Jacksonville Jaguars fans have entered the chat, and they’re not holding back. As news broke about Brian Flores interviewing for the Jags’ head coach spot, the Jags faithful wasted no time voicing their opinions — and let’s just say, the vibes were anything but welcoming.
Social media lit up with pleas like, “Please keep him away from our team,” signaling a wave of skepticism about Flores’ fit.
Skepticism and Substitutes: Jaguars Fans React to Brian Flores’ Interview
Flores’ name popped up in the Jaguars’ search for a new head coach. After the team’s official X (formerly known as Twitter) handle confirmed an interview, the reactions poured in and weren’t exactly warm.
“Please keep him away from our team,” one fan pleaded, setting the tone for a barrage of skepticism.
Please keep him away from our team
— CD_2818 (@CD2818_) January 17, 2025
Flores, known for his defensive prowess with the Minnesota Vikings (he led Miami to back-to-back winning seasons in 2020 and 2021 before his controversial exit), seems polarizing.
Critics didn’t hold back: “Who would hire this guy? Players hate him, and he is litigious,” one post read, pointing to his well-documented legal battle with the NFL over their hiring practices.
As well, Flores already had a controversial stint in Florida as a head coach, with Dolphins players being open about his time with the team, including former QB Ryan Fitzpatrick calling his style akin to a “dictator.”
Fans weren’t shy about pushing their preferences. “Announce Ben Johnson or Liam Coen,” another declared, favoring younger, offensive-minded coaches.
Announce Ben Johnson or Liam Coen
— 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐧 (@CookedByDevyV2) January 17, 2025
Yet some kept it simple: “Good luck to the Jaguars in their search.”
The Jaguars, coming off a struggle-filled season led by the newly paid Trevor Lawrence, need a head coach who can build momentum. But with fan favorites clearly outlined, Flores has an uphill climb to win over the Jags’ passionate base.
NFL or Rugby? Louis Rees-Zammit’s Next Move Has Fans Guessing
Louis Rees-Zammit traded rugby scrums for NFL routes, but now the 23-year-old Welsh dynamo has hit a crossroads. With his contract with the Jaguars expired, the question on everyone’s mind: Will he double down on football or make a dramatic U-turn back to rugby?
His NFL journey started with a bang: signed by the Kansas City Chiefs, Rees-Zammit got a taste of preseason action, but the regular-season roster eluded him. Enter the Jaguars, who gave him a shot on the practice squad, where he wore all the hats: running back, receiver, kicker, and kick returner.
Now, the man of the hour is vacationing in Asia, weighing his next move. Rumor has it he’s still NFL-focused, with the Jaguars offering another shot, but whispers of a rugby comeback are gaining steam (could the Six Nations see his dazzling speed again?). While other NFL teams might be intrigued, league rules have them benched until the offseason officially ends.
One thing’s for sure: Whether it’s NFL fields or rugby pitches, Rees-Zammit’s next play promises fireworks.