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Bucs' New Era: QB, Defense Face Major Overhaul
8 Sep
Summary
- Bucs aim for NFC South title after 2025 collapse and injury woes.
- Fifth offensive coordinator in five seasons for Tampa Bay.
- Defense undergoes significant personnel changes after last-ranked red zone defense.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are preparing for the 2026 season with significant changes after collapsing in 2025. Following a 6-2 start, injuries led to a late-season slump, costing them the NFC South title. Todd Bowles returns as head coach, but the offensive coordinator role remains unstable with Zac Robinson becoming the fifth in five seasons.
Key offensive personnel shifts include the departure of Mike Evans, leaving Chris Godwin and others to lead the receiving corps. The defense also sees a major reshuffling, with Lavonte David retired and several new defensive players acquired through free agency and the draft, aiming to improve upon their last-ranked red zone defense from 2025.
The Buccaneers' 2026 schedule includes three primetime games, with the final three weeks TBD, potentially setting up another late-season NFC South showdown. Fans can follow the team's progress through various media partners throughout the season.
Broadcasts of the 2026 NFL season will be distributed across networks including CBS, Fox, NBC, and ESPN, with specific games available on Prime Video, NFL Network, and Netflix. Watching the Buccaneers' games will cost an estimated $40-$125 monthly for in-market viewers and $115-$200 for out-of-market fans, depending on service subscriptions.
