Overview
- The Buccaneers completed interviews with Craig Aukerman and Anthony Levine Sr., then met with Eagles coordinator Michael Clay with Philadelphia’s permission.
- The team also held a virtual interview with longtime Steelers special teams coordinator Danny Smith, according to a club post on X.
- Detroit Lions assistant Jett Modkins interviewed earlier in the week as the candidate list continues to grow.
- Aukerman coordinated Miami’s special teams in 2025 and can pursue new roles after the Dolphins dismissed head coach Mike McDaniel.
- Tampa Bay parted with Thomas McGaughey after Pro Football Focus graded the unit near the bottom, including three blocked kicks, two blocked punts, and poor expected-points results on punts.