# Liam Coen on Brian Thomas not playing in second half

> Jaguars coach Liam Coen says Brian Thomas must make plays after benching him in second half.
- Title: Liam Coen on Brian Thomas not playing in second half
- Summary: Jaguars coach Liam Coen says Brian Thomas must make plays after benching him in second half. Jaguars coach Liam Coen benching wide receiver Brian Thomas for…
- Keywords: seahawks, jaguars, brian thomas, liam coen, nfl, wide receiver, second half, sports, Liam, Coen, Brian, Thomas
- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/liam-coen-on-brian-thomas-not-playing-in-second-half-guys-have-to-make-plays
- Published: 2026-10-19T12:18:31.797+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: seahawks, jaguars, brian thomas, liam coen, nfl, wide receiver, second half, sports
## Jaguars coach Liam Coen
Jaguars head coach Liam Coen left Brian Thomas on bench for entire second half.
## Brian Thomas performance
Thomas targeted three times in first half but dropped a pass and had no catches.
## Coen's statement
Coen said, 'Just week to week. Week to week. Guys have to step up and make plays'.

> Just week to week. Week to week. Guys have to step up and make plays
## Thomas' recent performance
Thomas went without a catch in Week 5, raising questions about his confidence.
## Gladstone's comment
Jaguars GM James Gladstone called trade chatter about Thomas 'fraudulent'.
## Key takeaway

Jaguars coach Liam Coen benching wide receiver Brian Thomas for second half due to poor performance.