail confirmed by multiple outlets.
- He said changes are coming to his coaching staff, with reports indicating the team is evaluating new coordinator options and first-year OC Josh Grizzard faces uncertainty.
- Tampa Bay finished 8-9 after a 6-2 start and missed the postseason on tiebreakers, with the defense tied for 20th in points allowed and the offense regressing from 2024 levels.
- Bowles is 35-33 over four seasons with a 1-3 playoff record and remains under contract through 2028, a factor cited in coverage of the decision.
- Fan reaction trended negative on social media as the team begins offseason evaluations and staff meetings.