TAMPA, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers announced changes to their coaching staff Monday, parting ways with five assistant coaches following a disappointing end to the season.

The team confirmed it has separated from Offensive Coordinator Josh Grizzard, Special Teams Coordinator Thomas McGaughey, Quarterbacks Coach Thaddeus Lewis, Cornerbacks Coach Kevin Ross and Defensive Line Coach Charlie Strong.

Staff Changes Reflect Championship Expectations
Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said the decisions were necessary to maintain the organization’s standards and long-term goals.

“These decisions are always difficult, but the disappointing end to the season required some changes to our coaching staff in order to ensure we live up to the high standards we have set here,” Bowles said. “Our goal is to compete for championships every year, and it is my responsibility to make these tough decisions.”

Bowles thanked the departing coaches for their contributions and wished them well, noting that effort was not the issue despite the lack of results this season.

Two Veteran Coaches Announce Retirements
In addition to the departures, Senior Offensive Assistant Tom Moore and Safeties Coach Nick Rapone announced their retirements.

Moore concludes a remarkable 62-year coaching career, including 48 seasons in the NFL and the past seven with the Buccaneers. He was part of four Super Bowl championship teams with the Pittsburgh Steelers (1978, 1979), Indianapolis Colts (2006), and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2020).

Bowles Praises Moore’s Lasting Legacy
Moore was honored in 2023 with the Pro Football Hall of Fame Awards of Excellence for his significant contributions to the game.

“Tom Moore is a legend in the coaching profession, and it has been an honor and a privilege to have him on our staff,” Bowles said. “His knowledge and understanding of the game is unmatched, and he served as an invaluable resource for our entire coaching staff. It will be the personal interactions I had with him every day that I will miss the most.”

The Buccaneers are expected to begin the process of filling the vacant coaching positions in the coming weeks as preparations begin for the upcoming season.

ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) — A downtown Orlando parking garage adjacent to Kia Center has been renamed ThreatLocker Garage, marking an expanded partnership between the Orlando Magic and Central Florida-based cybersecurity company ThreatLocker.

Formerly known as the GEICO Garage, the ThreatLocker Garage is located directly across from Kia Center and features two entrances off South Street and Division Avenue.

ThreatLocker Expands Partnership With Orlando Magic
ThreatLocker, an Orlando-based leader in cybersecurity, continues to grow its partnership with the Orlando Magic through the garage naming and its role as a Champions of the Community (COTC) partner. The company also provides its market-leading Zero Trust Platform to help protect the Magic’s digital infrastructure.

“The Orlando Magic are thrilled to continue elevating its existing partnership with ThreatLocker,” said Charlie Freeman, president of business operations for the Magic. “As a leader in the cybersecurity space, we are excited to help grow their brand through the naming of the ThreatLocker Garage. As COTC partners since 2023, our organizations share a strong commitment to the Central Florida community.”

Commitment to Central Florida Community
ThreatLocker is one of nine Champions of the Community partners, a group of organizations recognized for their shared dedication to supporting the Central Florida region.

“As ThreatLocker has grown from a local startup into a leading global cybersecurity company, our roots in Central Florida remain at the core of our identity,” said ThreatLocker CEO and co-founder Danny Jenkins. “The Orlando Magic’s long-standing support for local businesses has played an important role in our journey, and we are proud to take the next step in our partnership with the ThreatLocker Garage.”

Cybersecurity Leader With Global Reach
ThreatLocker offers a cost-effective approach to cybersecurity by using advanced controls to prevent threats such as ransomware. With 24/7 support from a team of skilled cybersecurity professionals, the company serves businesses worldwide while continuing to invest in the Central Florida community.

The renaming of the garage further solidifies ThreatLocker’s presence in downtown Orlando and underscores its growing relationship with the Orlando Magic.