Baker Mayfield, Kingmaker

Josh Grizzard has been named the new offensive coordinator for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, replacing Liam Coen, who is considered perhaps the second-best playcaller in Bucs history behind Bruce Arians.

A key concern raised is that quarterback Baker Mayfield has a history of elevating his offensive coordinators to head coaching positions quickly, as seen with Dave Canales and Liam Coen. This leads to the conundrum for Bucs fans: if the Buccaneers' offense performs well this season, Grizzard could become a prime head coaching candidate.

This is considered likely because NFL owners highly value offensive success, as it drives wins, attracts fans, and generates revenue. Therefore, if the Bucs win their division or have playoff success, Grizzard is expected to be a hot name in head coaching rumors by January. Conversely, if the offense struggles, this scenario is less probable.

Fan comments reflect mixed perspectives. Some express hope for a stellar season even if it means losing Grizzard, while others question his experience and readiness, noting he was relatively unknown before this promotion. Doubts were raised about whether Canales and Coen were truly "kingmakers" or if Mayfield masked coaching deficiencies. The quality of the Bucs' offensive weapons was also highlighted as a significant factor in any coordinator's success.