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Buccaneers Block Jaguars' Coaching Staff Requests After Liam Coen's Departure

Liam Coen's move to the Jaguars as head coach sparks tension as Tampa Bay denies Jacksonville access to key staff members.

Liam Coen, new Head Coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars, reacts as he is introduced to the media at the Miller Electric Center on January 27, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida.
Bucs GM Jason Licht isn't allowing former offensive coordinator Liam Coen, who left for Jacksonville, raid his coaching staff. (Getty file)
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Overview

  • Liam Coen left the Buccaneers to become the Jaguars' head coach, accepting a $13M per year deal and the ability to select the next general manager.
  • The Buccaneers blocked Jacksonville's attempts to interview offensive line coach Kevin Carberry and assistant offensive line coach Brian Picucci for potential roles on Coen's new staff.
  • Tampa Bay's general manager Jason Licht and head coach Todd Bowles are reportedly upset over Coen's abrupt departure, which included a period where Coen was unreachable before finalizing his decision.
  • Coen had initially agreed to return to Tampa Bay as offensive coordinator with a significant raise before reversing course after the Jaguars fired their general manager.
  • The Jaguars, who finished the season 4-13 with a struggling offense, are banking on Coen to revitalize their team and quarterback Trevor Lawrence.