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Jacksonville Jaguars Hidden Gems: 3 Secret Superstars on the 2025 roster

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The Jacksonville Jaguars have been trying to find their way for a very long time. Here are three Secret Superstars who could, along with a new org chart, point things in the right direction.

There was a time, not so long ago, when the Jacksonville Jaguars had the NFL’s best defense, were among NFL’s best teams when it counted, and were one half of football away from a Super Bowl, You don’t have to go through the dim recesses of your mind to get back to 2017, and the 14-3 second-half lead this franchise had over the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship game, before Bill Belichick and Tom Brady did what they nearly always did.

Those Jaguars looked to be contenders for a while, but a series of ill-informed front office decisions spit the bit before things could really get going. Whether it was Executive VP of Football Operations Tom Coughlin telling everybody to get off his lawn from 2018-2019, which led to the basement 1-15 season in 2020, or Urban Meyer’s all-time nuclear disaster in 2021, or the hiring of aggressively odd general manager Trent Baalke that same season, the Jaguars’ 37-79 record and .319 win rate since 2018 (fourth-worst in the NFL in both cases) speak to the truth of things.

The 2025 Jaguars responded to the 2024 Jaguars’ 4-13 record by giving Baalke and head coach Doug Pederson their walking papers, replacing them with former Los Angeles Rams Director of Scouting James Gladstone as the new GM, and former Rams and Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen as the head coach. Obviously, the primary construct in Coen’s contract is to get the most and best out of Trevor Lawrence, which has been a mixed bag before.

But more than that, it’s about the Jaguars regaining some authority in their stance. The decision to trade up in the first round to take Colorado WR/CB/Unicorn From Outer Space Travis Hunter was just that kind of bold move, but there’s obviously more to be done as this franchise looks to put all the wrong moves in the rear-view.

In the continuation of our “Hidden Gems” series, we look at one underrated veteran, one underrated free-agent signing, and one underrated draft pick who could help the Jags become a serious matter once again.

Underrated Veteran: CB Jarrian Jones​

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So, the underrated veteran is a guy whose rookie season was in 2024? What the what?

Well, this is an opportunity to trumpet what Jarrian Jones did in that rookie season, and also to discuss how important it is to have a dedicated slot defender in today’s NFL, where 3x1 and 2x2 sets are the order of the day, and the ways in which receivers are deployed from there are more complex than ever. You can have great outside cornerbacks all day long, but if your main slot guy is vulnerable, quarterbacks will figure that out.

That was not a problem for the Jaguars in 2024, primarily because Jones came in as a third-round pick out of Florida State, and nailed down that nickel/slot/overhang stuff. Overall, Jones had 85% of his 718 snaps in the slot last season, 15% in the box, and 1% as an outside cornerback. And he was lockdown from Day 1, allowing 45 catches on 62 targets for 457 yards, 317 yards after the catch, no touchdowns, one interception, six pass breakups, and an opponent passer rating of 86.6. Slot defenders will see higher catch rates to a degree because they’re going against receivers who will catch underneath the coverage, and there’s no boundary to help you out, but Jones took to it immediately, and that’s after just one season with the Seminoles in which he was the primary slot man.

I got to talk with Jones at the 2024 scouting combine about his collegiate work, and the guy was not lacking in confidence.

“My entire body of work from the 2023 season,” he said with a laugh when I asked him to detail his best play. “Like I said, the numbers speak for themselves, and if you look at the numbers, I was statistically the best.

“I didn’t make any plays in this game, but go watch me against Wake Forest. See me pressing against the slot, and you’ll see what’s up.”

Which was indeed a good place to start. It’s not easy to press when in the slot because you can lose easily versus option routes and two-way goes, but once again, Jones had it together. And in that season, when 394 of his 453 snaps came from the slot, he allowed 16 catches on 32 targets for 158 yards, 117 yards after the catch, no touchdowns, three interceptions, three pass breakups, and an opponent passer rating of 25.3. So when he said that he was “statistically the best,” he had a point.

Jarrian Jones of the @Jaguars told me at the 2024 scouting combine to watch him press in the slot vs. Wake Forest if I wanted to know what was up.

I was duly forewarned. pic.twitter.com/5ExBc8bzvV

— Doug Farrar ✍ (@NFL_DougFarrar) July 17, 2025​

The NFL is obviously more complex, but Jones’ understanding of his position, and how it relates to the rest of the ecosystem, was very clear very quickly.

In his rookie season, Jarrion Jones of the Jaguars showed outstanding trail speed, recovery speed, match feet, coverage understanding, and patience through the route. He's well on his way to becoming one of the NFL's best slot defenders. pic.twitter.com/ITcCrk4Vzo

— Doug Farrar ✍ (@NFL_DougFarrar) July 17, 2025​

“He can be as good as he wants to be,” former defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen said of Jones as the 2024 season came down. “That’s where he’s going to go, is if he wants to be the best, then he’ll continue to trend and work that way. If he thinks that this is it, then this is what you’ll see, which he’s playing really good football right now. But there’s another step in his game. That’s the thing, there is another step and another level for him to achieve in this league, to really become one of the most dominant players at his position. He’ll tell you that that’s what he wants to do. So, we’ve just got to continue to stay dominant, we’ve got to be disciplined in the things that we do going into the offseason and come back even better next year, now that he knows the season in the NFL. He can do it. We’ve just got to take the one-day-at-a-time approach.”

Nielsen also had a lot to say about the importance of having a great slot defender in any modern defense, and how Jones stepped up to that opportunity.

“It’s a tough position to find, for sure. For a player to play it at a high level, there’s not a lot of guys out there that can. It’s one of the toughest positions to find for a guy to come in, especially a rookie, and have an immediate impact like he has. It’s been pretty impressive. So, give him all the credit in the world because he really did have the right mental approach coming into the season and got thrown in there very early, and he’s taken it and made it his position and ran with it, so it’s been pretty cool to see.”

We’re still waiting to see how the outside cornerback stuff shakes out, especially with how much Travis Hunter plays there, but when it comes to that nickel slot, the Jags are just fine.

Underrated Free-Agent Signing: EDGE Dennis Gardeck​

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Dennis Gardeck has been an underdog throughout his NFL career. An undrafted free agent out of the University of Sioux Falls (one of four people to ever make the pros after time with the Cougars), Gardeck signed with the Arizona Cardinals in 2018, played a grand total of three non-special teams snaps in his first two seasons, and finally got on the field as an edge defender in 2020 after Chandler Jones’ season-ending injury. In just 94 snaps and 79 pass-rushing opportunities, he blew everyone away with seven sacks and 18 total pressures, proving to be just about unblockable in limited reps.

Gardeck followed that up with further transition time as he suffered his first ACL injury, but he was all the way back for the 2023 season, when he totaled six sacks and 42 pressures, looking very much like a developing elite-level quarterback disruptor. Gardeck built upon that in Week 2 of the 2024 season, when he went absolutely thermonuclear on the Los Angeles Rams’ offensive line with three sacks, four pressures, five stops, and a forced fumble in a 41-10 Cardinals win.

Dennis Gardeck was absolutely illegal against the Rams in Week 2 of the 2024 season. Unblockable from everywhere. pic.twitter.com/ZSH777lHyp

— Doug Farrar ✍ (@NFL_DougFarrar) July 17, 2025​

A week later, he logged his second career interception against the Detroit Lions when he dropped into hook/curl coverage and stole a shallow cross attempt from Jared Goff to tight end Brock Wright.

Dennis Gardeck was absolutely illegal against the Rams in Week 2 of the 2024 season. Unblockable from everywhere. pic.twitter.com/ZSH777lHyp

— Doug Farrar ✍ (@NFL_DougFarrar) July 17, 2025​

Sadly, there was another torn ACL that ended his 2024 campaign seven weeks in, and now, Gardeck is starting over once again on the one-year, $2 million contract with $1.5 million guaranteed the Jaguars gave him. That’s a ridiculous bargain if the 30-year-old, who will turn 31 on August 9, can return to form.

While the size of Gardeck’s contract tells you that few in the league believe he can come back from all of it, betting against this guy has proven to be a fool’s errand before.

Underrated Draft Pick: RB Bhayshul Tuten​

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In Liam Coen’s one year as the Buccaneers’ offensive coordinator, he wasn’t just bolstered by a great offensive line, a killer receiver group, and the best of Baker Mayfield — he also got a lot of juice from rookie running back Bucky Irving, the fourth-round phenom from Oregon who led all first-year backs with 1,199 yards and eight rushing touchdowns on 224 carries. At 5’10 and 195 pounds, Irving isn’t the biggest back. but he proved to be a real bear to tackle with his speed and elusiveness, forcing 62 missed tackles on his way to 15 carries of 15 or more yards.

Coen couldn’t take Irving with him to Jacksonville, so he did the next best thing. With the 104th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2025 draft, the Jags snapped up Virginia Tech’s Bhayshul Tuten. If you didn’t have time to watch Tuten’s tape before the 2026 scouting combine, he did his best to make you take that time with an overall performance that was completely off the hook. Start with the 1.49-second 10-yard split (95th percentile among running backs at the combine since 1999) and the 4.32-second 40-yard dash (98th percentile), and the only question from there was whether it transferred to the field.

That, in fact, was not a problem. In 2024, the 5’ 9¼, 206-pound Tuten gained 1,150 yards and scored 15 rushing touchdowns on 183 carries. He forced 62 missed tackles (where have we seen that before?) and had 21 runs of 15 or more yards. All that despite the ankle injury he played through late in the season.

Tuten lasted as long as he did in the draft because there are concerns about his ability to make hay inside the tackles (which I don’t understand — he had 11 explosive runs last season going to the A- and B-gaps and he averaged 4.47 yards after contact per carry in 2024), and ball security is a bit of an issue (he had nine fumbles in two seasons with Tech after transferring from North Carolina A&T). But when you can get a back on the third day capable of setting a defense on its heels in multiple ways, it’s best to focus on what the prospect can do, and leave the rest to coaching.

Tuten’s NFL head coach already knows this.

Virginia Tech RB Bhayshul Tuten ran a 4.32 40 with a 1.49 10-yard split. It all shows up on tape with his straight-line speed, and the jump cuts are ridiculous. What I also love about Tuten is how he just explodes through contact. 62 forced missed tackles on 185 attempts. pic.twitter.com/fwABemoGk9

— Doug Farrar ✍ (@NFL_DougFarrar) March 3, 2025​

“If you look at Tuten with the ability to strike from a distance, he can get to the second or third level and score from anywhere on the field,” Coen said after the draft of his new feature back. “I think behind the line of scrimmage, forced missed tackles [were] through the roof for him in terms of getting back or at least getting yards after that contact behind the line of scrimmage.”

Which sounds a lot like one Bucky Irving.

(All advanced metrics courtesy of Pro Football Focus and Sports Info Solutions).

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/...s-jarrian-jones-dennis-gardeck-bhayshul-tuten

 

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Reacts Survey results: Jaguars fans haven’t quit on Travis Etienne

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The results are in!

This week, we asked Jacksonville Jaguars fans which impending free agent they most want to return in 2026.

35% of respondents chose running back Travis Etienne, though linebacker Devin Lloyd was close behind with 33% of the votes.

Here’s to hoping that Etienne gives Jacksonville a difficult choice next offseason when they decide whether to re-sign him or let him walk in free agency.

“Everyday, everything we have asked him to do, he has done at a good click for us,” head coach Liam Coen said of Etienne during OTAs. “The ability in the screen game, to hand him jet sweeps, his vision so far in the run game’s been good. He’s done everything we’ve asked him to do and more. There has been a consistency.”

“He’s done a great job. I don’t really understand some of the stuff [trade rumors] that I’ve seen out there. That’s absolutely inaccurate.”

Etienne has +11000 odds to lead the league in rushing, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.

Top comments from Wednesday’s post:

mnkman322
It was between Ezra Cleveland and Etienne for me. I eventually chose Etienne on the basis of Wyatt Milum might be a better backup option at LG than what we currently have at RB. But justifying continuously giving Trevor less known values when it comes to pass blocking is hard to swallow.
MalabarJag
Same here, but I chose Cleveland. I'm hoping Cleveland gets back to the level he had with the Vikings; last year he was still recovering from the 2023 injuries.
The Jags filled holes at C and RG, but they were both probably downgrades over the players who left. The holes needed to be filled, and it was the right move, but calling them "upgrades" is pushing it. While Milum is always discussed as a replacement for Cleveland, the OL would probably be better if Cleveland returned to his previous level and Milum took the RG spot. Mekari could compete with Hainsey at center.
Jaguardian
Might want to do this list after the season ends because I have the feeling either D. Brown or Ogbah is going to have a good year. For now I'll go with Cleveland.
sgillespie00
I went with Buster Brown, but honestly, I just hope we get a decent compensatory pick​

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/...ts-jaguars-fans-havent-quit-on-travis-etienne

 

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Tweets of the week: PFF names Hines-Allen an elite pass rusher and more

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Josh Hines-Allen, Trevor Lawrence on Pardon My Take, and more

Happy Friday, Big Cat Country! Let’s look at some Jacksonville Jaguars highlights, hype, and more from X/Twitter from the past two weeks.

