The REAL Problem with Todd Bowles’ Coaching Staff

On today's show, the guys take a big picture look at Jason Licht’s role in the current state of the franchise and how roster construction decisions have contributed to Todd Bowles’ collapse as head coach. The conversation examines how much responsibility falls on the front office, whether the Bucs delayed necessary change, and why this offseason could define the future direction of the organization.

In this bonus episode, Rhett Matthew (@rhettakus) joins Rock Riley on WDAE ( @95.3WDAE ) to break down the real issue behind Todd Bowles’ struggles as head coach and why the problems go deeper than game day decisions. From coaching staff structure to accountability and player development, the conversation explains why the same mistakes keep showing up for the Bucs and what must change for Tampa Bay to move forward.

The Buccaneers miss the playoffs, and the questions start immediately. Todd Bowles is once again under the spotlight as concerns grow over conservative coaching and game management. Is Bowles in trouble, and what direction is this franchise headed in 2026? With major decisions looming, change may be closer than it appears for the Buccaneers.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers barely survive a 16-14 win in rainy conditions, but it was far from convincing. Missed opportunities and conservative play calling kept this game closer than it should have been. Now the Bucs need help in the NFC South, as a Saints win over the Falcons is required for Tampa Bay to claim the division title. We are live taking your calls and reacting with Bucs fans.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are a far cry from the team that started 6–2 with wins over the Seahawks and 49ers. This group is getting worse, not better, and Todd Bowles does not appear to have the answers. After the loss in Miami, Bowles now sits at 34–33 as head coach, with losing records in two of his four seasons. Now the Bucs no longer control their own fate. Even a win over the Panthers may not be enough, as Tampa Bay needs the Saints to beat a Falcons team coming off a big primetime win over the Rams. If Atlanta wins, the Bucs are eliminated, and the NFC South crown goes to Carolina in what would be a messy and underwhelming finish to the season.

Late-game mistakes and self-inflicted errors sink the Buccaneers in a 23-20 loss on the road to the Carolina Panthers, who now sit atop the NFC South. Another game slips away because of execution issues and questionable play calling when it mattered most. We’re breaking it all down and opening up the phone lines to hear from Bucs fans — because it’s going to be a long week in Tampa.

The Buccaneers head to Charlotte with their season hanging in the balance. Both Tampa Bay and Carolina sit at 7-7, and Sunday’s matchup at Bank of America Stadium could decide who controls the NFC South heading into the final weeks. With Tampa Bay searching for answers after recent struggles, this game represents a chance to reset the narrative — or let the division slip away.Can Todd Bowles steady the ship, or will former Bucs offensive coordinator Dave Canales have the Panthers surging toward their first division crown in nearly a decade? We’re joined by James Hill (‪@MrBucsNation‬) for a full preview of this pivotal showdown.

The NFC South is in full chaos after Week 15, and somehow the Buccaneers still control their playoff destiny. We break down the latest division clinching scenarios and what Tampa Bay needs to do down the stretch. Plus, a huge blow to the Bucs defense as Zyon McCollum is placed on IR, forcing major changes in the secondary. And it’s time for a real conversation about Baker Mayfield. His play has dipped since midseason, and if the Bucs want to make a playoff run, it has to turn around fast.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have added a familiar face ahead of Thursday Night Football, signing former OLB and Super Bowl Champion Jason Pierre-Paul to the practice squad. Is this a desperate attempt to spark the locker room, or are fans reading too much into it? We’re breaking down what the move really means, the latest Bucs injury updates, and how Tampa Bay matches up in a primetime NFC South battle against the Atlanta Falcons.

We’re live taking your calls after the Buccaneers fall 24–20 to the New Orleans Saints. Now sitting at 7–6 and tied with the Panthers, Tampa Bay turns in another flat, uninspired performance that raises even more questions about where this team is headed. Is this the beginning of the end for Todd Bowles?