With the NFL season just on the cusp of making its glorious return, the buzz surrounding players and fans alike is reaching a fever pitch. Whether it’s die-hard supporters reveling in the return of their beloved teams or fantasy football enthusiasts anxiously awaiting the start of a new season, the excitement is almost tangible.
But amidst all the hype, have you ever stopped to wonder about the coaches? Well, wonder no more, as Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles made it abundantly clear where he stands on the matter. In a media session leading up to the team’s Week 1 showdown against the Washington Commanders, Bowles left no room for interpretation.
When asked how a typically stoic coach like himself feels on the eve of the season opener, Bowles threw caution to the wind and let his emotions run wild. With an unexpected display of exuberance, Bowles pounded both fists on the podium, belting out, “It’s exciting!” The sheer enthusiasm in his voice caught everyone off guard, eliciting laughter and amusement from both the coach and the reporters in attendance.
In that moment, Bowles showed a side of himself that few had seen before. The usually composed and collected coach couldn’t contain his excitement, breaking into fits of laughter as he struggled to compose himself and provide a coherent response. It was a refreshing and humanizing moment for a man often seen as a pillar of seriousness in the world of football.
As the room erupted in laughter, Bowles’ genuine display of emotion served as a reminder that even the most stoic of figures can’t help but get caught up in the thrill of a new NFL season. So as kickoff approaches and the intensity ramps up, let’s not forget that even the coaches, like Bowles, are just as eager and excited for the spectacle that is American football. After all, as Bowles himself would probably agree, the game is just too darn fun not to enjoy.
