The Jacksonville Jaguars completed their regular season with a 13-4 record, capturing the AFC South title. Tony Khan, the team’s chief football strategy officer, expressed optimism about the franchise’s trajectory, calling the current outlook the best he has seen in his 15 years leading the organization. His confidence reflects the team’s significant progress and promising foundation heading into the next season.
Leadership Credits and Organizational Turnaround
Khan attributed much of the Jaguars’ recent success to head coach Liam Coen, general manager James Gladstone, and executive Tony Boselli. Their combined efforts have transformed the Jaguars, setting a renewed tone for the future. Khan praised the leadership as integral to the team’s upward momentum in 2025.
I’ve never felt better going into an offseason about the future of the organization than I do right now in 15 years. And so much of the credit for that goes to Liam Coen. So I think we have a great group of people, James Gladstone and Tony Boselli, working with Liam and the great people here. It’s been such a great year for the Jacksonville fans and everyone who works here.
Tony Khan, Chief Football Strategy Officer
Liam Coen’s Impact and Recognition
Khan described Coen as a “breath of fresh air” who has been pivotal in the team’s growth and playoff qualification. The Jaguars’ leap to winning the AFC South marked a remarkable improvement, underscoring Coen’s effective leadership. Khan also highlighted the personal investment of his father in hiring Coen, pointing to the resulting success as validation of that decision.
Liam Coen leading this organization has been a breath of fresh air. And I thought my dad made a great move, hiring Liam, and I think that’s been reflected in the tremendous results and the huge improvement winning the AFC South, and I think we’re all really excited for the future here with the Jaguars,
Tony Khan, via John Shipley of SI.
Absolutely, you’re right. We wanted to go even further and take it further, but getting into the playoffs and winning the AFC South were big goals for the team this year, and that’s massive improvement year over year. And I think that’s why Liam Coen is a very deserving candidate for Coach of the Year, and we are also very proud and excited to see our quarterback, Trevor Lawrence nominated for comeback Player of the Year and nominated for MVP.
Tony Khan
Injury and Future Plans for Rookie Travis Hunter
Rookie wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter’s season was cut short due to a knee injury, causing him to miss the final seven games. Head coach Liam Coen views this time away as an opportunity to reassess Hunter’s role and develop a strategic approach for his dual-position play going forward. Coen expressed strong confidence in Hunter’s abilities to contribute effectively on both offense and defense.
I do think the best thing that could have happened was like, all right, not that he got hurt, but we got hurt and we still, we were able to have success right? So now we get the privilege of going throughout this. He’s still rehabbing, going through a whole process of rehab, getting back, but now we can go say, Okay, where is this going to truly help us go take the next step? Like, what’s going to actually help us get over the hump, from time allotment for him, practice schedule, playing on Sundays?
Liam Coen, Head Coach
I think Travis Hunter can absolutely handle playing on both sides of the ball..
Liam Coen
Coen also touched on the challenge of managing Hunter’s playing time once he finds his rhythm in offensive roles. Despite ongoing adjustments, the coaching staff believes Hunter’s unique skill set makes him a valuable asset in multiple positions.
I think we were getting there. I think we were getting there. And then he gets, you know, he has 100 yards against the Rams, gets hurt, forced us to go, kind of make some other decisions. And it was a blessing at the end of the day for the way it played out in some ways, but look, we’ll look through that,
Liam Coen
I do think that if you just said, alright man, go play football without much coaching. I mean, corner, he just looks — he just looks the part, exactly what he is. And then, but also when you get the ball in his hands, I mean, he can make people miss, which I can’t coach, you know. So it’s still a fine line. It’s still something we’re working through.
Liam Coen
Jason Garrett’s Reflection on Tennessee Titans Coaching Search
Former Dallas Cowboys head coach and current NBC analyst Jason Garrett recently interviewed for the head coaching role with the Tennessee Titans. He spent six to seven hours meeting with GM Mike Borgonzi, assistant GM Dave Ziegler, and the team’s staff, discussing their vision and football philosophy. Garrett expressed a positive impression of the Titans’ direction and personnel.
I had an absolutely great experience,
Jason Garrett
I visited with (GM) Mike Borgonzi and (assistant GM) Dave Ziegler and the whole staff there. It probably went for six or seven hours, and we just talked football, visions for the team. There’s a lot of good things going on down there in Tennessee. I know they didn’t have a very good record last year, and they’ve been struggling the past few years. But they have a good young quarterback, Jeffery Simmons is as good a defensive player as there is in the NFL, there’s lot of cap space, and I think they have the right people in charge. So, it was a fun opportunity for me.
Jason Garrett, via Jim Wyatt of the Titans’ site
Confidence in Titans’ Coaching Staff and Talent
Garrett voiced strong support for the Titans’ new coaching staff, which includes head coach Robert Saleh, offensive coordinator Brian Daboll, and defensive coordinator Gus Bradley. He believes their experience and leadership will bring stability and growth to the franchise.
I think they’ll do a great job down there,
Jason Garrett
I like Mike Borgonzi and what he brings in terms of leadership to the program, and Robert has done an excellent job as a coordinator in the NFL and is deserving of another opportunity. I think he’ll put a good group together there. Brian Daboll, Gus Bradley – they are all established coaches in the NFL. It’s a good young team. I think they’ll make good personnel decisions, and there’s a lot to be excited about down there.
Jason Garrett
High Hopes for Quarterback Cam Ward
Garrett also praised the Titans’ young quarterback Cam Ward, highlighting his talent and character. He believes Ward’s work ethic and leadership will be crucial as the Titans build a competitive team around him.
I like (Cam) a lot, Garrett said.
A very talented guy, and as we all know the first player taken in the draft. Excellent athleticism, arm talent, all of that. To a man, everybody I’ve talked to that’s known him since high school, they love who he is as a person and what he is all about. He loves football, his work ethic, and everything that goes with it. I think they have the right guy there, they just have to surround him with a good group of people and I think they’re in the process of doing that.
Jason Garrett
Looking Ahead: Jaguars’ Promising Path
The Jaguars’ achievement of winning the AFC South and reaching the playoffs signals a turning point for the franchise, with a renewed sense of hope and ambition. Tony Khan’s positive assessment sets a strong foundation for the team’s strategy moving forward, while Liam Coen’s coaching and the development of players like Trevor Lawrence and Travis Hunter underpin the team’s competitive potential. Meanwhile, movements in other NFL teams such as the Tennessee Titans further illustrate the evolving landscape this offseason. Jacksonville fans and the wider NFL community can expect to watch closely as the Jaguars leverage this momentum in the upcoming season.