A new episode of The Hunt premiered:

On this episode of The Hunt…@SNICKERS | #DUUUVAL

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 17, 2025

Josh Hines-Allen and Eli Pancol celebrated birthdays:

HBD, JHA ⁰⁰@FISGlobal | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/TGMgpyapZm

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 13, 2025

Much love ! https://t.co/ar6idYtZKb

— Elijah (@elipancol) July 7, 2025

Hines-Allen is one of four players to record 25+ sacks and 150+ pressures since 2023:

ELITE group of pass rushers pic.twitter.com/1G9Uhn2dm2

— PFF (@PFF) July 10, 2025

JHA is willing to join Dancing With the Stars:

Josh Hines-Allen says he’s "willing" to join "Dancing With the Stars" — even though his wife says he’s not a good dancer. #ESPYS pic.twitter.com/6SMlP9YHhy

— Variety (@Variety) July 16, 2025

Trevor Lawrence made an appearance on Pardon My Take:

Trevor Lawrence told the guys on Pardon My Take that when he saw Travis Hunter on defense, he joked about targeting him so he could "come back to offense." pic.twitter.com/EFqEJL1PM6

— Jamal St. Cyr (@JStCyrTV) July 14, 2025

️ Trevor Lawrence on @pardonmytake:

"Year 5, it's time to go, time to start winning consistently and be not just that team that no one takes you seriously, you want to be that team that is always competing and for playoffs, Super Bowls, and you're in the hunt." pic.twitter.com/UrrCAxZrNN

— Jamal St. Cyr (@JStCyrTV) July 14, 2025

Could Lawrence be the first long-haired quarterback to win a Super Bowl?

Trevor Lawrence could be the first long haired QB to win a Super Bowl@rhoback pic.twitter.com/1ULsXTY6Ji

— Pardon My Take (@PardonMyTake) July 14, 2025

QB1 participated in the ACC Championship:

16 on the green ️@ACChampionship | #ACCGolf pic.twitter.com/3mMjUUdXrJ

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 15, 2025

Nick Wright has faith in Lawrence:

.@getnickwright still has faith in the Prince this season and he's got the stats to back it pic.twitter.com/cTPEHFuXH1

— First Things First (@FTFonFS1) July 17, 2025

Congratulations to the Matisciks:

Congrats to the Matisciks! pic.twitter.com/nX8aRTsBOU

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 15, 2025

Matt Harmon named Brian Thomas Jr. on his Top-15 wide receivers under 25:

.@MattHarmon_BYB reveals his Top 15 WRs 25 years old and under pic.twitter.com/owYDvYPYoI

— Yahoo Fantasy Sports (@YahooFantasy) July 15, 2025

Kai Cenat and Travis Hunter worked on a touchdown celebration:

pic.twitter.com/xwQqQ2Nmky

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 17, 2025

Tank Bigsby during position training:

Jacksonville Jaguars Running Back Tank Bigsby position training pic.twitter.com/D8hxjvhlCy

— Brad Lester (@BradLester1) July 11, 2025

D’Ernest Johnson hosted his third annual SlowGrind Football Camp:

D’Ernest Johnson’s 3rd Annual SlowGrind Football Camp pic.twitter.com/qkZQzSdjuk

— D'Ernest Johnson (@DernestJohnson2) July 15, 2025

Jourdan Lewis commented on Mike Williams’ retirement:

Mike Williams had one day of Harbaugh’s camp and said this it .

— Jourdan Lewis (@JourdanJD) July 17, 2025

I hope you have a good weekend! Not following Big Cat Country on social media? You can find us on Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/...mes-hines-allen-an-elite-pass-rusher-and-more

 

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Jaguars 2025 State of the Roster: Cornerbacks

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Do the Jags have the makings of a top-level cornerback room? The signs could be pointing towards yes.

The offense has been analyzed for the annual summer state of the roster series, so let’s dive into probably the most interesting position group for the Jacksonville Jaguars: cornerbacks.

The Jags made a big signing this free agent cycle by picking up former Dallas Cowboys standout Jourdan Lewis. Jacksonville also drafted WR/CB Travis Hunter to go along with longtime Jag Tyson Campbell and a handful of budding players like Jarrian Jones.

While Hunter may play mostly offense, this room should stand up against many as a fairly strong unit. Assuming Campbell’s health, this could be the best cornerback room the team has had in quite some time, especially considering the ails of last year’s unit.

Tyson Campbell

Contract: Second year of a 4-year, $76,500,000 contract signed in 2024.

Age: 25 (26 in March)

Games Played: 55 across four seasons in Jacksonville.

Stats: Six career interceptions, 36 career PBUs. One interception since the start of the 2023 season.

Notes:

Campbell may be one of the trickiest players the Jags have overall. On one hand, he can be a shutdown corner like he showed in 2022 with career highs in picks (three) and passes defended (15). On the other hand, he has played just 23 games since that 17-game season quite some time ago. This June, PFF ranked all top NFL corners and listed Campbell at 27 right between Joey Porter Jr. and Lewis himself. That ranking could skyrocket with a clean season from Campbell. The high-dollar player has done well in a new defense, Liam Coen has said, so maybe a new coaching staff and a new look defense will be just what the doctor ordered for the Jags' marquee corner.

Scoop & score for the @Jaguars! @tysoncampbell_

: #JAXvsHOU on CBS
: Stream on NFL+ https://t.co/MP9EUziAkY pic.twitter.com/j760KF3SDI

— NFL (@NFL) January 1, 2023​

Jourdan Lewis

Contract: First year of a 3-year, $30,000,000 deal.

Age: 29 (30 in August).

Games Played: 115 across eight seasons with Dallas Cowboys.

Stats: 10 career picks, 44 career PBUs, 9.5 career sacks.

Notes:

In the nickel spot will be Lewis, heading into his ninth year in the league. Lewis is coming off by far his best year in the league with a career-best 71 tackles last season in Dallas. Lewis cashed in on that with his contract in Jacksonville, which made him the highest-paid nickel in the league. After a year where the Jags allowed the most passing yards per game in the league, Coen and company are hoping Lewis can replicate last year moving forward in Duval. Lewis had a strong 2023 campaign with three forced fumbles and five passes defended, so it seems that the Jags could have picked him up while he is peaking at the right time. If anything, we know Lewis is going to talk his shit.

Let’s bring this back up.

Jourdan Lewis v. Dez Bryant circa 2018 pic.twitter.com/v6z25obOMQ

— Demetrius Harvey (@Demetrius82) March 14, 2025​

Jarrian Jones

Contract: Second year of a 4-year, $5,596,312 rookie contract.

Age: 24 (25 in May).

Games Played: 17 in rookie season.

Stats: 40 tackles, two sacks, one interception.

Notes:

Opposite of Campbell will likely be the second-year player Jones, who had an up-and-down rookie campaign. Jones (infamously) made the cover of Madden this year but did have some highlights of his own this season including two sacks and a pick. Jones played mostly in the slot last season but now will be asked to man an entire side of the field. He finished second on the team in pass breakups with eight and will surely need to replicate those numbers for at least another 17 games this season.

Jarrian Jones Cooper DeJean pic.twitter.com/fBEEBew7NU

— Daniel Griffis (@DanDGriffis) February 13, 2025​

Travis Hunter

Contract: First year of a 4-year, $46,629,126 rookie deal signed as WR/CB.

Age: 22 (23 in May).

Games Played: 20 across three seasons at Jackson State (one) and Colorado (two).

Stats: It’s Travis Hunter.

Notes:

Bit of a weird one here as Hunter is going to start his career mostly on offense. Everyone knows what Hunter can do on both sides of the ball. That doesn’t need to be repeated. But what his contribution will be on defense has yet to be determined. He will almost certainly play mostly on the outside like he did in college, which helped him win the Heisman Trophy. For some reason, Travis Kelce thinks Hunter will be a target on defense to try and wear him down for offense (????) but I’d wager most people won’t see things like that. Hunter is a unicorn player and the Jags seemingly have a plan for him on both sides. We will have to wait to see what that truly is when the season starts.

Montaric “Buster” Brown

Contract: Last year of a 4-year, $3,775,980 rookie deal.

Age: 25 (26 in August).

Games Played: 37 across three seasons in Jacksonville.

Stats: 115 career tackles, one interception, 12 career PBUs.

Notes:

All things considered, the Jags have hit on Buster Brown. A 2022 seventh-round selection, Brown has had some huge moments for the Jags and has largely played well when called upon. He played all 17 games last season, had his first career pick and was tied for the team lead in PBUs (eight). He will start the year as a backup, but the Jags should be pretty happy with how Brown has developed through his short career. That one Saints game was so awesome.

‘Buster’ Brown is T-3rd on the #Jaguars with 5 Forced Incompletions.

The young CB also has three pass break-ups this season.
pic.twitter.com/1Bm26LqnMN

— Daniel Griffis (@DanDGriffis) December 10, 2023​

Christian Braswell

Contract: 1-year, $1,030,000 deal.

Age: 25 (26 in September).

Games Played: Three in two years with Jacksonville.

Stats: Five career tackles.

Notes:

Braswell will likely fall in as the team’s backup nickel. He played in three games last year, playing his biggest game of the year in that forgettable Monday Night loss to the Buffalo Bills. Braswell hasn’t done much in his career and if Lewis is playing well and healthy, his defensive stats will largely stay unchanged. Braswell’s impact will be felt on special teams if anything.

Christian Braswell just ripped this ball out and ran it back for a TD pic.twitter.com/qCrOgMVOMA

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) August 11, 2024​

De’Antre Prince

Contract: Second year of a 4-year, $4,352,228 rookie deal.

Age: 24 (25 in October).

Games Played: 10 during rookie year.

Stats: Six tackles, one PBU.

Notes:

Prince was a fifth-round pick in last year’s draft alongside Jones, but was not asked to do as much. He appeared in 10 games and had a handful of tackles. He, like Braswell, will stay as depth pieces for now, though last year’s team might have had higher hopes for the former Ole Miss standout.

#Jaguars CB De’Antre Prince reached out to longtime NFL corner Josh Norman after he was drafted.

He sought out career advice and soaked up the information he was given.

“I was just wanting to pick his brain and see his mindset going in…” https://t.co/IyzEzwqbWX

— Juston W. Lewis (@JustonLewis_) July 22, 2024​

Zech McPhearson

Contract: One-year, $1,030,000 deal.

Age: 27 (28 in March).

Games Played: 33 since 2021, all with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Notes:

Down the depth chart of corners is McPhearson, who was a former fourth-round pick from Texas Tech by the Eagles. McPhearson hasn’t appeared in an NFL game since 2022 and was a practice squad player last year. He has been around the NFL long enough to provide the Jags some sort of depth if absolutely needed.

Jabbar Muhammad

Contract: First year of a 3-year, $2,980,000 rookie deal.

Age: 23 (24 in December).

Games Played: 60 across five college seasons.

Stats: Led Oregon with 12 PBUs last season. Second in FBS in 2023 with 19 passes defended.

Notes:

Starting the list of undrafted additions to this year’s team is Muhammad, who entered the 2024-25 college season with enormous upside. Muhammad is a former Honorable Mention All-Big 12 player at Oklahoma State, a Second-Team All-Pac 12 honoree with Washington and ended his career with an Honorable Mention All-Big Ten nod. In back-to-back seasons, he led his team in pass breakups but his slight stature (5’9”, 182 pounds) and a bad combine hurt his overall draft status. He will be a nickel in the NFL due to his size and there is reason to believe he can do it. If he gets the chance will be the biggest question mark.

Jabbar Muhammad full Oregon season highlights | Jaguars DB @jabbar7_ pic.twitter.com/aY88ojPgAz

— Nash Henry (@NashJagsNats22) April 27, 2025​

Aydan White

Contract: First year of a 3-year, $2,975,000 rookie deal.

Age: 23 (24 in February).

Games Played: 49 across five seasons with NC State.

Stats: 59 tackles in final seasons, nine career interceptions.

Notes:

White hails from NC State, where, according to his Wolfpack bio, he didn’t allow a touchdown in back-to-back years. He had 59 tackles last season and ended the year with a team-high 8 career interceptions.

Davin Vann sets it up, Aydan White takes it back.#1Pack1Goal pic.twitter.com/olrEMhxcPL

— NC State Football (@PackFootball) September 8, 2024​

Doneiko Slaughter

Contract: First year of a 3-year, $2,980,000 rookie deal.

Age: 23 (24 in November).

Games Played: 40 across five college seasons.

Stats: 13 career PBUs, four sacks, two picks.

Notes:

Of the corners on this roster, Slaughter may have the coolest overall name. So he has that going for him. Slaughter comes from Arkansas after four years at Tennessee. He started a career-high 13 games last season for the Razorbacks and had seven passes defended. His best game of the year came against Auburn, where he had nine tackles, two TFLs and a sack on the road.

Doneiko Slaughter’s HUGE Hit Leads to 48-Yard Pick vs Kentucky! We are only 48 days away from SEC Football!!! pic.twitter.com/N3l3JsJGBb

— CousinShane (@BigOrangeVolz) July 11, 2025​

What are your thoughts on the CB unit entering 2025? Let us know in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/7/18/24468495/jaguars-2025-state-of-the-roster-cornerbacks

 

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Jacksonville Jaguars All-Time Team: Vote on Tight End

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The Jacksonville Jaguars have 30 seasons in the books. Let’s debate their greatest players at every position.

The Jacksonville Jaguars are preparing for their 31st season as an NFL franchise.

To commemorate their history — and to provide content during the dry part of the offseason — we’d like your help in naming the team’s greatest players at every position.

Here are the nominees for Jacksonville’s All-Time Tight End.

Pete Mitchell (1995-02)​

Stats: 191 catches, 2,091 receiving yards, 11 receiving touchdowns, 7.3 yards per target

Bio: Acquired via trade ahead of the 1995 season, Mitchell became an early security blanket for Mark Brunell during the Jaguars’ formative years. A reliable route-runner with soft hands, he topped 500 receiving yards in each of his first four seasons in Jacksonville. Mitchell still ranks among the top tight ends in franchise history in receptions and receiving yards.

