{
  "id": 5104131,
  "title": "Jacksonville Jaguars coach Liam Coen talks backup QBs, rookie DE",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/jacksonville-jaguars-coach-liam-coen-talks-backup-qbs-rookie-de",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-02T14:32:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jacksonville-jaguars-coach-liam-coen-143213836.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On September 2, Jacksonville Jaguars coach Liam Coen addressed the media for the first time since the final preseason game of August. The coach discussed various topics including the trade for quarterback Quinn Ewers from the Miami Dolphins to back up Trevor Lawrence, and cutting the previous backup, Nick Mullens. Coen aimed to create competition and improve the team's offense.\n\nRegarding the rookie defensive end Bryan Thomas Jr., Coen expressed excitement about his explosive skills and natural pass rush abilities. Coen noted that Thomas had shown promise during the offseason activities.\n\nCoen also highlighted Trevor Lawrence's versatility, pointing out his ability to make accurate throws and move in different directions. This trait makes Lawrence a valuable asset to the team.\n\nThe coach expressed pride in the preparation and work ethic of players like Ameer Abdullah, a veteran running back who contributes to the team's success on special teams as well. Coen also praised the commitment of injured offensive tackle Cole Van Lanen and running back LeQuint Allen Jr. to their rehabilitation, hoping they could be ready for the game.",
  "summary": "Jaguars coach Liam Coen held a news conference on Sept. 2, his only one of the week between cutdown day and opening game week. Here's what he said.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Liam Coen addresses Jaguars roster moves from cutdown day",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/liam-coen-addresses-jaguars-roster-moves-from-cutdown-day",
        "published": "2026-09-02T13:41:20.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}