Earning a playoff spot typically eases the pressure on an NFL head coach, but Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ coach Todd Bowles finds himself in an unusual situation.

Despite guiding the Buccaneers to a 9-8 record this season, Bowles might need a victory over the Philadelphia Eagles in the Wild Card Round to secure his future in the Sunshine State.

There have been hints, as reported by JoeBucsFan.com, that the Buccaneers could consider parting ways with Bowles should they fall short in their upcoming game.

This decision may be influenced by the shifting landscape of available coaching talent in the NFL. With figures like Bill Belichick, Pete Carroll, Jim Harbaugh, and Mike Vrabel potentially on the market, the Buccaneers may view them as upgrades over Bowles.

Furthermore, the Buccaneers might be inclined to bring in an offensive-minded coach, which could lead them to consider interviewing their own offensive coordinator, Dave Canales.

The Buccaneers’ final decision remains shrouded in uncertainty and will likely hinge on the outcome of Wild Card Weekend. Should Baker Mayfield lead the Buccaneers to the Divisional Round, it would be challenging to envision Bowles facing termination.

However, a lopsided loss on Monday night could trigger significant changes within the organization.

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