Kyle Brady (1999-06)​

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Stats: 241 catches, 2,500 receiving yards, 13 receiving touchdowns, 6.7 yards per target

Bio: Signed as a free agent in 1999, Brady brought a rare combination of blocking power and pass-catching ability to the Jacksonville offense. His best season came in 2000, when he posted 729 receiving yards — a single-season franchise record for a tight end at the time. Brady spent eight years in Jacksonville and was named No. 17 on the Jaguars All-25 Team.

Marcedes Lewis (2006-17)​

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Stats: 375 catches, 4,502 receiving yards, 33 receiving touchdowns, 6.9 yards per target

Bio: A first-round pick in 2006, Lewis became a cornerstone of the Jaguars’ offense and locker room for over a decade. Known as a dominant blocker with red-zone value, he earned a Pro Bowl nod in 2010 after setting a then-franchise record for touchdown catches by a tight end. Lewis played 12 seasons in Jacksonville, the most in team history, and is the franchise leader in every major tight end statistic.

Evan Engram (2022-24)​

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Stats: 234 catches, 2,094 receiving yards, 9 receiving touchdowns, 6.9 yards per target

Bio: Signed in 2022, Engram brought athleticism and versatility to Jacksonville’s offense after an up-and-down tenure with the Giants. He broke the franchise’s single-season record for receptions by a tight end in his first year, and in 2023, Engram became the eighth tight end in NFL history to catch 100+ passes. His final season in Jacksonville was shortened due to injury, but Jaguars fans appreciate his swift response after Azeez Al-Shaair’s late hit on Trevor Lawrence.

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Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/7/21/24470490/jacksonville-jaguars-all-time-team-tight-end

 

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Jaguars 2025 State of the Roster: Safeties

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The biggest question mark defensively for the Jaguars may be this year’s safety room.

It’s no secret the Jacksonville Jaguars were deficient on defense last season, and especially so when it came to stopping the pass. A lot of that was due to problems with the team’s safeties.

In this week’s edition of the state of the roster, we are taking a look at a revamped collection of safeties that has a mix of veteran talent and young, exciting draft picks waiting in the wings.

Whereas the cornerback room could stand to be an automatic bright spot on this squad, the safety unit could be anything. What will the Jags get from Darnell Savage and Antonio Johnson? Can Eric Murray make as big an impact as they hope? Is someone like Rayuan Lane the future?

There are a healthy amount of question marks with this unit, even including who is going to start once the season begins.

Darnell Savage

Contract: Second year of a 3-year, $21,750,000 deal.

Age: 27 (28 on July 31).

Games Played: 85 across six-year career, 13 last year in Jacksonville.

Stats: 51 tackles, one interception, six passes defended.

Notes:

Savage returns after an up-and-down year last year as the likely starter opposite of Murray. He played all over the field last season and will be asked to use his range again this season, mostly just at the safety position. The defense as a whole was a mess last year and Savage likely has drawn ire because of that. In new defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile’s system, Savage may be able to take a bigger leap and make a larger impact given the skillset he has displayed across his career.

Darnell Savage brings in our third INT of the day!@darnellsavage_ | #MINvsJAX on FOX pic.twitter.com/Ch7HAtKn2h

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) November 10, 2024​

Eric Murray

Contract: First year of a 3-year, $19,500,000 deal.

Age: 31 (32 in January).

Games Played: 124 across nine seasons.

Stats: Career-high 10 passes defended last year, 385 career tackles, three picks, five sacks.

Notes:

The big free agent addition to Duval County was Murray by way of the Houston Texans. Murray is coming off a banner year, with a career-high 10 passes defended and a career-best 75 tackles. Since being drafted in 2016, Murray has played in 17 games just twice, including last season. Murray’s PFF grades last year were all about at the average mark earning a total grade of 63.8 (Savage ranked at 46.9). The key numbers are that Murray played almost 900 total snaps with a healthy distribution between run defense (321) and coverage (520). He missed just 13 tackles all year. If the Jags want a pair of athletic, do-it-all safeties, they seem to have it in Savage and Murray.

NO FLY ZONE

Also time to give Eric Murray the respect he deserves pic.twitter.com/yLJHE2wAxr

— Houston Stressans (@TexansCommenter) January 12, 2025​

Antonio Johnson

Contract: Third year of a 4-year, $4,141,832 rookie deal.

Age: 23 (24 in October).

Games Played: 30 across two seasons in Jacksonville.

Stats: Two career picks, five career passes defended, career-high 17 games played last season.

Notes:

Johnson didn’t have nearly as impressive a sophomore season as he did in his rookie year. Going back to PFF numbers, Johnson posted a 43.9. Only 13 safeties graded out worse than the former Texas A&M star last season. That being said, Johnson unsurprisingly shined in the run defense game where he posted a 75.2 grade on 229 total snaps. Johnson is still a raw talent and has been moved around during his time in the NFL. The upside is there with Johnson, but he will need to clean up his abysmal 35.2 passing game grade, which ranked ahead of just eight other safeties.

Caleb Ransaw

Contract: First year of a 4-year, $6,281,080 rookie deal.

Age: 22 (23 in December).

Games Played: 49 across four seasons at Troy and Tulane.

Stats: Four TFLs last season and one sack, three pass breakups.

Notes:

The first of the two safeties drafted this year by the Jags is Ransaw out of Tulane. At the combine, Ransaw posted a 90 overall athleticism grade and posted a blazing fast 4.33 40-yard dash. His 40 time would have been the fastest of all the safeties and was the third fastest among corners. He played corner in college but will be making the switch to safety in the pros, using his size (5’11”, almost 200 pounds) and speed to defend the defensive back end. Ransaw is an extremely exciting player the Jags will not be able to keep shelved for too long. He will certainly make an early impact on special teams, but it wouldn’t be surprising if someone like Savage struggles early that Ransaw gets in on the action.

Caleb Ransaw | Safety | 2023 / 2024 Highlights | TulaneJaguars pic.twitter.com/Nfwg0xxy4r

— Nash Henry (@NashJagsNats22) April 26, 2025​

Andrew “Dewey” Wingard

Contract: Final year of a 3-year, $9,600,000 deal.

Age: 28 (29 in December).

Games Played: 86 across eight years with Jacksonville.

Stats: Five career picks, 12 passes defended.

Notes:

Maybe Dewey cursed us all by waving that Terrible Towel. Maybe it was worth it. We may never know. But if there is a heart and soul player on the Jags it’s Wingard. What he does for this team is mostly off the field and in the locker room, though he can be a fine replacement player when needed. He should be a good teacher for the likes of Ransaw and Lane. For a depth player and special teamer, the Jags could do far worse than Wingard.

Rayuan Lane lll

Contract: First year of a 4-year, $4,422,176 rookie deal.

Age: 22 (23 in June).

Games Played: 49 across four seasons with Navy.

Stats: 20 passes defended, seven career picks, three forced fumbles last season.

Notes:

In the dictionary beside the definition of loyalty, there is a picture of Lane. Lane played all four of his college seasons at Navy. He had the chance to leave and make six-figure NIL deals at bigger schools, but chose to stay at his service academy and finish what he started. He will be a Marine when his NFL days are over. Simon Carroll details his journey more in depth HERE. If there is a player to get completely overly pumped about during camp, it should be Lane. He is the exact same size as Ransaw and plays just about the same. He was a First-Team All-American Athletic Conference last season after earning a Third-Team nod in 2023. He should be a special teams ace early in his career.

RAYUAN LANE III CALLED GAME! PICK 6! @NavyFB pic.twitter.com/RYxAYl2gma

— CBS Sports College Football (@CBSSportsCFB) September 21, 2024​

Daniel Thomas

Contract: Last year of a 2-year, $4,000,000 deal.

Age: 27 (28 in July).

Games Played: 71 across five seasons in Jacksonville.

Stats: 71 career tackles, one career pick.

Notes:

Another player in the Wingard archetype is Thomas. Thomas has never been a big impact player for the Jags defensively but is a great special teamer. He is a glue guy around the team and is worth keeping around because of it. Like Wingard, he isn’t going to wow you or be someone fans clamor to see man the backend. But he is an above-replacement player and can make an impact when called upon.

Cam’Ron Silmon-Craig

Contract: First year of a 3-year, $2,966,500 rookie deal.

Age: 22 (23 in October).

Games Played: 47 across four college seasons at Jackson State and Colorado.

Stats: Career-highs in tackles (89), passes defended (three) and sacks (two) last year. Wore Colorado “L” patch for being a team leader.

Notes:

A former teammate of Travis Hunter at Colorado, Silmon-Craig joined the team as a UDFA. He will start as a practice squad player. Silmon-Craig had a strong year last season with a career-high 89 tackles and three passes defended. He played a lot of box safety and a lot of special teams. Colorado head coach Deion Sanders was a huge proponent of Silmon-Craig, and his numbers do a lot to back that up. For a more in-depth look at his career, go HERE.

The Colorado Buffaloes had a really good defense last year. The best defender on the team was Travis Hunter, the best player in this year's draft & then Cam'ron Silmon-Craig. Not only did he constantly make big plays. He was a leader on that field. On this final drive by Baylor,… pic.twitter.com/69qTbU7xd9

— NoSkoZone (@noskozone) April 6, 2025​

What are your thoughts on the Safety unit entering 2025? Let us know in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/7/22/24471488/jaguars-2025-state-of-the-roster-safeties

 

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Maason Smith Sidelined: Jaguars Add 2nd Player to PUP List This Week

The Jaguars have added two players to the Physically Unable to Perform list to kick off 2025 training camp.

The Jacksonville Jaguars, to date, have had a reasonably healthy 25 off-seasons. With the Jacksonville rookie class arriving in Jacksonville on Saturday and the team veterans reporting today, the team has added a second player to the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list this week. The team announced Tuesday that sophomore defensive tackle Maason Smith would begin his 2025 training camp on the PUP list with an undisclosed injury.

The Jacksonville Jaguars have placed DT Maason Smith on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list.

— JaguarsPR (@JaguarsPR) July 22, 2025​

Smith, a second-round pick from the 2024 draft, came on strong towards the end of the 2024 season, leading all Jaguar defensive tackles with a 9.7% pressure rating.

ICYMI, my story on Maason Smith!

Maason Smith’s rank among IDL (Wks 13-18)
- 11 Pressures (T-32nd, 2nd among Rooks)
- 2 Sacks (T-14th, T-2nd among Rooks)
- 248 Snaps (21st, 3rd among Rooks)

Full Story: https://t.co/26gUzKFloI pic.twitter.com/DeDMViB2lw

— Daniel Griffis (@DanDGriffis) March 27, 2025​

The PUP list was created as a roster-holding area for players who are physically unable to perform football activities due to football-related injuries. However, these players can still participate in other team activities. They are simply not allowed to practice.

Per NFL rule, the training camp PUP list is defined as:

Players are placed on this list during training camp and count toward a team’s 90-man roster. Players can be removed from the list at any time during camp, but can’t be placed back on the list. Players on this list as of final roster cutdowns must be placed on the Reserve/PUP, released, traded or counted against the 53-man roster.

Note: If Smith, or any other player on the PUP, were to remain on the list after the final roster cuts to 53, he would then be required to miss the first six weeks of the year.

Smith will join Jaguars free agent linebacker Dennis Gardeck on the PUP list. Gardeck’s placement on the list was announced on Saturday, and is presumably recovering from his season-ending torn ACL he suffered on October 21, 2024 against the Los Angeles Chargers. The 2024 injury was Gardeck’s third torn ACL, including one instance in 2020 & another in high school.

Additionally, guard Cooper Hodges was waived in June with a failed physical designation. After clearing waivers from his November knee injury, he initially reverted to the PUP list also. As a note, ESPN has differing information, with Hodges listed on injured reserve, which may require clarification. The promising guard option in the 2023 training camp, Hodges played 9 games in 2024, with 1 start after sitting out all of 2023. Many in the fan base thought he would grow to become the potential successor for Brandon Scherff. However, after dealing with season-ending injuries two years straight, it is currently unknown where he is within his recovery timeline.

Smith, unlike Hodges and Gardeck, did not end 2024 with a serious injury. He was present and seemingly healthy during Organized Training Activities (OTAs), while helping the winning team during the Jaguar Iron Games.

With teams often listing relatively minor injuries on the offseason PUP, until confirmed by the leadership, the assumption is that this isn’t a longterm injury. It may have been something conditioning-related or just precautionary. We will gather more information from coach Liam Coen after Wednesday’s opening practice for training camp.

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/...lined-jaguars-add-2nd-player-to-pup-this-week

 

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Jaguars Training Camp: Day 2 highlights and observations

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Wide receiver Parker Washington was one of several standouts at Thursday’s practice.

Sorry to anyone who was looking for a Day 1 recap from Jacksonville Jaguars training camp. Travis Holmes and I will attend as often as possible, but we won’t be able to make every practice.

That said, here are our top highlights and observations from Day 2 at the Miller Electric Center.

Notes from practice

• No. 2 overall pick Travis Hunter played on offense today (and yesterday at Day 1). According to ESPN’s Mike Dirocco, Hunter caught all 3 of his targets in 14 total snaps during 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 team drills this morning.

Trevor to Travis part 2 pic.twitter.com/s7WEX3Ikwh

— Rick Ballou (@Ballou1010xl) July 24, 2025​

• During warmups and special teams periods, Hunter was working off to the side with defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile, defensive backs coach Anthony Perkins, and secondary coach Ron Milus.

Travis Hunter will practice on offense today, but during warmups, he’s working/talking with defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile, defensive backs coach Anthony Perkins and secondary coach Ron Milus pic.twitter.com/ZqsLiyz7mD

— Gus Logue (@gus_logue) July 24, 2025​

• Undrafted wide receiver Chandler Brayboy impressed during individual drills, flashing crisp route running and sticky hands, and caught a crosser for a big gain in team drills.
• Part of the offense ran a drill early in practice to simulate a quick screen, which I hadn’t seen before. Tampa Bay led the league in attempts, yards, and touchdowns on screen passes under Coen last season (per Sports Info Solutions).

