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Buccaneers may have date in mind for making rumored Todd Bowles decision

Arguably the biggest storyline hovering over the 0-4 Buccaneers ahead of their "TNF" game at the 2-2 Dallas Cowboys involves rumors suggesting that the Bucs could fire Bowles if his club is 0-5 on Friday morning.

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 11:36 AM
Buccaneers may have date in mind for making rumored Todd Bowles decision
Key Things to Know
  • Rumors indicate the Tampa Bay Buccaneers could consider replacing head coach Todd Bowles around their Week 10 bye.
  • Fox Sports reporter Ralph Vacchiano named Bowles the leading candidate across the league to be fired first this season.
  • Starting quarterback Baker Mayfield is sidelined with a thumb injury, leaving rookie Jalon Daniels starting under center.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles faces increasing job pressure following an 0-4 start ahead of a Week 5 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. Fox Sports reporter Ralph Vacchiano identified Bowles as a leading candidate to be dismissed, noting that the team's Week 10 bye could serve as an opportune target date for a coaching change if results fail to improve.

The Buccaneers are currently without injured starting quarterback Baker Mayfield, leaving undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels expected to start through at least Week 7. Daniels posted 148 passing yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions during a 17-14 defeat to the Green Bay Packers on Oct. 4.

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