Former UNC QB T.J. Yates joining Tampa Bay Buccaneers' coaching staff Posted Feb 2, 2026 Former Atlanta passing game coordinator T.J. Yates and senior offensive assistant Ken Zampese are joining the Bucs’ offensive staff. Yates played six seasons in the NFL after being selected by the Texans in the fifth round of the 2011 draft. A standout at UNC, he is best remembered for leading Houston to its first playoff victory during the 2011 season. (Tampa Bay Times)