The Jacksonville Jaguars are actively pursuing Tampa Bay offensive coordinator Liam Coen after the recent firing of general manager Trent Baalke. The decision to part ways with Baalke came after Coen backed out of a scheduled in-person interview with team executives, opting to remain with the Buccaneers instead.
Jaguars owner Shad Khan expressed frustration with the situation, leading to the mutual agreement to separate from Baalke. Ethan Waugh has been appointed as the interim general manager and will oversee the ongoing search for a new head coach.
The coaching search had initially narrowed down to Coen, Las Vegas defensive coordinator Patrick Graham, and former New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh. Graham and Saleh are set for in-person interviews in the coming days.
Despite the setbacks, the Jaguars remain optimistic about their future prospects. With promising young talent like quarterback Trevor Lawrence and receiver Brian Thomas Jr., along with significant salary cap space and a high draft pick, the team is poised for a potential turnaround.
Additionally, the Jaguars play in the AFC South, considered one of the weaker divisions in the NFL, providing an opportunity for quick improvement. The team's ownership is committed to building a winning franchise and is determined to find the right head coach to lead them to success.
As the Jaguars continue their search for a new head coach, the focus remains on finding the right fit to maximize the team's potential and bring success to Jacksonville.
