Buccaneers Hire Liam Coen as Offensive Coordinator, Eyeing Mayfield's Retention

The move aims to maintain offensive continuity and bolster efforts to re-sign key free agents, including quarterback Baker Mayfield.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have agreed to hire Kentucky assistant coach Liam Coen as their new offensive coordinator, a move that signals a strong intent to retain quarterback Baker Mayfield.
Coen's hiring is seen as crucial for the Buccaneers' efforts to re-sign Mayfield, who has expressed a desire for continuity and familiarity in the offensive system.
Mayfield, set to become a free agent, had a career resurgence under the Buccaneers' previous offensive coordinator, Dave Canales, and has indicated his future with the team could depend on the new coordinator hire.
Coen, who previously worked with Mayfield during their time with the Los Angeles Rams, brings a system similar to Canales', potentially easing the transition and bolstering the team's offensive strategy.
The Buccaneers are also focused on re-signing key free agents, including Pro Bowl wide receiver Mike Evans, to maintain their competitive edge and continuity on offense.