Parcells, Buccaneers Talking

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers acknowledged for the first time Tuesday that they are pursuing Bill Parcells.

The Buccaneers fired Tony Dungy, the only winning coach in their 26-year history, Monday night and are believed to be close to an agreement with Parcells.

After denying during a news conference that the team had ever had discussions with Parcells, the sons of owner Malcolm Glazer issued a statement saying talks began with agent Jimmy Sexton on Tuesday afternoon.

Dungy, who had a 56-42 record at Tampa Bay, might interview next week for the Indianapolis Colts’ head coaching job, according to his agent, Ray Anderson.

San Diego Charger offensive coordinator Norv Turner interviewed for the team’s head coaching job.... Miami Dolphin offensive tackle Harry Swayne retired after 15 years in the NFL, ending a career that included three Super Bowl titles, two with the Denver Broncos and one with the Baltimore Ravens.... Chicago Bear running back Anthony Thomas was named the NFL’s offensive rookie of the year.