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Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Grizzard Adapts to Preseason Challenges
21 Aug
Summary
- Buccaneers evaluating new OC Grizzard's handling of QB rotation, game situations
- Grizzard may call plays from booth in preseason finale to gain different perspective
- Buccaneers have full offensive starters returning, including QB Mayfield
As of August 21st, 2025, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are closely monitoring how their new offensive coordinator, Josh Grizzard, is handling his increased responsibilities during the preseason. Grizzard has been tasked with managing a rotation of quarterbacks and depth players, forcing him to adapt to a variety of situations each week.
Head coach Todd Bowles has praised Grizzard's performance so far, noting the coordinator's ability to adjust to the different game flows and scenarios he has faced. This includes having to manage a rookie quarterback, as well as navigating two-minute and four-minute drills.
The Buccaneers are now considering having Grizzard call plays from the booth in the preseason finale against the Buffalo Bills, which would give him a different vantage point to evaluate the offense. Bowles stated that the coaching staff is still debating the decision, as Grizzard has been on the sidelines for the first three preseason games.
Regardless of where Grizzard is positioned, the Buccaneers are using the preseason as an opportunity for the coordinator to gain confidence in his role and learn how to adapt in real-time. With all 11 starters returning on offense, including quarterback Baker Mayfield, the team is eager to see how Grizzard's play-calling and adjustments unfold as they finalize preparations for Week 1.
