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Buccaneers Keep Todd Bowles for 2026, Dismiss OC Josh Grizzard and QB Coach Thad Lewis

The decision follows an 8-9 finish, triggering a search for a new play-caller.

Sep 7, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard talks with wide receiver Emeka Egbuka (2) before the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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Dec 28, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles walks around the field during warmups prior to a game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Bowles confirmed his return via text to the Tampa Bay Times after meeting with the Glazer family, and he remains under contract through 2028.
  • Tampa Bay fired offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard after one season and quarterbacks coach Thad Lewis, according to ESPN and NFL Network reports.
  • The Buccaneers started 6-2 but lost seven of their final nine games and missed the postseason on a three-way NFC South tiebreaker despite a Week 18 win.
  • Offensive production regressed from third to 21st in total offense and from fourth to 18th in scoring year over year, with injuries to key starters including Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, Jalen McMillan, Bucky Irving, Tristan Wirfs and Luke Goedeke.
  • The team will hire its fifth offensive coordinator in five years, with reported candidates to watch including Rams assistant Nate Scheelhaase and Ravens coordinator Todd Monken.