Five Reasons Dirk Koetter is a Step Up for the Buccaneers

Feb 24, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Dirk Koetter speaks to the media during the NFL scouting combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Dirk Koetter speaks to the media during the NFL scouting combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
1 of 6

Some were surprised when Lovie Smith was fired by the Buccaneers after only two seasons.  However, it was a good move, and a step up for the team.

Jan 15, 2016; Tampa Bay, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneer head coach Dirk Koetter is introduced to the media at One Buccaneer Place Auditorium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 15, 2016; Tampa Bay, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneer head coach Dirk Koetter is introduced to the media at One Buccaneer Place Auditorium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

The Buccaneers made an interesting move following the 2015 season.  Relieving Mike Smith of his duties after last season did create some questions.  The Bucs did improve by four games in 2015.  Not only that, but at 6-6, they were in the heat of the playoff race.  It fell apart in the final four weeks, but one could argue that Lovie did have them on the right track.

More from Bucs News

However, Licht made the move, firing Smith and promoting offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter into the head coach position.  In spite of all the questions, the move is the right one for Tampa Bay.  Here are five reasons why.

Next: Continuity on Offense

Schedule