Todd Bowles, known for his amiable demeanor, found himself in a moment of light embarrassment during a press conference this week, where he addressed questions about the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ upcoming game against the Detroit Lions in the divisional round.
With the recent harsh weather conditions affecting NFL playoff games, particularly the Dolphins-Chiefs and Steelers-Bills matchups, a reporter expressed concerns about the elements possibly impacting the NFC clash between the Bucs and Lions.
However, her concerns turned out to be misplaced, as Todd Bowles promptly pointed out that the game would be played indoors. The awkwardness ensued as he clarified that there were no weather-related considerations for the upcoming game.
Fans on social media didn’t spare the reporter, offering their own comments on the situation. While Bowles delivered a somewhat savage response, he managed to handle it without excessive emphasis.
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In any case, the Buccaneers are scheduled to face the Lions at 4:00 PM ET on Sunday, and there are no weather concerns for the indoor venue. Acknowledging the unexpected question, there’s room to cut the reporter some slack as reporters strive to fulfill their responsibilities, even when faced with unforeseen queries.