Rachaad White believes Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles 'should let somebody else call defense'

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers concluded the 2025 NFL season with an 8-9 record, failing to meet expectations and missing the playoffs despite a promising 6-2 start. Running back Rachaad White, facing free agency, suggested that head coach Todd Bowles should relinquish defensive play-calling duties to focus on head coaching responsibilities. This comes after the Buccaneers fired offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard following the disappointing season.

Despite the team's struggles, the Buccaneers' ownership, the Glazer family, decided to retain Bowles for a fifth season, citing his previous success with three consecutive division titles. The Bucs' defense, under Bowles' direction, ranked 19th in yards and 20th in points allowed, contributing to the team's challenges.

White, who has been with the Buccaneers since being drafted in 2022, expressed uncertainty about his future with the team, acknowledging that his candid remarks about Bowles' role might affect his prospects with Tampa Bay. White