A native of New Jersey, the 69-year-old Bruce Arians led a fulfilling life as a football coach. Bearing a ‘call it like I see it’ demeanor throughout every stop in his journey, he was always his own man, whether as a position coach or leading an entire team. And he’s had a hell of a career since his first ‘retirement’ back in 2012.
No, the man hasn’t died, nor has he retired, but he did announce yesterday that he is transitioning. He is stepping down as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and taking on a much more passive role as senior football consultant.