Liam Coen confirms Jaguars starters will not play against Saints
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 6:26 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
The Jacksonville Jaguars will not feature any of their starters in the preseason opener against the New Orleans Saints this Saturday. Coach Liam Coen stated his decision following Tuesday's practice, emphasizing the importance of upcoming joint practices that offer game-like reps. Unlike previous seasons, the Jaguars are not implementing new schemes this year, reducing the necessity for in-game reps. Coen indicated that starters could participate in future preseason games. The joint practice is scheduled for Thursday.
- •Jaguars open preseason against Saints on Saturday
- •Liam Coen rules out starters for first game
- •Joint practice takes place on Thursday
- •Team is not implementing new schemes this year
- •Future preseason participation for starters possible
- 6:26 PMYahoo Sports — Will Jaguars starters play in preseason opener? Liam Coen makes decision
"Will the Jaguars' starters play in the team's preseason opener against the Saints? Here's what Liam Coen had to say.
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