Agreed! I usually put them in a wire cage in sight of the others. However, even then, if they are separated a long time it can cause some trouble on releasing the injured bird back into the coop population. That is why I said a short time. They usually will not be too bad if it is just a short...
12 gauge shotguns are very effective coyote control. I try and avoid shooting all animals, including coyotes, but when they are raiding your livestock and next to your home it is time to defend yourself and property. I only free range a handful of roosters to look at and eat ticks and such...