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Jags Edge Bucs in Eye-Opening Jacksonville Practice
sports16 hours ago

Jags Edge Bucs in Eye-Opening Jacksonville Practice

A day-long joint practice in Jacksonville saw Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars’ offense repeatedly carve up the Buccaneers’ defense, while Baker Mayfield and Tampa Bay’s offense struggled with a stalled run game and inconsistent protection. Still, the Bucs had bright spots with the return of Tristan Wirfs and Vita Vea, a standout performance from Ted Hurst, and some defensive stops as both teams prepare for Wednesday’s session and the Week 1 showdown against the Bengals.

Jaguars' Depth Takes Center Stage in Preseason Loss to Panthers
sports3 days ago

Jaguars' Depth Takes Center Stage in Preseason Loss to Panthers

Jacksonville fell 34-17 to Carolina in Week 2 of the preseason, but several Jaguars depth players impressed: head coach Liam Coen chose to sit starters to limit injuries, while Nick Mullens and Joey Aguilar combined to go 15-of-17 for 195 yards; Ameer Abdullah supplied a strong offensive showing with the starting nod; rookies Josh Cameron and CJ Williams were productive on six targets, and undrafted Trebor Peña and Michael Wortham flashed as potential pieces for the practice squad; Bryan Thomas Jr. applied steady defensive pressure, and Ventrell Miller and Branson Combs earned meaningful snaps in the rotation. On the downside, tight ends Nate Boerkircher and Tanner Koziol were quiet, Carter Bradley struggled, DeeJay Dallas fumbled, and Jabbar Muhammad had some coverage lapses.

Jaguars lean on depth as rookies shine in preseason loss to Panthers
sports4 days ago

Jaguars lean on depth as rookies shine in preseason loss to Panthers

Jacksonville played mostly backups in Friday's preseason loss to Carolina, with no starting blockers or receivers. Rookie WRs CJ Williams and Josh Cameron stood out, catching multiple targets from the backup QB duo and showing they can contribute. Veteran RB Ameer Abdullah boosted his stock with a 23-yard run and an 18-yard catch-and-run, while the defense continued to deploy aggressive dime packages under coordinator Anthony Campanile. With an injury-plagued, makeshift OL and starters largely resting, the Week 1 lineup will be shaped in next week's joint practices with the Buccaneers rather than Friday's game.

Jaguars Turn Up the Heat in Joint Practice, Add Faalele in Big OL Swap
sports5 days ago

Jaguars Turn Up the Heat in Joint Practice, Add Faalele in Big OL Swap

Day 15 of Jaguars-Panthers joint practices featured Jacksonville’s defense setting the tone with multiple sacks and an explosive red-zone offense, a breakout showing from rookie Josh Cameron, and notable contributions from tight ends Boerkircher and Koziol. The Jaguars also pulled off a blockbuster offensive-line upgrade, trading for Daniel Faalele from the Giants for a 2027 sixth-round pick, as coach Coen weighs starters for Friday’s preseason opener after evaluating roster health and aiming to convert pressure into turnovers.

Jaguars Run Game Shines in Day 16 Practice vs Panthers
sports6 days ago

Jaguars Run Game Shines in Day 16 Practice vs Panthers

At Day 16 of the Jaguars’ joint practice with the Panthers, Jacksonville’s run game stood out led by Bhayshul Tuten, while Trevor Lawrence connected on multiple red-zone TDs and the offense overall looked sharp. The defense pressured Bryce Young with sacks but the team still logged zero turnovers across two joint sessions, signaling progress amid injuries. Big days from Chris Rodriguez Jr. and J’Mari Taylor complemented the offense, with Lawrence-to-Meyers highlighted as the play of the day.

Giants trade Faalele to Jaguars for late-2027 draft pick
sports6 days ago

Giants trade Faalele to Jaguars for late-2027 draft pick

The New York Giants traded backup guard Daniel Faalele to the Jacksonville Jaguars for a late-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft. Faalele, who joined the Giants in free agency after four seasons with the Ravens, had slid down the depth chart after the team drafted Francis Mauigoa and restructured the line. With Jaguars right guard Patrick Mekari out after back surgery, Jacksonville sought experience to stabilize the line. Faalele signed a one-year, $1.4 million contract with $687,500 guaranteed, leaving the Giants with minimal dead money as Jacksonville inherits $500,000 of the guaranteed base. The deal advances the Giants’ offensive-line reshaping while giving the Jaguars an immediate depth piece.

