Buccaneers fans, pundits react to new offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard

Here's what Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans and NFL pundits had to say about new Bucs OC Josh Grizzard.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Passing Game Coordinator Josh Grizzard / Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have their new offensive coordinator, and the potential continuity he brings on offense has people excited.

The Bucs announced on Friday that they hired pass game coordinator Josh Grizzard to their vacant offensive coordinator position, filling the role left by Liam Coen after he departed to coach the Jacksonville Jaguars. Grizzard is familiar with the team's offense from last year, which was a top-five unit under Coen — he was also in charge of the third down offense, and the Bucs were the best third down team in the NFL in 2024.

Naturally, a lot of that has fans and pundits excited for the possibilities that Grizzard brings to this Bucs offense. Here's what Bucs fans and NFL pundits said on social media after the team announced the hire:

Fans are hyped for Josh Grizzard

Grizzard was in charge of the league’s top 3rd Down offense last season. A well deserved promotion to keep continuity in the scheme! Love the move! https://t.co/OyziL1tRVg

— Steven Cheah (@StevenCheah) January 31, 2025

As I thought would happen, Grizzard gets the #Bucs OC position.

Grizz is very highly regarded by the Bucs front office and players; continuity is a bonus, but NOT the reason he was given that promotion. I'd expect the Bucs offense to continue on its current trajectory with… pic.twitter.com/QnzB0w4pii

— 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗶™ 🏴‍☠️ (@TheSamerAli) January 31, 2025

Grizzard my life is yours if you give Vita Vea a goal line carry https://t.co/r9PdDyAVY3

— Ashlie (@EMT_Ashlie) February 1, 2025

Miami Dolphins offensive quality control coach Josh Grizzard during practice. / © Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Grizz Time pic.twitter.com/goCsN6KHhn

— JC Cornell (@CornellNFL) January 31, 2025

The Bucs get their guy

Continuity is kept and a similar learning scheme as he learned under Liam Coen and had time in Miami with Mike McDaniel

Really think it was a 2 man race between Grizzard and Nate Scheelhaase

Think Nate will be a star, but think Grizzard will as well… https://t.co/VFwkTEFCoI

— Tampa Tones (@TampaTones) January 31, 2025

Grizzard is such a good hire. Give continuity to Baker and the offense. #WeAreTheKrewe

— ⚡️YaCousinVinny☠️ (@TampaVinny25) January 31, 2025

Josh Grizzard is your new OC, Bucs fans. Love it.

— Luke Easterling (@LukeEasterling) January 31, 2025

King Grizzard and the Wizard Lizard https://t.co/QMBHtpqa8l

— JP Acosta (@acosta32_jp) January 31, 2025

Just read some insightful and informative articles on coach Grizz. Love it. Josh Grizzard is officially our new Offensive Coordinator. My favorite note: Dude has a knack for coaching up Wide Receivers and of course, prowess with the passing game. I’m Optimistic! #GoBucs 💯🏴‍☠️ pic.twitter.com/4ilrdvxg4a

— Ghost in SoCal 👻™️ (@SamSoCal_) January 31, 2025

For my fellow millennials out there, I found the best way to remember the pronunciation of Bucs OC Josh Grizzard’s last name is that it sounds the same as the Pokémon Charizard.

Griz-ZARD. Chari-ZARD.

Hope this helps 🫡 https://t.co/VY8nNlg3Vc pic.twitter.com/wfVY69S7QF

— Kenny Morales (@KennyMoralesTV) January 31, 2025

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