Tampa Bay Buccaneers Have Started Season 0-4
The team remains winless through four games, placing them in contention for an early 2027 NFL Draft selection.
Updated on Oct. 4, 2026 in Football
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have opened the 2026 NFL season with four consecutive losses. This marks the team's first 0-4 start since 2013.
Why it matters
The poor start leaves the team in position for an early pick in the 2027 NFL Draft. Additionally, current head coach Todd Bowles is not expected to return to the organization next season.
The team currently holds a 0-4 record and occupies the third overall position in the 2027 NFL Draft order. This draft ranking is currently behind the Houston Texans and the Tennessee Titans.
The players
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are a professional football team based in Tampa that competes in the National Football League.
Todd Bowles
Todd Bowles is the current head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The details
The Buccaneers current struggles have left them at the bottom of the league after four weeks of play. As the season progresses, analysts are focusing on the team's draft positioning rather than playoff potential.
Timeline
The last time the team started a season 0-4 was in 2013.
The current NFL season is the 2026 season.
The upcoming NFL draft will take place in 2027.
Season Trajectory
This winless start mirrors the team's performance in 2013 and significantly alters the competitive outlook for the remainder of the season. The team is currently trending toward an early first-round draft selection rather than playoff contention.
The team currently sits in the third spot for the 2027 NFL Draft order. This position is subject to change based on the remaining games in the 2026 season schedule.
The takeaway
The team now faces an extended evaluation period regarding their long-term coaching staff and roster needs. Fans should look toward the draft order as a primary indicator of the team's strategic direction.
Further reading
For more on the team's standing, visit Football.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Sports Illustrated.
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