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Jaguars' Gladstone, Coen Prepared for Long NFL Draft Waits
Jacksonville's GM and coach have experience handling the uncertainty of late draft picks.
Apr. 11, 2026 at 5:43pm
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The Jaguars' front office duo of Gladstone and Coen have the experience to navigate the unpredictability of the NFL Draft, even when their team lacks premium early picks.Today in JacksonvilleJacksonville Jaguars general manager James Gladstone and head coach Liam Coen are no strangers to long waits on NFL draft day. During their time with the Los Angeles Rams, they once had to wait until the 104th overall pick to make a selection. Now with the Jaguars, they are prepared to handle the uncertainty that comes with late-round picks.
Why it matters
The Jaguars have the 25th overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, meaning they could face a lengthy wait before making their first selection. Gladstone and Coen's prior experience with the Rams will help them manage the anticipation and strategize effectively despite the lack of early picks.
The details
While with the Rams, Gladstone and Coen had to wait until the 104th overall pick to make their first selection one year. This experience taught them how to stay patient and focused during the long draft day waits that can occur, especially for teams without premium picks early on.
- The 2026 NFL Draft is scheduled for April 24-26.
The players
James Gladstone
The general manager of the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Liam Coen
The head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars.
What they’re saying
“Liam has been through it before.”
— James Gladstone, General Manager, Jacksonville Jaguars
The takeaway
The Jaguars' leadership duo of Gladstone and Coen have the experience and patience to navigate the uncertainty of the NFL Draft, especially when their team doesn't have premium picks early on. This will serve them well as they look to build a competitive roster through strategic late-round selections.
