Liam Coen Shifts to Jacksonville Jaguars as Head Coach After Reconsidering Buccaneers' Offer
Liam Coen, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ offensive coordinator, has reportedly accepted the head coaching position with the Jacksonville Jaguars, reversing his earlier decision to remain with the Buccaneers. Coen, 39, had initially agreed to a lucrative extension with Tampa Bay, which would have made him one of the highest-paid coordinators in the NFL. However, after the Jaguars fired general manager Trent Baalke, Coen reconsidered and traveled to Jacksonville to finalize the deal.
The Buccaneers were caught off guard by Coen’s change of heart, as they had not been informed of his plans to interview with the Jaguars. Coen later reached out to Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles, explaining that he wanted to explore the Jacksonville opportunity. The Jaguars’ decision to part ways with Baalke appears to have been a key factor in Coen’s reconsideration, as Baalke’s presence had reportedly deterred several coaching candidates.
Coen’s departure marks the second consecutive year that the Buccaneers have lost their offensive coordinator to a head coaching position. Last year, Dave Canales left to become the head coach of the Carolina Panthers. Coen’s impact on the Buccaneers’ offense was significant, as he helped quarterback Baker Mayfield achieve career-high numbers and led the team to a top-three finish in total offense during the 2024 season.
The Jaguars, who finished 4-13 and last in the AFC South, are hoping Coen can revitalize their offense and develop quarterback Trevor Lawrence. Coen’s offensive philosophy, rooted in his time under Sean McVay with the Los Angeles Rams, emphasizes adaptability and maximizing player strengths. His ability to balance a strong passing and rushing attack, as demonstrated in Tampa Bay, will be crucial for Jacksonville’s success moving forward.
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