Cool drill. pic.twitter.com/wbE2eSkwwi

— Hays Carlyon (@HaysCarlyon) July 24, 2025​

• Third-year receiver Parker Washington was the most productive player at practice, nabbing 5 of 6 passes in team drills. While most came on short passes in second-team reps, he also had the best catch of the day, leaping and reaching for a pass across the middle of the field with De’Antre Prince in coverage.
• Eric Murray and Darnell Savage played the majority of snaps at first-team safety. Reportedly, Andrew Wingard played alongside Murray with the 1’s yesterday. It seems that the veteran free agent pickup is locked into a starting spot, while Savage, Wingard, and third-round rookie Caleb Ransaw will battle behind him on the depth chart.
• Speaking of...

Ransaw making movessssss @CalebRansaw7 | @Dream_Finders

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 24, 2025​

• Though he didn’t finish the play above, free agent tight end addition Hunter Long caught a similar ball down the right sideline earlier in practice. He finished with 3 catches working mostly with second-stringers.
• The two deepest pass attempts of the day (each by Trevor Lawrence, I believe) were incomplete. The first was almost more of a throwaway than anything, as Jarrian Jones was draped over Dyami Brown and didn’t provide any kind of throwing window. Later, practice squad cornerback Zech McPhearson made an impressive deflection on a bomb to Brian Thomas Jr. down the middle of the field.
• Thomas had at least two catches during team drills against the team’s top corner, Tyson Campbell, though the latter also forced a throwaway with tight coverage down the sideline.

BTJ pic.twitter.com/ADDGdD9Y6n

— Demetrius Harvey (@Demetrius82) July 24, 2025​

• Josh Hines-Allen blew up a run play to Tank Bigsby, though Bigsby also had the longest run on the play on a right-side carry.
• Devin Lloyd had the biggest hit of the day. I didn’t catch who the target was, but Lloyd knocked a pass-catcher to the ground as the ball was approaching for a forceful PBU.
• New backup quarterback Nick Mullens had an up-and-down practice. He dropped downfield dimes to Long and Josh Cephus down the right sideline, but he also threw a ball into traffic that was intercepted by Antonio Johnson. Mullens had a near-interception that hit Daniel Thomas’ hands on an overthrow the very next play.
• The defense’s second and final turnover of the day came on an interception where Seth Henigan threw the ball into the chest of fellow undrafted free agent Doneiko Slaughter.
• Travon Walker tipped a pass at the line of scrimmage, and Jourdan Lewis made a diving effort for a PBU in the flats against Brenton Strange.
• Cam Little connected on 4 of 5 field goal attempts during team drills. He also made a 60-yarder off to the side during 7-on-7 and 11-on-11.
• Cornerback Buster Brown (lower leg) was held out of today’s practice as a precaution.

Notes from pressers

Defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile and defensive end Travon Walker spoke to media following practice.

Walker said of Campanile, “I love the attack mentality. Just the type of mentality that Camp brings along, he’s the same high-energy guy every day.”

And Campanile said of Walker, “He’s a great player, obviously, but he’s a great person. He’s got a lot of leadership qualities. I don’t think there’s anybody in the building that doesn’t genuinely love the guy.”

“It’s credit to everyone that raised him because he’s the type of guy, you love to coach him. Teammates love playing with him, and his coaches love coaching him.”

“I always felt like I’ve been a leader,” said Walker, “Ever since I was a little kid. My mom and dad always told me to be a leader, not a follower. I feel like I’ve always been a leader.”

Walker did lead the team in sack production last season. A third-straight 10-sack season from the former first overall pick would be monumental for Campanile’s defense.

You can watch the full press conference here.

Stay tuned for more updates from the Jacksonville Jaguars’ 2025 training camp!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/7/24/24473579/jacksonville-jaguars-2025-training-camp-day-2

 

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Jags Defense Steals the Show: Training Camp Day 3 highlights & observations

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Wide receiver Parker Washington had his second consecutive strong day of practice. However, with turnovers, tight coverage, and relentless pressure, Jacksonville’s defense turned Day 3 into a defensive showcase.

It would seem that the Jacksonville Jaguars defense has heard enough of the offensive media praise after the first two days of 2025 training camp, with Friday’s aggressive bounce back performance from Anthony Campanile’s unit. Here are our top highlights and observations from Day 3 of Jaguars’ training camp at the Miller Electric Center practice fields.

Notes from practice

• CB Jourdan Lewis has himself a day, ladies and gentlemen.

.@JourdanJD fitting right in @Dream_Finders | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/mNNWtjchpD

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 25, 2025​

Lewis ended Friday’s practice with at least four (4) pass breakups (PBUs) on the day, with the above one being one of the best in the bunch.

• Not to be outdone, CB Tyson Campbell’s also ended Friday with an equal number of PBUs, with a really strong day from the pair. Campbell showed sticky coverage all throughout practice, from his early PBU in 11-on-11 covering BTJ to his redzone 7-on-7 period where he forced multiple incompletions. If Tyson can continue to stay healthy, this cornerback room may potentially be a really, really strong unit.
• No. 2 overall pick CB Travis Hunter made his training camp defensive debut on Friday, exclusively practicing on defense. However, it was a quieter day from the rookie, in terms of plays made. He was the nearest defender in coverage on two touchdowns in the teams periods - a Hunter Long scramble drill 7-on-7 catch and an Eli Pancol 11-on-11 Redzone catch where Pancol seemed to get lost in the mid-field traffic.

This #Jaguars staff definitely have a clear plan on how they will get the most out of every practice minute with Hunter.

As they have in past practices on defense, Hunter is doing a walk through with the offense during the teams period on the opposite field.

— . ℍ (@TravisDHolmes) July 25, 2025​

Hunter spoke on his unique schedule after practice:

“It’s super organized. Me and Coach [Head Coach Liam Coen] go over it (his schedule) pretty much every week, and they send me a picture, and I get a piece of paper to keep in my locker so I know exactly where I have to be and when I need to be there.”

Coen had this to day about the scheduling for Hunter:

“I mentioned this before logistically for us as coaches to navigate it and make sure that we’re making use of all his time. I think it doesn’t bother him as much. He’s pretty unfazed by some of this stuff. So, these next few days will be very important though because he was on defense today. He’ll have an off day tomorrow making sure that he’s ready to go for the next few days. He’ll have to use this weekend off day tomorrow as well to make sure that he’s studying on offensive stuff. So he’s been great in terms of his attitude and just kind of the way he approaches it.”

• QB Trevor Lawrence was extremely sharp throughout Friday’s practice, though difficult to tell by solely examining the statistics. The Jaguars’ receiving group, unfortunately, suffered multiple drops and contested incompletions on the day. Nevertheless, Lawrence was for the most part, very accurate in getting his receivers an opportunity to make a play on the ball in this one.

Trevor Lawrence Tracker: QB1 completed 52% of his passes, threw five touchdowns during red zone drills, and was intercepted once in the third practice of #Jaguars training camp: pic.twitter.com/DMe2la3OZL

— Alessandra Pontbriand (@APontbriandTV) July 25, 2025​

• QB Nick Mullens also had himself an under-the-radar accurate day also. Mullens ended practice with 3-4 touchdowns on the day.
• WR Parker Washington made what I would consider the play of the day in the 7-on-7 period, securing a catch at the back of the end zone on a laser from Lawrence. The throw went over the outstretched hands of rookie Caleb Ransaw and Jourdan Lewis, both with tight coverage. He then followed this play up with this aerobic play of the day nominee in the period.

If you still sleeping on @CPW11_ , this is your sign to wake up #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/Qix14mMR8w

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 25, 2025​

Consecutive encouraging days of camp for Washington as he looks to solidify his standing in this new Jaguars receiving core. With his continued performance, could he potentially push Dyami Brown for the WR3 role?

Coen was asked about Parker’s performance after practice:

“Really good start. I’ve been pleased with Parker. I think if you’re talking about guys that’ve gone up and made plays when the ball has been in the air, he’s done it and he’s got the right mindset. He approaches work the right way every day. He’s strong. He can work second level releases on people when they try to get hands on him. I’ve been very pleased with Parker the last few days.”

• WR Brian Thomas Jr suffered multiple contested incompletions (some of which were arguably drops) in Friday’s practice. With the secondary having a truly aggressive day in coverage, the plays on the ball were rarely “easy,” though I’m sure BTJ would be the first to say he has to come down with those. At one point in practice, Thomas Jr punched the wall, expressing his frustration after a second redzone 11 on 11 incompletion (Christian Braswell in coverage). He would later drop another with Prince in coverage.
• WR Eli Pancol secured three catches on the day, two of which were touchdowns. The aforementioned redzone touchdown with Hunter in coverage was good, but his route on the touchdown catch with Braswell in coverage may have been even better. Do we potentially have a WR5 competition on our hands between Pancol and Cephus?
• The running back core had themselves a busy day, with RB Travis Etienne catching an early redzone touchdown reception. However, RB Tank Bigsby was most busy in this one, taking the majority of the backfield reps.
• As a final note, Campanille’s defense got their hands on the ball a lot in this one. LB Chad Muma intercepted Lawrence pass that was tipped at the line of scrimmage (a one-handed interception, may I add). Coen touched on the rash of tipped passes at the line, as of late:

“I think we’ve just had too many tipped balls in general over the last few days, whether it’s the O line has [Offensive Line] has to get their hands down, quarterback’s eyes have to be better because that’s happened a few times now.”

Additionally, many of the passes were highly contested or stripped out by defenders. DT Dawane Smoot forced a Nick Mullens fumble in the pocket. The ball was punched out at least four combined times throughout practice, including CB Jarrian Jones (arguably late) and LB Jack Kiser punch outs. With the defensive staff heavily drilling the defenders to punch the ball in two separate early periods, a focus on turnovers seems evident.

Injuries

• G Patrick Mekari: left practice early due to back spasms and tightness. Per, Coach Coen, “Just a little tight back. He’ll be alright.”
• CB Montaric Brown: day to day. Brown has been working through a lower leg injury and was held out of Thursday’s and Friday’s practices as a precaution.
• TE Johnny Mundt: day to day. Per Coach Coen, “He’s just going be out for a few days...We’re just kind of figuring it out.”
• WR Louis Rees-Zammit: day to day
• DT Maason Smith & LB Dennis Gardeck are both on the Active/PUP list

Note: Brian Thomas Jr was slow to get up after hitting the turf late in practice. While he gingerly walked off the field, on what would be his final practice rep, Coen confirmed that BTJ was, “fine. Totally fine.”

Additionally, DT Arik Armstead has been limited so far throughout camp, which Coen confirmed was not injury-related. Coen confirmed that the team was giving him a “little bit of a veteran start” and “trying to get him into the swing a bit with individual and stuff like that.” Armstead has yet to participate in any 11-on-11 drills through the first three days of camp.

Notes from pressers

After completing his first day of training camp practicing on defense, Hunter was asked about the experience, where he confirmed that he practiced on both sides of the ball daily while at Colorado. He confirmed that he likes the Jaguars’ current approach better, however.

“Yeah. I need to be able to process everything fast, quick. If the offense changes when I’m on defense, if the offense changes the script, I have to know what I’m doing right away. And on the offense, if we change the play, I have to know what I’m doing right away. So I like that we’re starting off slow, getting me adjusted, making sure I know where I need to be on one side of the ball each day, and then it all will come together.”

He also stated that he looks to grow his technique on both sides of the ball over the coming weeks.

“I want to make sure that my technique is up to par so the coaches can trust me more and make sure I know my plays.”

You can watch the full press conference here.

Stay tuned for more updates from the Jacksonville Jaguars’ 2025 training camp!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/7/25/24474539/jaguars-training-camp-day-3-highlights-observations

 

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Tweets of the week: Hines-Allen on NFL Top 100, Jaguars 14U Boys Flag Football Championship

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Josh Hines-Allen, Travis Hunter, QB1, and more

Happy Friday, Big Cat Country! Let’s look at some of this week’s Jacksonville Jaguars highlights, hype, and more from X/Twitter.

Former NFL CB Jahleel Addae talked about Travis Hunter on NFL Network:

"I think he has the opportunity to be [the best athlete since Deion Sanders.]"

Former NFL CB Jahleel Addae is looking forward to seeing Travis Hunter at @Jaguars training camp. pic.twitter.com/cZcyfRHp6l

— NFL Network (@nflnetwork) July 22, 2025

Grant Udinski spoke with Ari Meirov about working with Hunter:

#Jaguars OC Grant Udinski on working with Travis Hunter: "He's been an injection of energy into not just the offense, but I think the team. What you see on TV — him dancing around and bringing the juice and energy — that is genuine."

