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NFL Offseason Calendar 2026: Key Dates & Events

NFL offseason 2026: Key events kick off right after Super Bowl, including East-West Shrine Bowl, Senior Bowl, Pro Bowl Games, and Super Bowl 60. Teams gear up for big moves, with franchise and transition player tagging, NFC Scouting Combine, free agency negotiations, and the league year beginning. Free agency and the combine spark massive player movement and endless mock drafts. The annual league meeting, offseason workouts, and rookie minicamps set the stage for another thrilling season.

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  • Todd Bowles Hunts for New Coaches

    01:04|
    Todd Bowles embarks on a significant offseason overhaul, seeking five new assistant coaches for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The most pressing roles are offensive coordinator and special teams coordinator, with two defensive positions and the quarterbacks coach also up for grabs. Virtual interviews have been conducted with several candidates for these positions, including David Shaw, Israel Woolfork, Brian Callahan, and Zac Robinson for offensive coordinator, and Jett Modkins for special teams coordinator. The search for defensive line coach, cornerbacks coach, and quarterbacks coach continues, with Bowles aiming to solidify his staff for the upcoming season.
  • Bucs Fire Offensive Coordinator, Seek New Play-Caller

    01:27|
    The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, once boasting a top-tier offense, have fired their offensive coordinator due to injury-riddled struggles. Head coach Todd Bowles is now seeking a replacement, with notable candidates including Todd Monken, Kliff Kingsbury, and Kevin Stefanski. The team aims to find a play-caller capable of handling chaos and maximizing their talent for a stronger 2025 season.
  • Bucs Interview Brian Callahan for Offensive Coordinator

    01:10|
    Brian Callahan, former Titans head coach and Bengals offensive coordinator, interviews for Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator position. Known for molding Joe Burrow and Peyton Manning, Callahans West Coast style aligns with Bucs speedy receivers and agile runners, offering fresh ideas and steady growth to the offense.
  • Bucs Interview Zac Robinson for Offensive Coordinator

    01:55|
    The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are swiftly filling their offensive coordinator position, with Zac Robinson, former Atlanta Falcons OC, being the latest candidate interviewed. Robinson, who previously worked with Sean McVays Rams, is known for his play-calling skills and quarterback background. He could bring fresh ideas to the Bucs offense next season.
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    01:38|
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    The Detroit Lions are facing a coaching exodus, with David Shaw, their passing game coordinator, and Jett Modkins, assistant special teams coach, both interviewing for roles with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Shaw, with over three decades of coaching experience, is a key figure in the Lions offense, but his future remains uncertain amidst the teams search for a new offensive coordinator. The Lions coaching staff is in flux, with fans eagerly watching to see if Shaw will stay or join the Buccaneers for a bigger role.
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    01:38|
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