Saints and Jaguars End in 17-17 Draw, Coach Kellen Moore Receives Support from Liam Coen

The New Orleans Saints and Jacksonville Jaguars played to a 17-17 draw in a thrilling preseason matchup that showcased moments of brilliance and areas for improvement. While the game ended without a winner, the intense back-and-forth action provided plenty of talking points, including the performance of Saints head coach Kellen Moore, who received words of encouragement from a familiar face: Jaguars offensive coordinator Liam Coen.

Despite the tie, Moore's leadership was on full display as he worked to maximize his roster's potential and evaluate key players. While the result wasn’t what he had hoped for, the game provided valuable experience for his squad ahead of the regular season.

"We’re disappointed we couldn’t finish the game the way we wanted, but there’s a lot to take away from this performance," Moore said after the game. "We’ll go back, look at the film, and make the necessary adjustments. The goal is always to get better, and that’s what we’ll focus on moving forward.”

After the game, Moore received an encouraging message from Liam Coen, his counterpart on the Jaguars’ coaching staff. Coen, who worked with Moore in previous years, reached out to offer both support and advice.

“I know it’s frustrating, but you’re building something really good here,” Coen told Moore. “Preseason is about finding those moments to improve, and I have no doubt you’re going to turn this into a winning team. Keep pushing, Kellen.”

The two coaches, who share a long history of mutual respect, exchanged words of encouragement following the hard-fought tie. Moore, clearly appreciative of the support, took the advice to heart, knowing that the season ahead would require continued growth and focus.

“Liam’s words mean a lot,” Moore said. “He’s a great coach, and his encouragement helps put things into perspective. We’ve got a solid foundation, and it’s all about building on it each day.”

As the Saints prepare for the upcoming season, Moore's confidence and leadership will be critical in turning these preseason lessons into tangible results when the regular season begins. The tie against the Jaguars might not have been the ideal outcome, but with Coen’s encouraging words, Moore is confident that his team is on the right path.