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Jaguars Coach Coen on Colts Matchup
Jaguars coach Liam Coen details key strategies for Week 8 Colts game.
In brief
Jaguars coach Liam Coen details key strategies for Week 8 Colts game. Jaguars head coach Liam Coen emphasizes rebounding from recent loss and improving pass defense ahead of Week 8 AFC South clash with Colts. Originally reported by Jacksonville Jaguars On SI.
Jaguars Need Motivation
Jacksonville Jaguars do not need extra motivation heading into Week 8 battle with Indianapolis Colts.
Week 8 Significance
Jacksonville knows Week 8 tilt with Colts means moving forward in AFC South title race.
Rebound from Loss
Jaguars must rebound from 34-31 loss to Houston Texans in Week 6 before bye week.
Coen's Post-Bye Focus
Coen said going on bye after loss makes it hardest to stay motivated and compete.
Coen's Sleep Pattern
Coen didn't sleep much Sunday night wanting to get back to work with players.
Colts' Fire Sale
Colts traded All-Pros Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner to Seahawks and 49ers.
Colts' Weakened Status
Colts are weakened entering Sunday after fire sale to concede AFC South race.
Coen on Player Quality
Coen respects Nelson and Buckner as top players who disrupt both run and pass.
Jaguars' Focus Strategy
Coen stressed Jaguars must focus on their improvements not Colts' sideline changes.
Post-Bye Momentum
Jaguars need to build post-bye momentum by focusing on execution and fundamentals.
Pass-Rush Challenges
Jaguars rank 24th in sack rate despite being quick to pressure in NFL.
Coen on Pass Defense
Coen said pass defense needs better hand usage and matchups to improve.
Brian Thomas Jr. Status
Brian Thomas Jr. hasn't caught a pass since Week 4 against Bengals.
Thomas' Performance
Thomas didn't play in second half of Week 6 loss after two first-half drops.
Coen on Thomas
Coen believes Thomas will make plays for Jaguars this Sunday against Colts.
Thomas' Future
Thomas' future with Jaguars remains in doubt until trade or production.
What to remember
Jaguars head coach Liam Coen emphasizes rebounding from recent loss and improving pass defense ahead of Week 8 AFC South clash with Colts.