Full episode: https://t.co/QgPxEMgRYi https://t.co/bUEhI69q0v pic.twitter.com/qzAkquyizY

— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) July 22, 2025

Jourdan Lewis said Hunter is “never tired”:

"He's the same person on and off the field. The energy is always there, he's never tired."@JourdanJD on Jags rookie Travis Hunter. pic.twitter.com/auRzSuH0B0

— NFL on CBS (@NFLonCBS) July 24, 2025

How Travis Hunter differentiates if someone is talking to himself or Travis Etienne:

Travis Hunter uses this logic to know if people are talking to him or teammate Travis Etienne (via @TravisHunterJr) pic.twitter.com/dIFYdrCfgi

— NFL (@NFL) July 21, 2025

Josh Hines-Allen was named number 63 on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2025:

NFL Top 100 Players of 2025:@Jaguars DE Josh Hines-Allen lands at No. 63 on the list! @NFLFilms pic.twitter.com/qyfCOSTTPM

— NFL (@NFL) July 24, 2025

Trevor Lawrence’s first season as a dad:

alright who’s cutting onions rn pic.twitter.com/vH0NBt9d4A

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 24, 2025

Coach Coen has been playing Jaguars highlights from ‘95 and ‘96:

love this. Coach Coen says they’ve been playing old highlights from the Jags ‘95 & 96 seasons because there’s a focus on the history & tradition of what it means to be a Jacksonville Jaguar. @BrentASJax @ActionSportsJax @A_Train_92 pic.twitter.com/4NkmEYpTvK

— Jason Hamby (@Jason_Hamby14) July 22, 2025

The Jaguars posted Training Camp throwbacks:

TC THROW #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/SKtHHUrPfF

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 24, 2025

Nate Tice shared his thoughts on the Jags:

every time I get excited about the Jags I peek the OL to temper it down a bit

— Nate Tice (@Nate_Tice) July 24, 2025

Shad Khan, Jeff Lageman, and Rayuan Lane lll celebrated birthdays:

Happy birthday, Shad Khan! #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/Igo0fw4T3x

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 18, 2025

Join us in wishing Jeff Lageman a happy birthday! #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/JFZ8nBWsTL

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 18, 2025

Happy birthday, rook! @FISGlobal | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/SijFGF64iM

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 21, 2025

Jags legend Jimmy Smith signed autographs:

pic.twitter.com/MKe6ABTLJt

— Jimmy Smith (@JimmySmithJags) July 19, 2025

The Jaguars 14U Boys won the NFL Flag Football Championship:

Brysen Wright and the Jaguars are 14U Boys @NFLFLAG Champions! pic.twitter.com/qrgKKwvPQm

— NFL (@NFL) July 20, 2025

Brysen Wright was named the 14U Boys Championship MVP:

"We goin' back to the city and celebrating."

Brysen Wright is the 14U Boys @NFLFLAG Championship MVP! pic.twitter.com/dIFvp6QZqh

— NFL (@NFL) July 20, 2025

Bijan Robinson, Patrick Mahomes, Chad Johnson, Jimmy Smith, Jourdan Lewis, and Daniel Thomas commented on his performance:

Flag football is so lit! https://t.co/RRvEFksiVw

— Bijan Robinson (@Bijan5Robinson) July 19, 2025

Yooo what? https://t.co/AmvClMlseN

— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) July 19, 2025

The catch that young man made from the Jacksonville team on ESPN is better than any NFL catch to date

— Chad Johnson (@ochocinco) July 19, 2025

I agree!! https://t.co/m4oeOqYWHI

— Jimmy Smith (@JimmySmithJags) July 20, 2025

SHIT https://t.co/QnXZRhHVYN

— Jourdan Lewis (@JourdanJD) July 19, 2025

https://t.co/TCZuXi3Y2o

— daniel thomas (@gamechanger021) July 19, 2025

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Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/...top-100-players-of-2025-jaguars-14u-boys-flag

 

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Hunter Locks It Down: Training Camp Day 4 highlights & observations

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Travis Hunter and Brian Thomas Jr highlighted each side of the ball in Sunday’s practice, with both players having bounce back days from Friday’s training camp practice.

The after a dominant Friday practice for the Jacksonville Jaguars defense, the offense got back to basics on Sunday with a bounce back performance from the receiving core. Here are our top highlights and observations from Day 4 of Jaguars’ training camp at the Miller Electric Center practice fields.

Notes from practice

• CB Jourdan Lewis continues to stack up back to back to back performances with another quality day in coverage. Today’s play of the day nominee was a diving pass breakup (pbu) on a Nick Mullens attempt to Austin Trammel. He ended the day with 2-3 pbus.
• CB Travis Hunter completed his second consecutive day on defense, with a dominant day in coverage. Hunter would end the day with three total pass breakups, two of which were near interceptions.

Hunted down @Dream_Finders | #DUUUVAL

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 27, 2025​

He followed this near-interception with a diving endzone pass breakup from Lawrence intended for Brian Thomas Jr. With two near-interceptions today, it just seems that Hunter is a magnet for the football, finding him wherever he is.

• All eyes remain on the safety position, with the defense continuing to rotate the safety position opposite of S Eric Murray on a day by day basis.
• WR Joshua Cephus had himself a rebound day with multiple intermediate catches. The WR5 competition continues to be a day by day battle between Cephus and Eli Pancol. Pancol had a quiet day, with his notable contribution of the day being a catch that was stripped away by Deantre Prince for a fumble. Additionally, Austin Trammell continues to make a few splash plays in the short and intermediate zones, to potentially make a push into this completion, where special teams play may weigh heavily.
• QB Trevor Lawrence had another solid day, with only 1-2 uncatchable balls identified on the day, per my count. The offense, however, did have one miscommunication on the day.

#Jaguars 7-on-7:

Lawrence's pass is incomplete in between two WRs.

Parker Washington and Dyami Brown are discussing the play as they jog back to the huddle. Miscommunication occured somewhere

— . ℍ (@TravisDHolmes) July 27, 2025​

Additionally, backup QB Nick Mullens was also pretty accurate in this one.

• WR Brian Thomas Jr was his normal WR1 self in today’s practice with a highlight, back of the endzone, contested touchdown from Lawrence in the two-minute period. He also brought in a long catch down the middle of the field in the 7-on-7 period to confirm the bounce back day. He would later add two additional shorter catches to today’s resume, with room to run on both.

for !@brianthomas_11 | @Dream_Finders

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 27, 2025​

OC Grant Udinski had this to say about Thomas after practice:

“It was good to see him get his opportunities and come down with some of those catches. I think when you have those off days, when you’re a player like BTJ, you kind of expect that bounce-back day a little bit. The anticipation is that he will make those plays. So, there was never really any worry or doubt that he was a guy who could come down with some of those catches that he didn’t come down with. It was just a matter of time and execution.”

• RB LeQuint Allen dropped a 7-on-7 check down from Trevor Lawrence, his first drop that I can recall in camp. As a note, some media members saw this play as more of a fumble after the catch. However, it may be labeled, it was the first mistake we’ve seen from the sure-handed back out of Syracuse.
• K Cam Little went 4/4 on field goals in the kicking period, making the longest from around 45-yards out. He made 5/5 during the earlier warmups, with a long of about 50-yards. He then wrapped up his day, going 2/2 in the two-minute drill period, resulting in a perfect day for Cam.
• The team brings out the pads on Monday! The sold out practice will allow fans and media their first glimpses of the Jaguars offensive line, defensive line, and run game. Be sure to lock in your tickets for Tuesday!

Injuries

• G Patrick Mekari: was still out due to back spasms and tightness.
• CB Montaric Brown: continues to be day to day. He has been held out of three consecutive practices as a precaution.
• TE Johnny Mundt: day to day with an undisclosed injury.
• WR Louis Rees-Zammit: day to day with an undisclosed injury.
• DT Maason Smith & LB Dennis Gardeck are both still on the Active/PUP list

Notes from pressers

DE Josh Hines-Allen had this to say about bringing out the pads tomorrow:

“I think we’re going to be good. I’m excited about pads tomorrow. More physical up front, I think it really affects the front, the front four, front seven, more than anybody else. But I’m ready to put my face in. I’m ready for contact. I’m ready to have some contact and really see what it’s about. So, I’m excited.”

“That is the ultimate bittersweet.”

Grant Udinski on @TravisHunterJr making defensive plays.@Dream_Finders | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/gIhGx0yTHr

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 27, 2025​

You can catch the entire presser here.

Stay tuned for more updates from the Jacksonville Jaguars’ 2025 training camp!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/...s-training-camp-day-4-highlights-observations

 

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A new look coming for Big Cat Country in August

Our coverage remains the same but with a new look

In just a couple of weeks, Big Cat Country is switching to a new platform as part of SB Nation’s network-wide move to a new publishing platform. This will change the look of the site and also make it faster and more reliable on any device you use. This is an upgrade.

When you land on the site, it will look cleaner – less clunky, with more white space, a better ad experience with faster load times – but will still have all the usual articles, analysis, and news by all the folks you know.

Community discussion and content created by you will be more prominent in the new design. The best comment threads will be easy to find, and staff and commenters alike will be able to start conversations whenever they like with a brand new tool.

We’re planning on an early August reveal, so we wanted to give you a heads up. You’ll hear more from us when it’s almost here. The site will look a little different, feel a little faster, and, most importantly, have a bigger role for you, the community.

So, stick around and check it out!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/7/24/24472182/a-new-look-coming-for-big-cat-country-in-august

 

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2025 NFL Draft: 3 things to know about LeQuint Allen

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Get to know the Jaguars’ new additions from draft weekend with our ‘3 things to know’ series

With the 2025 NFL Draft in the books, it’s time to reflect on how the Jacksonville Jaguars fared. Did rookie GM James Gladstone deliver a masterclass, or has he just set the Jags back five years? Truth is, we probably won’t know that for some time. But we can get to know the newest members of the team a little bit better. In the latest of our mini-series of deep dives, here are three things to know about LeQuint Allen, RB, Syracuse:

Touchdown machine​

Syracuse RB LeQuint Allen led all FBS backs with 64 catches this season.

He’s a menace on options routes. Also thrived in a variety of different screens at Syracuse.

On the short list for best pass-catching backs in the draft. pic.twitter.com/gFEdoxQxBF

— Field Yates (@FieldYates) January 18, 2025​

LeQuint Allen delivered an impressive college career since arriving on the Syracuse campus in 2022. A three-star recruit out of Millville High School in New Jersey, Allen was highly coveted by a handful of East Coast teams, receiving seven scholarship offers primarily from ACC programs. The Orange won the rights for his services and immediately began integrating Allen into their offense. The running back was used as an impact player, averaging 6.7 yards per carry as a freshman before becoming a focal point of the Syracuse offense in 2023.

Allen recorded back-to-back 1,000 rushing yard seasons as a sophomore and junior - but it was his touchdown production his final year at the JMA Wireless Dome that really caught the attention. Allen racked up 16 rushing scores his final year on campus, enough to lead all ball carriers in the ACC.

Perhaps more impressive was Allen’s evolution into a running back who was a serious weapon in the passing game. After flashing what he could do as a receiver in 2023, last year Allen went into overdrive, enjoying more than 500 receiving yards and adding four more touchdowns to his already impressive totals. In a three-year career, Allen finished with more than 3,200 all-purpose yards and 32 touchdowns - helping the Orange become an ACC force and come close to making the playoffs.

The Jaguars have long been trying to create a diverse backfield group that can help the offense in a myriad of ways. LeQuint Allen might just be able to do everything himself.

Tragedy overshadows achievement​

LeQuint Allen’s family reacts to him becoming a Jaguar:

pic.twitter.com/UXxeUVHl4r

— Ashley Wenskoski (@AshleyWenskTV) April 27, 2025​

As a freshman running back, LeQuint Allen had to bide his time for a leading role in Syracuse’s offense. But by the end of his first year on campus, he had worked his way up the depth chart, making his first-ever start for the Orange in the Pinstripe Bowl against Minnesota in December 2022.

That end to his first season of college football should have heralded an offseason of excitement for Allen as he prepared to take the next step and become a leader of the Syracuse football program. Instead, the running back found himself reeling from tragedy after his father was killed that February. Referred to as ‘The Valentine’s Day Shooting’ by local media, Allen’s father, LeQuint Allen Sr., was fatally shot after walking away from an argument in Lawrence Township, Cumberland County, New Jersey. Aged just 42, Allen Sr. had travelled the 140 miles to New York two months prior to watch his son start for Syracuse for the first time. It would sadly be the last time his father got to see Allen Jr. in the famous orange uniform. The shooter, Thomas Baker Jr., was arrested and charged with murder.

Allen would endure further adversity that offseason, ultimately having to sue the school he attended to allow him to play football in the 2023 season. Allen wound up in a fight defending a teammate, and was punished with a two-semester suspension, throwing his eligibility and place at the University in jeopardy. Ultimately the suspension was dropped and somehow, despite the tragedy and challenges, Allen thrived, having a sophomore season to remember. If mental strength and perseverance are two characteristics you want in a running back, Allen sure has them.

Cheesesteak connoisseur​

LeQuint Allen is the MOST UNDERRATED player in the entire 2025 NFL Draft.

He has 2836 yards, 30 TDs, and 118 MTF in the last 2 seasons. He is a dangerous receiving threat, only dropping 4% of targets with 104 catches.

I currently have a day 2 grade on him in a stacked RB class. pic.twitter.com/qUjfkiynOS

— NFL Draft Files (@NFL_DF) February 1, 2025​

After the previous revelations, I thought I would keep it light for the last thing you need to know about LeQuint Allen. So I scoured his social media handles for little tidbits that might give you an insight into the character of the Jaguars’ latest addition to the backfield. And I found a couple of gems…

Firstly, ahead of last year, Allen was asked by the ACC Network what animal he would be if he were one. Now, football players don’t usually lack confidence, and so choosing a beast that would rule in the animal kingdom is no surprise. But two? Allen referred to himself as a cross between an ape and a lion, a hybrid that would strike fear into any other creature, let alone a linebacker trying to take him down in the open field. Little context was offered to the choice - which parts of each animal in particular? Perhaps we’ll find out this season…

Finally; brought up in Millville, NJ, Allen was raised less than an hour’s drive from Philadelphia. So of course it was inevitable he would be asked about his favorite cheese steak establishment in the City of Brotherly Love. Allen said his go-to restaurant for the classic Philly cuisine was a place called Ishkabibbles, a family restaurant that has been serving since 1979 - particularly famous for being the home of the chicken cheesesteak. It’s become so popular, it’s opened a second store - on the same street! So if you’re ever in Philadelphia, be sure to check it out.

