Liam Coen Accepts Jaguars Head Coach Position for 2025

Liam Coen has officially accepted the head coaching position with the Jacksonville Jaguars after a tumultuous week that saw him initially withdraw from consideration. The Jaguars fired general manager Trent Baalke, which was perceived as a strategic move to attract coaching candidates. Coen, who had a successful season as the offensive coordinator for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where quarterback Baker Mayfield had a career year, was initially set to remain with Tampa Bay but changed his mind following Baalke's exit. The Jaguars are hoping Coen can revitalize quarterback Trevor Lawrence's performance after a disappointing season. Coen's hiring marks him as the eighth head coach in Jaguars history and the third offensive-minded coach in their recent history. His ability to influence the next GM hire was reportedly a key factor in his decision to join Jacksonville.