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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost to the Miami Dolphins 20-17 on Sunday, falling to 7-8. Since their 5-1 start, Tampa has collapsed, but they still have a chance to make the playoffs. Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles has a task for his team ahead of the NFC South title match against the Carolina Panthers. “We […]

Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans are usually on the same page, but not on the biggest play of their Week 16 loss. Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles revealed his two star players were not on the same wavelength on their final offensive play of their loss to the Carolina Panthers, which Mayfield confirmed. […]

Journalist Albert Breer’s read on Todd Bowles’ job status came with a familiar warning label: Tampa Bay can still salvage the season, but the next three weeks matter. With the Buccaneers sitting at 7-7 after a brutal 29-28 loss to Atlanta and dropping five of their past six, the division race and the optics around […]

Despite a brutal 29-28 loss to the Atlanta Falcons in Week 15, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers may make the playoffs this season, but that has not stopped fans and pundits from wondering what the future could hold for head coach Todd Bowles. Insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated recently broke down where the league stands […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Week 15 collapse against the Atlanta Falcons sparked anger across Raymond James Stadium, but Gerald McCoy aimed the conversation in a different direction when it came to Todd Bowles. The Buccaneers blew a 28–14 fourth-quarter lead and fell 29–28 on Thursday Night Football, a loss that felt heavier than the standings. […]

For five seasons, Todd Bowles’ defense had lived on the right side of NFL trivia. That streak ended Thursday night in gut-wrenching fashion. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers surrendered a fourth-and-14 conversion during their 29-28 Week 15 collapse against the Atlanta Falcons. It marked the first time since 2020 that Tampa Bay failed to stop an […]

Thursday night was supposed to be a turning point for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. A prime-time stage, divisional stakes, and a chance to steady a season that had quietly slipped off course after a 6–2 start. Instead, it turned into the defining low point of their 2025 campaign. Tampa Bay’s stunning 29–28 collapse against the […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers collapsed against the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday Night Football. The Bucs failed to put Atlanta away despite building a 14-point fourth-quarter lead in their home stadium. Kirk Cousins delivered for the Falcons with three scoring drives in the final quarter, including the game winner. Tampa Bay fell to 7-7 with the […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers fell to 7-7 with an ugly loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday Night Football. Tampa Bay has now dropped five of its last six games, including back-to-back losses to division rivals. And the Buccaneers’ playoff odds took a tumble after the team’s prime-time collapse. Despite a 14-point fourth quarter lead, […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles was deep in his feelings after they suffered a one-point defeat to the Atlanta Falcons, 29-28, on Thursday. The Buccaneers held a comfortable 14-point advantage in the fourth quarter, but the Falcons, who are already out of playoff contention, mounted a furious rally. Kyle Pitts caught a late touchdown, […]

After a stunning loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 14, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers hoped to rebound against the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday Night Football. However, the Bucs’ awful run following their Week 9 bye continued with another loss to a division rival. The Falcons embraced the role of spoiler against the Buccaneers. […]

Hide the women and children! Raymond James Stadium witnessed a pair of dejections on Thursday: 1. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers against the Atlanta Falcons and 2. Todd Bowles in the postgame conference. The Buccaneers lost for the sixth time in their last eight outings after allowing the Falcons to complete a come-from-behind victory, 29-28. After […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers walked into Week 14 knowing a matchup with the 2-10 New Orleans Saints was still no guarantee, especially given the physicality that always shows up in NFC South battles. But even with that awareness, Tampa Bay was stunned 24-20 at Raymond James Stadium, a result that further complicates their pursuit of […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 12, but they gained a player on the field. After being out since Week 5, Chris Godwin returned to the field against the Rams and finished with two catches for nine yards. It was obvious that the Buccaneers were looking to slowly get […]

After a sleep couple of Sundays, Week 11 felt like a very consequential slate in the NFL that would have major ramifications on the playoff picture and how we view some of the top teams in the league coming down the home stretch of the season. The results backed that up. The Rams took control […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have lost three of their last four games, losing to the Buffalo Bills, 44-32, on Sunday. In what turned out to be a wild shootout, the Buccaneers’ defense was unable to get Bills’ quarterback Josh Allen off the field. That prompted many to wonder why Todd Bowles opted to punt in […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers head north to Highmark Stadium for a pivotal Week 11 showdown against the Buffalo Bills. Both teams sit at 6-3 and eager to rebound after tough losses. Tampa Bay’s 28-23 defeat to the New England Patriots last week left fans frustrated. The defense allowed multiple explosive plays and failed to close […]

Two teams with playoff aspirations collide in Orchard Park this Sunday as the Buffalo Bills (6-3) host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-3) in a crucial Week 11 matchup. Both teams are coming off frustrating losses, and both desperately need a bounce-back performance to stay in the thick of their respective playoff races. High-stakes Week 11 […]

The questions for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers came early in the week as they prepared to face the high-flying New England Patriots. And they were answered negatively. The Buccaneers ruled out three key players for their Week 10 game, according to a post on X by Ari Meirov. “The #Bucs have ruled out RB Bucky […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter Week 10 well-rested, rejuvenated, and ready for one of their toughest tests of the season. Sitting at 6-2 after a much-needed bye, the Bucs host the AFC-leading New England Patriots. This could be a tone-setting win for the Bucs’ playoff push. Quarterback Baker Mayfield has strung together a season of […]

