Takeaways from Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles speaking at the NFL combine

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At the NFL Scouting Combine, before the players hit the field, we get to hear from those at the top of the organization as they decide what they do in the coming weeks with the team. The combine gets a lot of focus as a draft event, but it is also a time when coaches and general managers open up about various issues and needs for the team.

On Tuesday, Bucs head coach Jason Licht spoke to the media to discuss a wide range of topics.

We wanted to gather up various points and discussion pieces from the last two days and share them here for your consumption. One thing was clear, though, Todd Bowles seems to be aware of the pressure he is on, and mentioned his new staff has him feeling like they can achieve more in 2026.

But enough from us, here from the man himself.

Todd Bowles defends himself to fans​

Bucs HC Todd Bowles on why he deserved to return but he fired five assistants and two retired. pic.twitter.com/8dibGtM5Pd

— Rick Stroud (@NFLSTROUD) February 24, 2026

Todd Bowles is praying for a Mike Evans return​

"I'm hoping and praying [Mike Evans] comes back. He's been a Buc his whole life. He's done so much for the city and the team of Tampa Bay that it's unmistakable. ... But he's earned the right to look around in free agency."

—Todd Bowles on Mike Evans' future in Tampa Bay … pic.twitter.com/BRNPvXTlph

— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) February 24, 2026

Todd Bowles provides an update on key defenders​

#Bucs HC Todd Bowles spoke about what kind of shape DT Vita Vea is in and how CB Zyon McCollum can improve and be the player they expected him to be after signing a big deal before last season. pic.twitter.com/6Knb5tT3XK

— PewterReport ‍ (@PewterReport) February 25, 2026

Todd Bowles offers praise to Josh Grizzard in his new role​

Todd Bowles on new #Eagles pass-game coordinator Josh Grizzard: “He’s a sharp guy, I think his best coaching is ahead of him.” pic.twitter.com/9hR0zyRBp0

— EJ Smith (@EJSmith94) February 24, 2026

Todd Bowles explains the Zac Robinson hiring​

#Bucs HC Todd Bowles wanted a little more offensive play-calling experience and got that by hiring OC Zac Robinson. Having Robinson allows Bowles to get back to his responsibilities coaching up the defense. pic.twitter.com/xUQPLhtaLh

— PewterReport ‍ (@PewterReport) February 24, 2026

Todd Bowles discusses looming free agents​

Todd Bowles on the difficulty of walking away from iconic players who become free agents. pic.twitter.com/MOB3BO7TqJ

— Rick Stroud (@NFLSTROUD) February 24, 2026

This article originally appeared on Bucs Wire: What did Bucs HC Todd Bowles share with the media at the NFL combine?

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