Tampa Bay quarterback Baker Mayfield likes to joke about how much he looks up to Josh Allen.
Author: Rob Maaddi
NFC South-leading Bucs look to bounce back against struggling Saints
Displeased as Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers might be about the way New Orleans plays defense, that hasn’t affected Tampa Bay’s recent success rate against its division rival.
Baker Mayfield’s success in Tampa Bay has turned him into a coach-builder
Baker Mayfield revived his career in Tampa Bay and became a coach-builder in the process. Mayfield’s success with the Buccaneers in 2023 helped Dave Canales become head coach of the Carolina Panthers after just one season as an offensive coordinator. Mayfield has played even better under Liam Coen, who will be among the top candidates for coaching vacancies this offseason. The Buccaneers need a victory over the Saints on Sunday to clinch their fourth straight NFC South title. At some point, Coen will get an opportunity to interview with other teams. The Jets, Saints and Bears are looking for new coaches with more openings to come next week.
Kentucky assistant Liam Coen agrees to be Buccaneers’ offensive coordinator, AP source says
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have agreed to hire Kentucky assistant coach Liam Coen to be their offensive coordinator, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press.