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/7/24/24473646/3-things-to-know-about-lequint-allen

 

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Jacksonville Jaguars All-Time Team: Vote on Offensive Tackle

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The Jacksonville Jaguars have 30 seasons in the books. Let’s debate their greatest players at every position.

The Jacksonville Jaguars are preparing for their 31st season as an NFL franchise.

To commemorate their history — and to provide content during the dry part of the offseason — we’d like your help in naming the team’s greatest players at every position.

Here are the nominees for Jacksonville’s All-Time Left Tackle.

Tony Boselli (1995-01)​

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Stats: 97 games played, 96 games started, 74 Approximate Value

Bio: The Jaguars’ first-ever draft pick, Boselli was selected second overall in 1995 and quickly became the face of the franchise. He anchored Jacksonville’s offensive line through its successful early seasons, earning five Pro Bowl and three First-Team All-Pro recognitions in the process. Injuries shortened Boselli’s career to just seven seasons, but his dominant peak earned him enshrinement in the Pro Football Hall of Fame and a spot as the first inductee into the Pride of the Jaguars.

Eugene Monroe (2009-13)​

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Stats: 65 games played, 62 games started, 25 Approximate Value

Bio: Drafted eighth overall in 2009, Monroe immediately started at left tackle and brought consistency to a position in flux. He started 62 games across five seasons in Jacksonville before being traded to Baltimore in 2013. While not a Pro Bowler, Monroe was a reliable pass protector who played a key role during a transitional period for the franchise.

Cam Robinson (2017-24)​

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Stats: 94 games played, 94 games started, 41 Approximate Value

Bio: A second-round pick in 2017, Robinson stepped in as the Jaguars’ starting left tackle from Day 1. He helped lead the way during the team’s 2017 playoff run and remained a fixture on the line through multiple coaching regimes. Durability and penalties were occasional concerns, but Robinson brought toughness and experience to Jacksonville’s trenches for nearly a decade.

Khalif Barnes (2005-08)​

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Stats: 63 games played, 60 games started, 34 Approximate Value

Bio: Selected in the second round of the 2005 draft, Barnes started 60 games over four seasons, with all but 3 games at left tackle. His best stretch came during the Jaguars’ 2007 playoff campaign when he helped pave the way for one of the NFL’s top rushing attacks. Barnes departed in 2008 free agency but was a dependable presence in Jacksonville.

Time to vote!

(This new polling tool is part of our transition to a new publishing platform.)

Now, here are the nominees for Jacksonville’s All-Time Right Tackle.

Leon Searcy (1996-99)​

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Stats: 71 games played, 71 games started, 39 Approximate Value

Bio: Signed as a free agent in 1996, Searcy brought veteran leadership and nasty run-blocking to the Jaguars’ right tackle spot. He started every game during the team’s four-year playoff run from 1996 to 1999 and was a key cog in one of the NFL’s most balanced offenses. The former Miami Hurricane great is still regarded as one of the best free agent signings in team history.

Maurice Williams (2001-09)​

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Stats: 108 games played, 103 games started, 54 Approximate Value

Bio: A second-round pick in 2001, Williams brought versatility and durability to Jacksonville’s offensive line for nearly a decade. He started at both guard and tackle during his career and was a mainstay during the team’s mid-2000s resurgence. Williams played over 100 total games, making him one of the longest-tenured linemen in franchise history.

Jawaan Taylor (2019-22)​

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Stats: 68 games played, 68 games started, 28 Approximate Value

Bio: Drafted in the second round in 2019, Taylor started every game at right tackle during his four seasons in Jacksonville. Though penalties and inconsistency plagued his early years, he put together a strong 2022 campaign that earned him a lucrative free-agent deal with the Chiefs. Taylor’s 66 straight starts in the regular season rank among the longest streaks for a Jaguars offensive lineman.

Jermey Parnell (2015-18)​

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Stats: 60 games played, 60 games started, 25 Approximate Value

Bio: Signed in 205 free agency after a stint in Dallas, Parnell solidified the Jaguars’ right tackle spot during a time of rebuild. He was a key part of the dominant run game that powered the 2017 AFC Championship run. Parnell started 60 games over five seasons in Jacksonville.

Last week: Tight Ends / Next week: Interior Offensive Line

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/...e-jaguars-all-time-team-vote-offensive-tackle

 

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Jaarian Jones Dominant In Consecutive Days: Training Camp Day 6 highlights & observations

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The Jaguars leaned heavily into their “home field advantage” today, practicing outside during Jacksonville’s scalding 111 degree heat index. And while the weather was a scorcher, so were the plays being made on the field.

On Tuesday, the Jacksonville Jaguars took to the Miller Electric practice fields for their second day of padded practices in 2025, with this one being slightly longer and more physical than Monday’s affair. With a near-sold out attendance, the highly-competitive Tuesday training camp featured many expected impressive performances, with maybe a few surprising names. Here are our top highlights and observations from Day 6 of Jaguars’ training camp at the Miller Electric Center practice fields.

Notes from practice

• CB Jarrian Jones put up a second consecutive dominant day in converge on Tuesday, with two forced incompletions in the teams period (one of which was arguably a pass breakup). He then took the practice temperature up to another level, after giving up a five-yard catch in the 1-on-1 session against Brian Thomas Jr. He would follow up that rep with a game-changing play. This one an impressive one-handed interception, snatched from Thomas Jr’s grasp on the slightly late and/or off target throw from Lawrence.

What a rep from @JarrianJones @Dream_Finders | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/vR5z2Yq4jf

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 29, 2025​

That’s back to back practices with highlight plays made from the second-year corner out of FSU. With the additional snaps since Montaric Brown’s early training camp injury, Jones has stepped up in a big way this week. With his play continuing to be at this level, he could potentially push Jourdan Lewis for a starting role.

Defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile spoke about Jones after practice:

“He’s a great competitor. He really works hard to play with technique. I think he did a great job in the spring, and then he really worked. He’s one of the guys who really worked hard in the summer, was with a lot of the guys on the team, working technique, studying, so he came back to camp really ready to go. I see a lot of the drill work he’s doing every day is showing up now. The muscle memory is starting to set in, and he’s really playing with good technique. It is starting to show up in all the one-on-one work and team periods”.

He later continued...

”He’s going to give you everything he’s got until the end of the play, so I think that was awesome that he was rewarded on that.”

• WR Travis Hunter completed his second consecutive day on offense, with a smooth looking day running his routes. Hunter would open his day with a redzone touchdown, breaking free of the coverage in a scramble drill. Lawrence would find him settled in the hole within the zone at the back of the endzone for the catch. He would then catch three additional targets between the 1-on-1 and 11-on-11 teams periods, with another near-touchdown in the redzone period where he failed to get his second foot down.

Competing for every rep @Dream_Finders | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/II8TE2QcWw

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 29, 2025​

• S Eric Murray collected a nice pass breakup during the redzone 11-on-11 period while covering TE Brenton Strange. However, the other safety position opposite of Murray may still be awaiting someone to jump off the tape and take the reins (Antonio Johnson, Caleb Ransaw, Dewey Wingard, Rayun Lane, etc).
• CB Jourdan Lewis continues his placement on this list of spotlight players with another day of quality secondary play in coverage. Lewis had one stop for five yards on Hunter Long, with an impressive pass breakup when matched up against Austin Trammell in the 11-on-11 period.

2 always bringing the juice @JourdanJD @Dream_Finders | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/BcTWMSd4jH

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 29, 2025​

• WR Joshua Cephus went 2/2 in the 1-on-1 period, beating Christian Braswell and Aydan White on each play. However, Eli Pancol also had a comparable day, also going 2/2, with an impressive, out-breaking route on a deep catch over White in the 1-on-1 period.
• WR Dyami Brown rushed for multiple 20+ yard runs on Tuesday, in addition to catching a 30-35-yard pass from Lawrence during the 2-Minute Drill Teams period.
• QB Trevor Lawrence had another quality day, managing the offense. Jamal Saint Cyr for News4Jax had Lawrence at 11/15 with a touchdown in the 11-on-11 periods. Outside of my (albeit small) criticism on the Jarrian Jones 1-on-1 interception, I thought this was probably one of Lawrence’s best days passing the ball in camp. He timely and accurately hit Dyami Brown on the aforementioned 30-35-yard ball during the two-minute drill period and marched the team down the field for the Cam Little field goal as time expired. He generally kept the ball out of harms' way while picking up chunk plays when the opportunity presented itself.

How many TD’s for these two this year? pic.twitter.com/9Ij6a45C8Q

— 1010 XL / 92.5 FM (@1010XL) July 29, 2025​

• It was a quieter day for WR Brian Thomas Jr who scored no touchdowns in today’s practice, while securing three catches on five total targets (two catches on three targets in teams periods; one catch on two targets, and an interception in 1-on-1s).
• RB LeQuint Allen had what looked to be an effective day in pass protection in the 11-on-11 periods. He did however, drop his second intended target in today’s practice, The normally sure-handed back (in college) previously dropped his first pass of camp in Day 4 of camp.
• RB Travis Etienne broke off two noticeably explosive rushes in today’s practice, with the offensive line having occasional success getting movement up front. RB Tank Bigsby also had a longer (15-20-yard rush on the day.
• LB Jack Kiser recorded a “sack” of Nick Mullens in the 11-on-11 period. Additionally, DE Josh Hines-Allen beat RT Anton Harrison in the 11-on-11 redzone period for a would be sack of Lawrence (LB Devin Lloyd was also there).
• K Cam Little went 4/4 on field goals in the teams periods, making the longest from around 40-yards out. He also made 4/4 during the earlier warmups, by my count.
• The team brings has Wednesday off and will return on Thursday, before Friday’s late afternoon scrimmage at the stadium.

Injuries

• G Patrick Mekari: was still out due to back spasms and tightness.
• CB Montaric Brown: continues to be day to day. He has been held out of three consecutive practices as a precaution.
• TE Johnny Mundt: day to day with an undisclosed injury.
• TE Hunter Long: left practice with an ankle injury and is reportedly day-to-day.
• WR Louis Rees-Zammit: was seen on the field, but not during the teams and 1-on-1 periods. Unknown if he is still day to day with an undisclosed injury.
• DT Maason Smith & LB Dennis Gardeck are both still on the Active/PUP list

Notes from pressers

Coach Campanile summarized his view of the defenses’ past two days of padded practices as this:

“I think today, we practiced a little bit more physical on our side. I thought we were communicating well, flying around. To me, it’s always about the play style, how you’re playing on defense. I think we’re trending the right way but there’s a lot of work to do. To answer your question, what I do like is the physicality today, and we’re starting to get a good culture in our room.”

“We’ve got a great group of guys here. They’re easy guys to coach… They’re running to the ball, they’re attacking the ball.”@Dream_Finders | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/GuksFz7zTb

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 29, 2025​

LB Foye Oluokun then had this to say when discussing his excitement over getting their “chip back on their shoulder”:

“Obviously, last year did not go great. It’s easy to get down on yourself, kind of get through. That’s a toxic mindset of football there, and we got through the season abysmally. So, come back this season, try to right our wrongs and let’s get out on the right foot.”

He later continued, discussing players all knowing their assignments:

“I think it’s so important for the whole defense to know what everybody’s doing. When you have trusted people behind you, it’s really cool. I’m seeing the growth that we take as a whole defense and the growth that I’m taking as a player just playing my play. I remember Coach Caldwell [former Defensive Coordinator Mike Caldwell] called me an eraser way back in the day and sometimes that hurts you because you’re trying to make sure everybody else is right. Obviously, I’m around the ball every play, but I can just trust my play, and if the ball gets funneled back to me, staying in my gap, then I feel like I can make even more splash plays.”

You can catch the entire presser here.

Stay tuned for more updates from the Jacksonville Jaguars’ 2025 training camp!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/...s-training-camp-day-6-highlights-observations

 

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Dyami Brown is Balling Out: Training Camp Day 7 Highlights & Observations

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The Jaguars’ free agent pickup may have a larger role than we originally thought.

Here are our top highlights and observations from Day 7 of Jacksonville Jaguars training camp.

Notes from practice

• No. 2 overall pick Travis Hunter practiced on defense today while working with offensive coordinator Grant Udinski during special teams drills.

According to ESPN’s Mike DiRocco, Hunter played 20 defensive snaps during 11-v-11. He’s totalled 72 offensive snaps and 67 defensive snaps through seven days of training camp.

travis hunter practicing on defense today pic.twitter.com/BkHAJL4qpt

— Gus Logue (@gus_logue) July 31, 2025​

The two-way phenom allowed a long touchdown from Trevor Lawrence to Parker Washington. However, on the final two snaps of the day, Hunter nearly made an OBJ-like interception to force a pass breakup over J.J. Jones before flying across the field for another PBU against Seth Henigan.

With two big pass breakups today and two touchdown catches on Tuesday, Hunter is trending up. He’s expected to play on both sides of the ball (for the first time in camp) at the Jaguars’ scrimmage on Friday, August 1.

• Dyami Brown had a huge outing. He caught four balls from Trevor Lawrence: two intermediate crossers, a comeback against Tyson Campbell, and a wide-open touchdown down the right sideline. The free agent pickup continues to stack impressive practices and has emerged as an every-level threat for the Jaguars’ offense.

I got on it@Dream_Finders | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/xqx1zZQDlx

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 31, 2025​

• I was surprised by the “Tank Bigbsy is the Jaguars’ RB1” storylines earlier in the week, but perhaps I shouldn’t have been. Bigsby saw the bulk of carries with the first-team unit today and reportedly has been for much of camp. That said, Travis Etienne is almost always on the field on 3rd downs and getting designed touches in the passing game.
• Rookie linebacker Jack Kiser flashed with a forceful PBU, a near-sack of Nick Mullens, and several run stops. He’s making the most of his reps.
• Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker continued to make their presence felt at the line of scrimmage, combining for 1 tipped pass and at least 3 sacks.
• DB Caleb Ransaw (lower body) is week-to-week, OL Cole Van Lanen (shoulder) is out for training camp, and LB Dennis Gardeck (ACL) was activated from the PUP list.

