The Buccaneers have found their new offensive coordinator - and they’re tapping into the Sean McVay coaching tree to do it.
Tampa Bay is hiring Zac Robinson, the former Falcons offensive coordinator, to lead their offense moving forward. Robinson, 38, brings a quarterback’s mindset and a fast-rising coaching résumé to a Bucs team looking to build on its recent progress.
Let’s break this down.
Robinson’s path to Tampa has been a steady climb through some of the NFL’s more innovative offensive systems. After a playing career that included time with the Bengals, Patriots, Seahawks, and Lions, Robinson transitioned to coaching in 2019 with the Rams, starting as an assistant quarterbacks coach. He later added assistant wide receivers coach to his duties before becoming the Rams’ full-time quarterbacks coach in 2022.
That Rams stint is where Robinson really made his mark. Working under McVay, he helped shape one of the league’s most detail-oriented and quarterback-friendly schemes.
That experience earned him a shot as Atlanta’s offensive coordinator in 2025 under Raheem Morris. Now, just a year later, he’s on the move again - this time to Tampa Bay, where he’ll be tasked with elevating an offense that showed flashes but lacked consistency.
So, what are the Bucs getting in Robinson?
For starters, they’re getting a coach who understands modern offensive football from the ground up. His time with the Rams and Falcons has given him experience with everything from condensed formations to motion-heavy looks and play-action concepts that stress defenses at every level.
In Atlanta, Robinson’s offense ranked 14th in total offense, 24th in scoring, 8th in rushing, and 19th in passing. Not eye-popping numbers across the board, but the run game was a clear strength - and that’s something Tampa Bay could look to lean on.
The Bucs’ OC search was extensive. Robinson was one of several names in the mix, including former Titans head coach Brian Callahan, Rams pass game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase, Ravens OC Todd Monken, Lions pass game coordinator David Shaw, Cardinals QB coach Israel Woolfork, Giants OC Mike Kafka, and Bengals OC Dan Pitcher. Ultimately, Tampa Bay zeroed in on Robinson - a coach with upside, experience in multiple offensive roles, and a reputation for developing quarterbacks.
This hire signals a continued commitment to building a balanced, modern offense in Tampa. Whether it’s with a returning starter or a new face under center, Robinson’s job will be to get the most out of the Bucs’ skill talent and bring more consistency to a group that’s had its share of ups and downs.
It’s a pivotal moment for the Buccaneers. And with Zac Robinson now calling the plays, they’re betting on a young offensive mind to take them to the next level.