Coronation Street: Will’s Jealousy Explodes as Megan Sets Her Sights on Daniel Osbourne
Coronation Street is pushing the tension to breaking point as Megan continues her calculated manipulation of Will Driscoll, leaving the teenager spiralling into jealousy, confusion, and emotional dependence. Now, a new twist sees Megan closing in on a completely unsuspecting local — and Will reaches a dangerous new level of obsession.
Megan Tightens Her Grip on the Cobbles
Will Driscoll’s life has completely unravelled since he fell under the influence of Megan, his former athletics coach. Believing he’s in a secret romantic relationship, the vulnerable teen is blind to the truth: Megan is grooming and controlling him with disturbing precision.
She has already wormed her way into the Driscoll family’s trust, arriving as the “heroic coach” who just happened to find Will and bring him home. But behind the smiles and quiet reassurances, her threats in the ginnel showed the real Megan — the one who keeps Will terrified, compliant, and isolated.
A New Target: Daniel Osbourne
In upcoming scenes, the danger escalates. Megan starts working her charm on Daniel Osbourne, bumping into him in the shop as though it’s all chance. When Will mentions she wants to move nearby, Daniel innocently offers to check for teaching jobs at the local school.
Megan eagerly hands over her number.
Daniel, well-meaning and unaware, sees a new neighbour in need of help.
Will sees betrayal.
Megan sees opportunity.
Her shift of attention leaves Will furious and confused, convinced he’s losing her to another man. For a teenager already under psychological strain, this jealousy could push him into explosive behaviour.
Lauren Learns the Truth
According to actress Beth Nixon, who plays Megan, the storyline is about to expose just how calculated her character truly is. While Eva and Maggie remain dazzled by Megan’s “mentor” mask, one person finally sees the truth: Lauren.
Having survived grooming herself, Lauren recognises the signs instantly — the tactics, the language, the subtle control. When she confronts Megan (directly or indirectly), Megan is forced to change tactics fast, choosing Daniel as her convenient cover story.
Megan’s Complexity Revealed
Beth Nixon also teased deeper layers to Megan’s arc. She isn’t written as a “flat villain” — instead, she’s insecure, attention-hungry, and shaped by a hidden past that has twisted her sense of love and power.
“She’s desperate to be loved, desperate to be adored,” Beth explained. “Her reasons for that will eventually be uncovered.”
This suggests a longer, darker storyline ahead — one that will expose Megan’s history while raising the stakes for Will and everyone around him.
What Happens Next?
As Will’s jealousy grows and Megan keeps tightening her hold on the family, viewers can expect:
• rising tension between Will and Daniel
• Lauren stepping into dangerous territory as she investigates
• Megan becoming increasingly unpredictable
• Maggie and Eva falling deeper into Megan’s trap
• Will’s emotional collapse as Megan pushes him to his limit