2026 NFL Coaches and Players on the Hot Seat

As the 2026 NFL season approaches, the number of coaches facing pressure may be lower than in previous years, but some, like Todd Bowles of the Buccaneers, are still under scrutiny. Zach Pereles discusses why Bowles could be among the coaches with the least time to turn things around.

Coaches are not the only ones feeling the heat; players and coordinators also face expectations. Pereles has identified one individual from each team who is particularly under pressure this season. For the Cleveland Browns, quarterback Deshaun Watson is highlighted as a player who must perform well to avoid being labeled a bust.

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