Jaguars Hire Veteran Coach Brian Picucci as Run Game Coordinator

Picucci brings extensive experience working with Jaguars coaches and a track record of success with the Buccaneers' offensive line.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 5:55pm

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The Jacksonville Jaguars have hired veteran coach Brian Picucci as their new run game coordinator, reuniting him with head coach Liam Coen. Picucci has previous coaching experience with several current Jaguars coaches, including Coen, quarterbacks coach Spencer Whipple, and passing game coordinator Shane Waldron. He also worked with Bears head coach Ben Johnson during his time with the Detroit Lions. Picucci's work with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' offensive line over the past two seasons has been impressive, as the unit ranked in the top 10 in the NFL in multiple rushing categories.

Why it matters

The Jaguars are looking to build on their success from the 2025 season and Picucci's addition to the coaching staff brings valuable experience and familiarity with the team's offensive system. His track record of developing strong rushing attacks should help the Jaguars continue to improve their ground game and take pressure off young quarterback Trevor Lawrence.

The details

Picucci has a long history with Jaguars head coach Liam Coen, having coached with him at both UMass and Kentucky before joining him in Tampa Bay in 2024. He also has ties to other members of the Jaguars' coaching staff, having coached Jaguars quarterbacks coach Spencer Whipple at UMass and worked with passing game coordinator Shane Waldron at UMass in 2012. Picucci's work with the Buccaneers' offensive line over the past two seasons has been impressive, as the unit ranked in the top 10 in the NFL in multiple rushing categories, including yards per rush, rushing first downs, and rushing yards per game.

  • Picucci was hired by the Jaguars as their new run game coordinator on January 29, 2026.
  • He previously coached with Jaguars head coach Liam Coen at UMass from 2005-2008 and at Kentucky in 2023 before joining him in Tampa Bay in 2024.

The players

Brian Picucci

A veteran NFL coach who was hired as the Jacksonville Jaguars' new run game coordinator.

Liam Coen

The head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars, who previously worked with Picucci at UMass and Kentucky.

Spencer Whipple

The quarterbacks coach for the Jacksonville Jaguars, who played under Picucci at UMass.

Shane Waldron

The passing game coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars, who coached with Picucci at UMass in 2012.

Ben Johnson

The head coach of the Chicago Bears, who Picucci worked with on the Detroit Lions' staff in 2019.

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The takeaway

The addition of Brian Picucci as the Jaguars' new run game coordinator brings a wealth of experience and familiarity with the team's coaching staff. His track record of success with the Buccaneers' offensive line suggests he can help the Jaguars continue to improve their rushing attack and take pressure off young quarterback Trevor Lawrence.