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Tampa, FL - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have made a major coaching change after a disappointing season, parting ways with offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard after just one year on the job.
Tampa Bay confirmed the decision this week as head coach Todd Bowles and the organization begin reshaping the coaching staff following an 8-9 finish in the 2025 season that ended without a playoff appearance.
Grizzard, who was promoted to offensive coordinator before the season, took over after the departure of Liam Coen, who left to accept a head coaching position elsewhere.
The Buccaneers opened the season strong, starting 6-2 and appearing to be in control of the NFC South.
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However, the team struggled badly down the stretch, losing seven of its final nine games and falling out of postseason contention.
The offense, which had shown promise early in the year, became increasingly inconsistent and failed to sustain production when the team needed it most.
Grizzard’s dismissal is part of a broader overhaul of the coaching staff.
The team also moved on from quarterbacks coach Thad Lewis, special teams coordinator Thomas McGaughey, cornerbacks coach Kevin Ross, and defensive line coach Charlie Strong.
In addition, longtime assistants Tom Moore and Nick Rapone have announced their retirements.
The Buccaneers have now had a different offensive coordinator in each of the past five seasons, highlighting ongoing instability on that side of the ball.
Quarterback Baker Mayfield is expected to work with yet another new play caller in 2026 as the team searches for a more consistent offensive identity.
Tampa Bay is expected to begin its search for a new offensive coordinator immediately as it prepares for a critical offseason.