Notes from pressers

Wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. and offensive coordinator Grant Udinski spoke to media today.

“I think that’s kind of what you saw a little bit from him last year,” Udinski said of Dyami Brown. “He has that ability. I think the improvement in some of the stuff that he’s shown in the run game, and even with the different routes that we’ve asked him to run, will only hopefully expand his ability to create explosives. Last year, whether it was running go balls or vertical routes or with the ball in hand on screens in different plays, I think that’s something that’s in his wheelhouse.”

He said of the running back room: “I would say the thing that really stands out about the guys is their effort and embrace, how much they’ve embraced the opportunity to improve. I think all those guys kind of had different areas that they’ve wanted to improve, individually or collectively, even as a group, and the way they’ve approached the protection scheme, the run game, that’s a little bit different than some of the things they’ve done. They really embraced that and kind of approached it with a growth mindset.”

Thomas was his typical reserved self, but he did comment on being named to the NFL’s Top 100 list at 61st overall. “I would say it means a lot to me just being able to make that my rookie year, coming in, just me wanting to come out here and show what I can do. I would say that means a lot to me. I feel like I could have been better, so that’s what motivates me to come out next year and do even better.”

He said the biggest thing he’s added to his game is “Really just getting more into the playbook, knowing the ins and outs of it ... just being in the film room, being in the playbook.” As for where Travis Hunter has shown the most growth? “Probably learning the playbook ... knowing what he has, not having to second-guess himself or think twice.”

You can watch the full press conference here.

Stay tuned for more updates from the Jacksonville Jaguars’ 2025 training camp!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/7/31/24477328/dyami-brown-jaguars-training-camp-day-7

 

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Jacksonville Jaguars 2025 breakout candidates: OT Walker Little

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Walker Little is finally getting his shot as the full time starter for the Jags at left tackle. Could it lead to a breakout performance in 2025.

On paper, Walker Little being a potential breakout candidate for the Jaguars shouldn’t make much sense.

A second-round pick in the same draft as Trevor Lawrence, Little is entering his fifth season with the team and received a lucrative contract extension towards the end of last season. That timeline typically lends itself to somebody who has already broken out — but that hasn’t really been the case for Little.

We have signed OL Walker Little to a contract extension.⁰⁰#DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/NaLZtuOPax

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) December 1, 2024​

A former Stanford standout, Walker Little entered the league fresh off a serious knee injury that led to an opt-out of his senior year. This limited him to just 9 games played and 3 starts as a rookie. The next season he was sparsely used as a depth piece as he played about the same amount of snaps he did as a rookie.

It wasn’t until year three that he would finally get an extended look as a starter as the team dealt with a number of injuries across the offensive line. Little started 11 games, where he showed glimpses of being a legitimate option as a long-term option.

Last season, Little took a backseat yet again as Cam Robinson was back healthy, but a midseason trade of the longtime Jaguars left tackle plugged Little in as the new blind side protector for the rest of the season.

PFF names Walker Little as the #Jaguars most underrated player heading into the 2025 season.

Walker Little’s 4.1% pressure rate allowed ranked 8th among #NFL Left Tackles in 2024. pic.twitter.com/NyIqrpGW22

— Daniel Griffis (@DanDGriffis) May 19, 2025​

Now, Walker Little is finally getting his chance to be the unquestioned guy to protect Trevor Lawrence on the left side. It’s his first training camp where he’s getting real first-team reps at the position where he’s not being kicked around to other spots as a swing piece, which should set him up for his best season yet in Jacksonville.

hot take: walker little gets pro bowl consideration now that he is actually being allowed to, you know, play https://t.co/H345BKJ0vj

— John Shipley (@_John_Shipley) July 13, 2025​

He has a chance to prove to plenty of doubters that he is a legit franchise piece for the future of this new offense. Don’t be surprised if Walker Little is the biggest breakout player for the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2025.

What are your expectations for Little this season, Jaguars fans? Let us know in the comments!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/8/1/24463894/jaguars-2025-breakout-candidates-walker-little

 

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Lawrence Steals the Show: Jaguars' Scrimmage Highlights & Observations

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Lawrence looked locked in, and Dyami Brown is officially turning heads. Friday night brought fire from QB1 and a statement from this receiver core.

Travis Hunter playing on both sides of the ball in one practice? Game-like scenarios under the stadium lights?! Is football back in Duval? Well, not quite... But the Jacksonville Jaguars did complete their Friday night scrimmage at EverBank Stadium giving the young roster and coaching staff their first corporate glimpse of what lies on the horizon, one week from Saturday, versus the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Here are our top highlights and observations from Friday night's scrimmage.

Let the (mock) game begin!
@Dream_Finders | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/v4MZNh8wxq

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) August 1, 2025​

Notes from practice

• For the second time this offseason, and the first time in training camp, No. 2 overall pick Travis Hunter practiced on both sides of the ball, while starting his Friday off on offense.

According to ESPN’s Mike DiRocco, Hunter played a total of 38 snaps on Friday - 17 on offense and 21 snaps on defense. Hunter was more involved on offense in this one, with 3 catches for 43-yards on 4 targets. On defense, Hunter wasn't targeted in the passing game, other than one nearby underneath checkdown with Travis in deeper coverage.

Well there's something you don't see everyday @TravisHunterJr | @Dream_Finders

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) August 2, 2025​

• WR Dyami Brown had his third consecutive big day after catching four balls from Lawrence on Thursday he followed that up with another 4-catch day (for 71-yards). Each of his catches went for first downs with his longest being a 30-yard reception where he settled in the zone before securing the Lawrence throw, then picking up an additional few yards after the catch.
• The Jaguars QB1, Trevor Lawrence looked the part in every way under the Friday Night Lights, going 19 of 27 for 241-yards, 3 passing touchdowns, 1 interception thrown, and 1 stalled field goal drive. This showing was honestly one of Lawrence’s sharpest scrimmage showings of his career, from my perspective. He was sharp, decisive, and accurate while moving the first-team offense right down the field on each of his drives, but one.

More like BTD ‍ @Dream_Finders | #DUUUVAL

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) August 1, 2025​

However, Jacksonville fans would not be off base to question the throw on his only turnover, as Trevor gave away a Zechariah McPhearson redzone interception on an ill-advised throw. Lawrence, trying to squeeze the throw in to Parker Washington, seemingly didn't identify the underneath McPhearson who was guarding a shallower receiver. He would, however, bounce back, against the starting defense - capping his day with a game-sealing touchdown drive to TE Brenton Strange.

After practice, Coach Coen raved about Lawrence's performance:

“I thought he was making sharp, fast decisions. The ball was getting driven constantly. I thought it was getting driven. He missed a few for sure. He missed Travis [WR/DB Travis Hunter] down on the goal line behind, when Ventrell [LB Ventrell Miller] made a great play, but that ball's got to be out in front. The interception's a tough one. Parker [WR Parker Washington] took a little long on the route. We had an out in a corner combination down here. The guy that had the out covered fell off. He lobbed it in the back of the end zone. Just move on, progress, or throw it in the back of the end zone, but I just thought he made good sharp decisions. He drove the ball. I thought he ran the show well. I thought it was a good night for him.”

• In a similarly busy day as Brown, WR Brian Thomas Jr scored two redzone touchdowns, ending his day with 6-catches for 65-yards via Lawrence.
• WR Joshua Cephus again put in his nomination for catch of the day with a really nice catch where CB Tyson Campbell was draped all over him. Somehow, Cephus managed go get one hand on the ball, tipping it, while grabbing it with his other hand, all while falling and Campbell hanging on his back.

C'mon now, Cephus @joshua_cephus | @Dream_Finders

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) August 2, 2025​

• TE Brenton Strange started his day off with a bang, a 25-yard wide-open catch from Lawrence. He would then calm down until the final drive of practice, where he would bring in 3-receptions for around 20-yards on the drive and securing the winning touchdown.
• DE Travon Walker had a dominant day with three total sacks.
• LB Devin Lloyd also had a sack on QB Nick Mullens. I thought Lloyd's play-speed was noticeable in this one - looking like a blazing missile in multiple run stops, checkdowns, and the aforementioned sack. Devin showed decisiveness in what he saw and also showed a new gear (compared to 2024 film, anyways).
• DE Josh Hines-Allen also had a sack of Nick Mullens, along with Tyler Lacy who also secured a sack of his own. Coen touched on the collective success of the pass rush post-game:

"We were chipping. We were trying to help and it (the pass rush) was getting home. We definitely felt it. He (Defensive Coordinator Anthony Campanile) wasn't pressuring much either. This was being played kind of like a Pro Bowl from a scheme standpoint, specifically on defense. Just trying to let them go get lined up and go play, so he was only bringing really single backer pressure."

• Another day, another Jourdan Lewis highlight - this one an impressive an interception as you will see in camp, in coverage of WR Trenton Irwin.
• CB Jarrian Jones had another competitive day with three forced incompletions, including an endzone pass breakup when matched up against Dyami Brown in the final period.
• With OL Cole Van-Lanen out, fans got their first glimpse of RT Anton Harrison at left tackle on Friday. With the team trying out multiple different combinations, in one series Fred Johnson played right tackle with Harrison lining up at left. Coen provided a little additional context for this afterwards:

"We were trying to mix and match with Cole [OL Cole Van Lanen] being out, we have to figure out who our swing tackle is going to be for the short term right now, specifically. We still have, obviously, competition going on at all spots, but specifically that position, we want to make sure that we're giving guys the opportunity to be on the right side and the left side. That's why Anton moved over there so that we could kind of get a good evaluation of all those tackles being able to play on both sides because you don't know truly which side they're best at. And they have to get good at both if they're going to be our swing tackle.”

• With both Arik Armstead and Maason Smith out on Friday, multiple younger DL options received additional snaps, such as Eli Mosert, who had a pressure on John Wolford.
• RB Ja'Quinden Jackson (30 yards rushing) and LeQuint Allen both had pretty productive outings. Jackson ran tough and decisively in this one. Meanwhile, Allen caught two balls out of the backfield, shaking Jack Kiser on one reception, and scored a rushing touchdown.
• K Cam Little is as consistent as ever, making each of his 3 field goal tries with successful attempts from 35, 39, and 58-yards.

Absences:

• OL Cole Van Lanen (shoulder) is out for the remainder of training camp
• OG Patrick Mekari (back) is still day-to-day
• TE Hunter Long (ankle) is still day-to-day
• TE Johnny Mundt (upper body) is still day-to-day
• RB Bhayshul Tuten (hamstring) participated in warm-up activities, but was be held out
• DT Maason Smith (undisclosed) remains on the PUP List.
• DT Arik Armstead (sore back) is day-to-day
• While LB Dennis Gardeck (ACL) was activated from the PUP list, he did not participate after individual drills
• CB Montaric Brown (lower body) is out for the remainder of training camp
• DB Caleb Ransaw (lower body) is still week-to-week

Notes from pressers

Coach Coen spoke with the assembled media to discuss the team’s dry run for next weeks' preseason opener:

“I thought there was a lot of explosive plays. Guys made plays, made some contested catches that we hadn't really been making at times. Ton of explosives on both sides. Had the interception, obviously, with J-Lew [CB Jourdan Lewis]. Great play. I just thought it was cool to see all groups make a play, make some sort of a play. I thought it was well executed for the most part. Had some false starts, couple of holds. It wasn't perfect, but thought it was a good start."

You can watch the full press conference here.

Stay tuned for more updates from the Jacksonville Jaguars’ 2025 training camp!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/8/2/24479251/aguars-scrimmage-highlights-observations

 

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Jaguars 2025 State of the Roster: Linebackers

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This core of linebackers could be an enormous bright spot for the Jaguar defense.

For one of the final installments of the state of the roster series, we are going to take a look at the center of the Jacksonville Jaguars' defense: the linebackers.

Led by star linebacker Foye Oluokun, the Jags have the makings of a solid linebacking core. Much like the cornerbacks, the Jags have the pieces to wreak havoc in the coverage game with their backers while also having talent that can attack the quarterback.

Specifically for someone like Devin Lloyd, the upcoming season could be a huge stepping stone in the evolution of not only the team’s defense but also former Jags high-level draft picks.

As has been said before, there are areas of concern on this team. When healthy, this linebacker group might not be one of them.

Foye Oluokun

Contract: First year of a 3-year, $30,000,000 deal.

Age: 29 (30 on Aug. 2)

Games Played: 111 career with Atlanta and Jacksonville. 47 in past three years with Jags.

Stats: NFL leader in tackles in ‘22, ‘23. 5.5 sacks with Jags and two picks.

Notes:

We don’t need to get buried in the weeds of how good Foye can be. When healthy, he can be a guy who can lead the NFL in tackles like he did in ‘22 and ‘23. No, leading the NFL in tackles doesn’t make you a first ballot Hall of Famer but it does give a good indication of how involved you are on defense. It goes without saying that a good tackler on defense is always necessary. Oluokun played just 13 games last year as injuries cut his season short, but he is the heartbeat of this locker room. As he goes, so largely do the Jags themselves. He is an effective blitzer and has skills in coverage. He is as complete a linebacker as this team can hope to have at this point.

stop the run.

Foye Oluokun on the #Jaguars defensive theme for 2025. went on to say that Camp’s scheme is allowing him to have eyes on the QB more, like he did in Atlanta. @BrentASJax @ActionSportsJax pic.twitter.com/6bw3r68KHD

— Jason Hamby (@Jason_Hamby14) July 29, 2025​

Devin Lloyd

Contract: Final year of a 4-year, $12,936,605 rookie deal. Making $2,469,083 base salary this season.

