In a rapidly unfolding series of events, Liam Coen, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ offensive coordinator, has officially accepted the head coaching position with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The move follows a dramatic week of negotiations, reversals, and late-night decisions.
Coen, who had previously agreed to an extension with the Buccaneers, re-engaged with the Jaguars after they parted ways with general manager Trent Baalke. The re-engagement led to Jacksonville offering Coen a lucrative deal reportedly on par with “Ben Johnson level money” and the authority to select the next general manager.
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The 39-year-old Coen, known for his offensive creativity, played a pivotal role in transforming the Buccaneers’ offense. Under his leadership, Tampa Bay achieved a top-four ranking in both total yards and points per game during the 2024 season. Despite initially withdrawing his candidacy for the Jaguars, Coen reversed his decision following Baalke’s dismissal, making him the 10th head coach in the franchise’s history.
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One of Liam Coen’s primary tasks will be to develop quarterback Trevor Lawrence, leveraging his expertise to unlock Lawrence’s full potential. The Jaguars hope that Coen’s innovative strategies and fresh perspective will usher in a new era of success for the team.
Meanwhile, the Buccaneers are left searching for a new offensive coordinator once again. Coen’s departure means Tampa Bay quarterback Baker Mayfield will work with his seventh offensive coordinator in as many years.
As Coen takes the helm, Jaguars fans are filled with optimism, hopeful that his leadership will bring a much-needed turnaround for the team. His appointment marks a significant milestone in Coen’s coaching career and sets the stage for an exciting new chapter in Jacksonville.
