Jacksonville Jaguars Head Coach Liam Coen addressed the media in Phoenix, Arizona, during the annual league meetings on Tuesday. His comments provided several key insights into the team's current outlook and future plans for the upcoming season.

Updates on Key Player Statuses

Travis Hunter's Recovery Timeline Remains Unclear

Regarding wide receiver Travis Hunter, Coach Coen confirmed he is making significant progress following his knee injury sustained last November. However, Coen was careful not to set a specific return timeline for Hunter.

The team plans to hold off on definitive status updates until Organized Team Activities (OTAs) commence. While the Jaguars have an idea of Hunter's role, they are taking a measured approach given the time remaining before serious practice begins.

Confidence in the Rushing Attack

Expecting a Leap in Rushing Production

Coen acknowledged that while the team cannot perfectly replicate everything Travis Etienne provided last season, he strongly expects the Jaguars' running game to improve significantly this year. This conviction seems rooted in several factors.

It remains to be seen if the expected leap is due to a new running game coordinator, further development from Bhayshul Tuten, or a combination of both. The dip in rushing production late last season clearly remains a point of focus for the head coach.

Free Agency Strategy and Roster Building

The Jaguars Are Not Finished Adding Talent

General Manager James Gladstone had previously communicated the team's offseason operational plan to Coen, which resulted in the Jaguars largely maintaining their existing roster during the initial free agency period. Despite this relative quietness, Coen indicated the team is actively looking to make further additions.

Coen stated that "window shopping" remains a major component of the coaching staff's process. He explicitly noted that the Jaguars are "outright not done," suggesting potential moves via trades or signings after the initial free agency rush.

Ventrell Miller's Ascending Role

Opportunity for the Young Linebacker

Following the events of January 4, 2026, against the Tennessee Titans, it became evident that linebacker Ventrell Miller's importance to the defense has grown substantially. Miller has seen spot starts previously, but 2026 appears set to be his first season as an every-week starter.

Coen expressed strong belief in Miller's readiness, stating, "if you're him and we haven't signed anybody, you should say well at least they believe in me." He emphasized that the time is now for Miller to "truly take it over," though the upcoming draft will ultimately reveal the team's final assessment of the linebacker position.