Age: 26 (27 in September).

Games Played: 48 over three seasons in Jacksonville.

Stats: 355 career tackles, two sacks, four picks and 19 passes defended.

Notes:

Oluokun’s running mate is Lloyd, who has had a rollercoaster couple years as a Jag. Lloyd is a frustrating player at times because he so clearly has the talent and build to be a great linebacker. He is extremely quick and was one the league’s best tacklers last season. He has shown flashes in the pass rush game and can read a quarterback well at times. He can just as easily get completely lost and turned around and overall run over by an offense. There is no doubt Lloyd is improving as he goes along and maybe some of his mishaps were due to a bad scheme and bad coaching in previous years. In the final year of his first-round rookie deal however, Lloyd has to show the consistency he displayed in his rookie and sophomore years to get a long-term extension in Duval.

From @PFF:

“Devin Lloyd has emerged as a legitimate playmaker, earning a 91.0 PFF run-defense grade over the past two years to rank fourth at the position.” pic.twitter.com/fO2KPBRHRO

— Daniel Griffis (@DanDGriffis) July 1, 2025​

Ventrell Miller

Contract: Third year of a 4-year, $4,576,936 rookie deal.

Age: 26 (27 in January).

Games Played: 15 in first full active season.

Stats: 80 tackles, one forced fumble.

Notes:

Someone Jags fans should be excited about heading into this season is Miller. In Anthony Campanile’s system, which last year in Green Bay allowed linebackers like Quay Walker to thrive, both Lloyd and Miller have the chance to explode. Miller played 15 games in his first healthy season and made plenty of impact, including back-to-back double-digit tackle games in London and some really solid play in a close loss to Houston. Miller is one of those guys who just finds himself around the football, ready to make a big play. He will start this upcoming year after impressing last year. In this new system, the signs are pointing to him making a huge jump alongside the vet Oluokun and an emerging Llloyd.

Ventrell Miller in coverage pic.twitter.com/UZrJzdVNRR

— Fitz (@LaurieFitzptrck) November 10, 2024​

Chad Muma

Contract: Last year of a 4-year, $5,426,108 rookie deal. Making $1,394,924 in base salary.

Age: 25 (26 on Aug. 18).

Games Played: 50 games played in three seasons with Jags.

Stats: 94 career tackles, 1.5 sacks in rookie season.

Notes:

Draftmates with Lloyd, Muma played a huge role in his rookie year but has seen his usage decrease thereafter. He is a solid special teams player and a fine linebacker when called upon. He isn’t going to scare anyone with his size or speed but has done enough to be a backup on this team. He too is entering a contract year and will have to excel in the margins to get a new deal.

Hell yeah, Chad Muma (48). #Jaguars pic.twitter.com/XWDsHcJ1Xj

— Jared Feinberg (@JRodNFLDraft) October 9, 2024​

Dennis Gardeck

Contract: 1 year, $2,000,000.

Age: 30 (31 on Aug. 9).

Games Played: 96 over seven years with Arizona.

Stats: 156 career tackles, 17 sacks, three forced fumbles and two picks.

Notes:

After seven years with the Arizona Cardinals, Gardeck comes to Jacksonville as a locker room guy and someone who can get after the pass rusher. He will be 31 when the season starts, and has had injuries with his ACL, but he was beloved in Arizona and has made it in the league after being an undrafted player. On July 31, Gardeck was reactivated to the team from the PUP list after suffering a camp injury. Gardeck gives the Jags someone who can, and will, do a little bit of everything. This tweet from 2020 shows you exactly what you will get in Gardeck.

After not playing a snap on defense in his first two NFL seasons, @DGardeck has racked up 5.0 sacks, 8 QB hits, 5 tackles for loss and a fumble recovery this season.

He also dances quite well.#ProBowlVote pic.twitter.com/7waGizp5oQ

— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) December 15, 2020​

Yasir Abdullah

Contract: Third year of a 4 year, $4,205,216 deal.

Age: 25 (26 in April).

Games Played: 19 in two seasons with Jacksonville.

Stats: 19 tackles........

Notes:

Who knows what the Jags have in Abdullah. Truly. The once preseason darling of the Jags has largely been quiet through his two regular seasons on the team. He has just 19 career tackles, no sacks and will almost certainly be fighting for a roster spot during camp. Abdullah has played as a rusher and as a coverage linebacker, but hasn’t shown the consistency (or been give the opportunity) to do either one against NFL starters. During camp he could be moved around in Campanile’s system, one that again benefits linebackers. Abdullah has to find his spot soon, whether that be rushing the passer or as a lockdown coverage defender, or his time in Duval may be up.

Jack Kiser

Contract: First year of a 4 year, $5,256,592 rookie deal.

Age: 24 (25 in September).

Games Played: 70 across six seasons with Notre Dame.

Stats: 265 tackles, six sacks, six forced fumbles.

Notes:

The first of the Jags’ rookie linebackers is Kiser out of Notre Dame. Kiser has played an absurd amount of football as he is now ND’s leader in all-time games played. But Kiser got there by grinding it out. In 2023 he was the Special Teams Player of the Year for the Irish before being named captain ahead of the 2024 season. Kiser started nine games combined in the two years prior to his final season in South Bend, where he started all 16. His career missed tackle rate is under 5% which is phenomenal. Kiser is a bit older for a rookie, and like Muma, isn’t the most imposing player in the world. But he will get it done. That likely will be on special teams first for the Jags where he has shown the pedigree to make his mark.

"When you look at the 6 years I've been here, what I remember is the people. From when I was a small underclassmen just trying to learn the ways...to have coach Freeman...yeah it's about the people."

— Linebacker Jack Kiser reflects on his career with Notre Dame pic.twitter.com/Rdxz6GuOCX

— CBS Sports (@CBSSports) January 21, 2025​

Jalen McLeod

Contract: First year of a 4 year, $4,430,528 rookie deal.

Age: 23 (24 in June).

Games Played: 54 across five college seasons with App State and Auburn.

Stats: Career-high 57 tackles and eight sacks in final college season at Auburn. Had 13.5 sacks in two years at Auburn.

Notes:

The second of the Jags linebacker draft picks is McLeod out of Auburn. McLeod is the typical Swiss Army Knife linebacker, where he can shoot out of a cannon and rush the passer or run with a streaking tight end. After three seasons at App State, McLeod translated his game easily to the SEC, which is no small feat. He won over 21% of his pass rush snaps which was top-20 in the nation. Auburn used McLeod in more obvious pass rush situations and it would seem the Jags are in line to do the same. No roster spot is safe for an undersized sixth-round rookie, but the upside on McLeod is likely too much to pass up for the new Jags regime.

Been a fan of Auburn EDGE/LB Jalen McLeod since his App State days and he's got a great motor and cross chop to win against tackles. Played the "Buck" role as a hybrid outside linebacker who drop into coverage.

At his best rushing the passer. Had 2 FFs against Alabama. https://t.co/8NYk9rqq6Z pic.twitter.com/h6oCdGBgMt

— Devin Jackson (@RealD_Jackson) January 24, 2025​

Branson Combs

Contract: First year of a 3-year, $2,980,000 rookie deal.

Age: 25 (26 in July).

Games Played: 60 across six college seasons with Southern Illinois and Wake Forrest.

Stats: Second on Wake Forrest in total tackles (94) and sixth for TFLs (6.0). Game-winning interception against NC State.

Notes:

The final linebacker added this year was Combs, an undrafted free agent. He likely will be a practice squad addition once the camp cycle is over, but he has the talent to make an NFL roster. Combs finished up his last season at Wake Forest with 94 tackles, two sacks and a pick. Combs is a college football success story, making the switch from a wide receiver with Southern Illinois to linebacker with the Salukis. A few years down the line, he became an All-ACC Second-Team player at linebacker. That shows someone who will do whatever it takes to help his team win.

Branson Combs,LB is LEGIT

Loving these UDFAs pic.twitter.com/PcmaK0Djls

— J-Villains Podcast (@JVillainsPod) May 8, 2025​

Combs is yet another player in this linebacker room that has the grit and determination to get things done because they have had to for their entire career. Olukoun was an overlooked player out of Yale. Gardeck isn’t supposed to be here. Kiser is old and McLeod is undersized. Yet all these guys found a place together in Jacksonville because they have the requisite character to reset a team and set a foundation for what it means to play Jags football. Sacksonville may be on the verge of returning, and it comes on the shoulders of a linebacker core who likely don’t give a shit what you think, but just want to play winning football.

What are your thoughts on the LB unit entering 2025? Let us know in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/8/1/24478186/jaguars-2025-state-of-the-roster-linebackers

 

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Tweets of the week: Hunter helping Lawrence with dance moves, Hines-Allen update, and more

Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images

“He’s doing well. He’s back in school living like a 7-year-old.”

Happy Friday, Big Cat Country! Let’s look at some of this week’s Jacksonville Jaguars highlights, hype, and more from X/Twitter.

PFF named Brian Thomas Jr. a top-ten fantasy wide receiver:

TOP 10 FANTASY WR RANKINGS pic.twitter.com/YPDTVPdUhu

— PFF (@PFF) July 31, 2025

Thomas ranked 61st on the NFL’s list of Top 100 players of 2025:

NFL Top 100 Players of 2025:@Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. earns the No. 61 ranking! @NFLFilms pic.twitter.com/tDngwMvv5M

— NFL (@NFL) July 25, 2025

Josh Hines-Allen’s response to being ranked 63rd:

“Oh they must think I’m sorry” https://t.co/KXKLJkPa9a

— Joshua Hines-Allen (@JoshHinesAllen) July 25, 2025

Hines-Allen was named to the University of Kentucky’s Hall of Fame 2025 class:

Welcome, @JoshHinesAllen, to the @UKAthletics Hall of Fame. pic.twitter.com/9h017Olqrh

— Kentucky Football (@UKFootball) July 30, 2025

His reaction to the news:

2️ https://t.co/EaOrlGFXJ9

— Joshua Hines-Allen (@JoshHinesAllen) July 30, 2025

Hines-Allen shared the news that his son Wesley is in remission:

Josh Hines-Allen says his son, who he recently revealed is battling cancer, is in full remission.

"He's doing well. He's back in school living like a 7-year-old." pic.twitter.com/qfd6YE2uQH

— NFL on CBS (@NFLonCBS) July 29, 2025

More on Wesley’s journey and Four One For All Foundation:

The dreaded six-letter word that no parent ever wants to hear: Cancer.

Seven months ago, our world stopped when our son, Wesley, was diagnosed with leukemia.

As parents, we've held each other through tears we didn't know we had, watching our little boy fight the biggest battle… pic.twitter.com/KN33gTTaRT

— Joshua Hines-Allen (@JoshHinesAllen) July 25, 2025

“Our goal was to wait until he got healthy.”@JoshHinesAllen on his son Wesley’s strength & Four One For All Foundation’s mission to give back to four cancer-focused non-profits each month this season. pic.twitter.com/PYxYCkUNqr

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 27, 2025

The best leg in the league and Darnell Savage celebrated birthdays:

IT'S LOGAN'S BIRTHDAY!!!!! @FISGlobal | #DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/Bkbe3B9KBH

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 28, 2025

#duuuval https://t.co/Ls3rg99EoH

— Darnell Savage Jr. (@darnellsavage_) July 30, 2025

Travis Hunter is the highest-ranked rookie in Madden NFL 26:

Highest-rated rookie in the game is in #DUUUVAL!

#Madden26Ratings | @Jaguars pic.twitter.com/Vt80dAeHcm

— Madden NFL 26 (@EAMaddenNFL) July 30, 2025

Hunter believes he can play every snap:

"If I didn't think I could play them all, I wouldn't be trying to do it."

Travis Hunter believes he can play every snap.@PriscoCBS pic.twitter.com/R4k2gYxYxg

— NFL on CBS (@NFLonCBS) July 29, 2025

Travis is trying to help Trevor with his dance moves:

"I'm trying to teach him how to get jiggy with it."@TravisHunterJr is helping @TrevorLawrencee improve his dance moves

Back Together Weekend – Live on @NFLNetwork
Stream on @NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/9GnfA8biBq

— NFL (@NFL) July 27, 2025

Cameron Wolfe and Bucky Brooks’ full interview with Hunter from All Together Weekend:

Our full @nflnetwork Back Together Weekend chat with Jaguars WR/CB “energizer bunny” Travis Hunter: pic.twitter.com/Y0ukrtlNpA

— Cameron Wolfe (@CameronWolfe) July 28, 2025

Ryan Clark gave his opinion on Hunter:

Man!!! I’m going to die on the “TRAVIS HUNTER AT CORNER FIRST” hill. He was born to do it! #Halloffametalent pic.twitter.com/NWgBpMkimb

— Ryan Clark (@Realrclark25) July 27, 2025

Vintage NFL shared a throwback of the Jaguars vs Browns 1999 primetime game:

Jaguars vs Browns (1999)
Week 15 pic.twitter.com/I3eqXYJEu3

— Vintage NFL (@NFL_vintage) July 30, 2025

A throwback from the Jags arriving home after beating the Buffalo Bills in 1996:

12/29/96 News Report

Jacksonville Jaguars defeat the Buffalo Bills and get a warm welcome back home at JIA pic.twitter.com/MbD3uRrBTq

— Random Jaguar of the Day (@JaguarsTreasury) July 29, 2025

Tom McManus’s reaction:

An awesome night! https://t.co/LxVyopjqGS

— Tom McManus (@meathead55) July 30, 2025

The Jaguars’ 2025 rookie class:

Introducing the 4th Annual JAX Rookie Class ⁰⁰#DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/YCvQeYr37v

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) July 26, 2025

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Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/2025/...-with-dance-moves-hines-allen-update-and-more