Jaguars Camp Notebook: Hunter on Defense, Etienne Exit Sparks Run-Game Makeover
sports7 days ago

Jaguars Camp Notebook: Hunter on Defense, Etienne Exit Sparks Run-Game Makeover

Albert Breer’s Jaguars training camp notebook highlights Trevor Lawrence’s growing efficiency in a streamlined offense, Jakobi Meyers enabling better role fit, and Travis Hunter being deployed primarily on defense with offensive packages. The run game is expected to shift after Travis Etienne Jr.’s departure, led by Bhayshul Tuten and Chris Rodriguez Jr. on a more physical, inside-run approach. The offensive line has right-guard questions with Emmanuel Pregnon emerging, while the defense shows depth and potential new linebacker schemes under coach Campanile, as Arik Armstead and Travon Walker shape internal rotations and the secondary develops behind injuries to Jourdan Lewis.

Pregnon Powers Through Day 14 as Jaguars Refine Line Amid Injuries
sports8 days ago

Pregnon Powers Through Day 14 as Jaguars Refine Line Amid Injuries

Emmanuel Pregnon continued his breakout in Day 14 of Jaguars camp, delivering strong reps at left guard against DaVon Hamilton as the team shuffled line duties amid injuries. Travis Hunter mostly played defense with impressive coverage, Branson Combs stood out in coverage, and Josh Cameron flashed as a vertical threat. The roster thinness forced tweaks (IR for Parker Hughes, Mullens limited, Little returning), signaling a prep-focused practice ahead of Friday’s preseason game.

Jaguars Flash Depth, Face O-Line Gaps After Saints Preseason Debut
sports9 days ago

Jaguars Flash Depth, Face O-Line Gaps After Saints Preseason Debut

In Week 1 of preseason against the Saints, the Jaguars won 24-20 and used the game to evaluate depth: Abdullah, J’Mari Taylor, Huskey, Regis, Van Lanen, and Udinski boosted their stock, while Mullens and Ballentine slumped and OL depth worries persisted after Edoga's injury and multiple penalties; Muhammad finished strong with a game-clinching breakup, highlighting mixed results across positions.

Jaguars rookies eye key debuts in preseason opener vs Saints
sports10 days ago

Jaguars rookies eye key debuts in preseason opener vs Saints

Jacksonville’s 2026 draft class will make its unofficial NFL debuts in the preseason opener vs. New Orleans, with each pick graded on a specific task: Boerkircher must show solid run-blocking and some passing-game involvement; Regis needs consistency stopping the run; Pregnon’s return timeline likely keeps him out; Huskey could force turnovers and earn expanded defensive snaps; Williams should flash versatility as an edge/inside rusher; Koziol must prove physicality in the trenches and as a receiver; Cameron has been standout-like and could lead targets (and possibly return kicks); CJ Williams should continue separating with strong hands; Durfee’s playing time is uncertain due to injuries; Hughes must seize snaps and shine on special teams to help win a roster spot.

Parker Washington Headlines Jaguars Camp Midpoint as Winners and Losers Emerge
sports12 days ago

Parker Washington Headlines Jaguars Camp Midpoint as Winners and Losers Emerge

At the Jaguars' training camp midpoint ahead of the preseason, Parker Washington has emerged as the standout, likely leading the team in receiving yards, while Travis Hunter has shined on both offense and defense. LeQuint Allen has been used heavily in the passing game, and B.J. Green II has claimed the DE3 role. Matt Dickerson, Jarrian Jones, Branson Combs, and Jabbar Muhammad have strengthened the depth chart with versatile play. Chuma Edoga could win a roster spot amid offensive-line injuries, and Chris Rodriguez Jr. has shown downhill running and pass protection. On the downside, Wyatt Milum has not seized a starting job, Jalen McLeod has missed time due to injury, Quintin Morris has been quiet, Wesley Williams remains a depth concern, and Jack Kiser's knee injury clouds his roster future.