| 1996 Tampa Bay Buccaneers season | |
|---|---|
| Owner | Malcolm Glazer |
| General manager | Rich McKay |
| Head coach | Tony Dungy |
| Home field | Houlihan's Stadium |
| Results | |
| Record | 6–10 |
| Division place | 4th NFC Central |
| Playoff finish | Did not qualify |
| Pro Bowlers | 3
|
| AP All-Pros | FB Mike Alstott, MLB Hardy Nickerson |
| Team MVP | MLB Hardy Nickerson |
The 1996 Tampa Bay Buccaneers season was the team's 21st in the National Football League (NFL). The Buccaneers failed to improve on their 7–9 season in 1995, finishing 6–10. It was the first season under head coach Tony Dungy. The 1996 season marked the final year that the Buccaneers wore their trademark orange, red, and white "creamsicle" uniforms. Until 2010, it was the last time that the Buccaneers failed to sell out any of its home games. Despite Tampa finishing with a losing record, Dungy had restored the competitive spirit in the organization. Five of the 10 losses was only by a touchdown or less.
The Buccaneers would not have another losing season until 2003.