In their win over a division rival, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers got the last laugh and put up some impressive defensive plays. But they should have had another big play because video review disputed there was a whistle on the called-back Antoine Winfield Jr. touchdown, according to a post on X by Jenna LaineESPN. “Re: the […]

On Sunday afternoon, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers improved to 6-2 on the 2025 NFL season with an easy 23-3 road win over the New Orleans Saints. The Buccaneers played this game without linebacker Haason Reddick, who was out with an injury. On Monday, the Buccaneers got the latest update on Reddick’s status moving forward. “HC […]

While Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield works through an injury, he also insulted the Saints. And Todd Bowles dropped a “bloodbath” admission on the Saints clash after Mayfield’s comments, according to a post on X by Rick Stroud. “Coach Todd Bowles on Baker Mayfield saying the Saints’ play is less than clean. “He’s gotta […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield delivered a perfect punchline after watching rookie Tez Johnson’s acrobatic touchdown celebration against the San Francisco 49ers. “I mean, if I weighed 142 pounds, I’d probably be able to fly too — but I haven’t weighed that since 6th grade.”​ Mayfield made this comment during his post-game media conference […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost wide receiver Jalen McMillan for at least half of the season due to a neck injury he sustained in August. With Week 6 on the horizon, head coach Todd Bowles shared an update on the second-year pro. When asked about McMillan’s potential return date, the 61-year-old coach provided a murky […]

Things have gone well for Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield, but he may not have been able to change public perception. And he may have to do even more on Sunday as the Buccaneers received a plethora of injury updates for the 49ers game. It’s quite a list, according to a post on X […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles is holding out hope that starting cornerback Zyon McCollum will be available for Sunday’s Week 6 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers, despite a recent thumb procedure. According to Pewter Report, Bowles told reporters this week that McCollum is still being evaluated but remains a candidate to play, […]

In what was an awful first half for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday afternoon against the Philadelphia Eagles, it ended up haunting them in what was a 31-25 loss. While the connection between Buccaneers’ Baker Mayfield and Emeka Egbuka was on full display on Sunday, the quarterback was less than pleased after the game. […]

Something has to give between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Philadelphia Eagles when they both stake their undefeated records in Week 4 on Sunday. The Buccaneers remained undefeated after escaping the New York Jets, 29-27, in Week 3. It’s their first 3-0 start since 2005. The Eagles, meanwhile, are still unblemished in their title […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are preparing to move forward without one of their most important offensive pieces. Wide receiver Mike Evans will reportedly miss three to four weeks after suffering a hamstring injury in Sunday’s win over the New York Jets. FOX Sports’ Greg Auman added that while the injury is not as severe as […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers added a massive presence to their practice squad this week, but head coach Todd Bowles said the move had nothing to do with preparing for one of the NFL’s most scrutinized plays. The Buccaneers announced Tuesday that they signed defensive tackle Desmond Watson, who weighs over 400 pounds, to their practice […]

With the news of Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans expected to miss multiple weeks with a hamstring injury, there’s no denying the blow that this is to the team in the short term. As the Buccaneers star recovers from the hamstring injury, there is an aspect that could motivate Evans to make a […]

It was supposed to be a relatively peaceful game for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers against the New York Jets. They were up 26-20 with two minutes left, and Chase McLaughlin was lining up for a field goal. A made field goal would put them up by two scores, making it harder for New York to […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are 2-0 on the season, but there are still some areas where they can improve. One of those areas is kicking, as Chase McLaughlin has missed some kicks over the past two weeks. In their win against the Houston Texans, McLaughlin missed a 38-yard field goal in the third quarter. Head […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers moved swiftly after Calijah Kancey will miss the 2025 season. They’ve plucked away a former Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Wednesday. NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport reports Elijah Simmons is coming on board following the big NFL injury for the Bucs. Simmons previously was on the Cards’ practice squad. Kancey suffered a […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ unbeaten start is being overshadowed by growing concerns along their offensive line. Head coach Todd Bowles confirmed Buccaneers offensive lineman Cody Mauch is dealing with a knee injury and missed practice. His status for the upcoming game against the New York Jets remains uncertain, compounding Tampa Bay’s injury concerns. That development […]

Baker Mayfield displayed strong composure with under 10 seconds left to seal the Tampa Bay Buccaneers road win. Mayfield led the final touchdown drive to win 20-19. He then threw shade at Houston Texans safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson after the Monday Night Football contest. Mayfield broke off a 15-yard run as his Bucs faced fourth-and-10 with […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers elevated to 2-0 in last-second fashion. Baker Mayfield capped a game-winning drive with under 10 seconds left to beat Houston 20-19. But star defender Calijah Kancey endured a setback after beating the Texans. Kancey left early with a pectoral injury. The defensive tackle noticeably couldn’t complete his hand rush move when […]

As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Atlanta Falcons, 23-20, last Sunday afternoon, the football world has been hyping up the team regarding what they accomplish this season. With the Buccaneers led by the heroics of Emeka Egbuka, former player Chris Long would go as far as to say that the team should be in […]