Buccaneers Promote Josh Grizzard to Offensive Coordinator
Grizzard, previously the team's pass game coordinator, steps into the role following Liam Coen's departure to the Jaguars.
- Josh Grizzard, 34, was promoted to offensive coordinator after one season as the Buccaneers' pass game coordinator.
- Grizzard's promotion maintains continuity in Tampa Bay's offense, which ranked fourth in scoring and third in passing during the 2024 season.
- Quarterback Baker Mayfield thrived under Grizzard's guidance, achieving career highs in passing yards (4,500), touchdowns (41), and completion percentage (71.4%).
- Grizzard becomes Mayfield's eighth offensive coordinator in as many NFL seasons, highlighting the quarterback's history of coaching turnover.
- The Buccaneers aim to build on their offensive success after securing their fourth consecutive NFC South title but falling in the Wild Card round.