Jacksonville Jaguars coach Liam Coen provides injury status for four players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 2:10 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen issued health updates for several roster members during his post-cutdown press conference on Wednesday. Wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. is back to full participation after dealing with a shoulder injury sustained during joint practices with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Jakobi Meyers, who missed time with a hand and wrist issue, is expected to resume practice. The status of offensive tackle Cole Van Lanen and running back LeQuint Allen remains uncertain for the team's upcoming Week 1 schedule. Coen noted that the return of both Van Lanen and Allen will likely be determined during game-time evaluations. The coaching staff is currently weighing whether these players will be active or held out to prioritize long-term health throughout the remainder of the season.
- •Brian Thomas Jr. practiced without restrictions on Tuesday.
- •Jakobi Meyers is cleared to return to practice on Wednesday.
- •Cole Van Lanen and LeQuint Allen are considered game-time decisions for Week 1.
- •LeQuint Allen has been sidelined since August 17 with a soft tissue injury.
- 2:10 PMYahoo Sports — Coen with injury updates on Jaguars Brian Thomas, Jakobi Meyers, others
"On Wednesday, Jaguars' HC Liam Coen provided injury updates on Brian Thomas Jr., Jakobi Meyers, and others.
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