Was this really so bad?

One reporter is under fire for her actions during Liam Coen’s postgame press conference.

Coen, the head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars, watched his team lose 27-24 to the Buffalo Bills in the Wild Card round on Sunday.

The 40-year-old cut a somber figure while speaking to the media. However, one reporter encouraged him to keep his head up following the great job he’s done so far.

“You hold your head up, alright? You guys have had a most magnificent season. You did a great job out there today. So you just hold your head up, OK?” she said.

“Keep it up, you’ve got another season.”

The reporter in question is 20-year veteran Lynn Jones of the Jacksonville Free Press.

Lynn Jones Attracts Criticism Over Kind Words To Liam Coe

Some thought Jones’ words were heartwarming, but some members of the media have been critical.

“Very nice, but completely inappropriate in this setting as credentialed media. I assure you she was spoken to. Which is actually sad,” one said.

“look, it’s a kind sentiment, but it’s not the job of a reporter to console a coach in a postgame press conference,” another declared. “Pressers are to ask questions to gain a better understanding of what happened or figure out what’s next — and do it in a limited amount of time.”

The Jaguars finished the 2025 NFL season with a 13-4 record that saw them top the AFC South. However, they exited the playoffs at the first opportunity despite an immense effort.

Bills quarterback Josh Allen scored the winning touchdown late in the fourth quarter to leave Jacksonville in heartbreak.

Perhaps it’s why Jones felt the need to briefly switch to her fan hat. But her decision doesn’t seem to have gone down well with other reporters.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.