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Jacksonville Jaguars 53-Man Roster Prediction after Preseason Finale

Jacksonville Jaguars general manager James Gladstone, left, Jacksonville Jaguars is executive vice president of football operations Tony Boselli, center and Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen, right, all talk on the field after the Jacksonville Jaguars’ mandatory minicamp Tuesday June 10, 2025 at the Miller Electric Center in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]

The Jacksonville Jaguars will have until 4:00 p.m. EST on Tuesday, August 26th to cut their 90-man roster down to 53 players. In the inaugural offseason for the Liam Coen/James Gladstone/Tony Boselli regime, Jacksonville will soon receive a glimpse of how leadership views a few prior-year roster staples. But before we get to cutdown day, we have one final roster prediction for you.

* = see IR section for explanation

Quarterbacks (2): Trevor Lawrence and Nick Mullens​

In probably one of the easier roster decisions, the Jaguars roster just two quarterbacks. With Nick Mullens’ knowledge of the Liam Coen system, he gets the nod at backup quarterback.

Running backs (4): Travis Etienne, Tank Bigsby, Bhayshul Tuten, and LeQuint Allen​

While the Jaguars coaching staff hasn’t telegraphed this position group like the tight end or quarterback spots, who makes the roster seems more than clear. Travis Etienne and Tank Bigsby look to be 1A and 1B with Bhayshul Tuten as the likely heir apparent and LeQuint Allen as a strong candidate to work in on passing downs. The primary question that remains is who will be the RB to not dress on gamedays, and will there be a true week-to-week “starter” in the group?

Tight ends (4): Brenton Strange, Hunter Long, Johnny Mundt, Quintin Morris​

With the offseason release of Evan Engram and the free agent signings of Long and Mundt, the tight end room pecking order looks to be set with Strange leading the group. Long and Mundt will presumably be package or role-specific options at the TE2 spot. Hunter Long provides a decent pass-catching option along with incredible blocking ability while Mundt offers upside in the passing game. With their 2024 history of injuries in Tampa Bay, and the Jags’ wish to be versatile, I see the team going with four tight ends. Morris, in limited action, has shown a solid ability to both catch down the field and potentially contribute on special teams.

Wide receivers (5): Brian Thomas Jr, Dyami Brown, Travis Hunter, Parker Washington, Austin Trammell​

The Jaguars receiver pecking order looks clear on paper with Thomas heading up the group with Brown and Hunter. Parker Washington’s role as the WR4 seems to be a strong bet, with potential to push Dyami for the WR3 spot. However, the WR5 spot for Trammell is the one spot that feels the shakiest, with recent reports of the team reportedly discussing adding a WR4/5 option via trade. Due to his special teams value, ability out of the slot, and consistency in catching the ball when provided opportunities I’m going with Trammell over Trenton Irwin and also not rostering six receivers. However, I would not be shocked if the team added a receiver after cuts from other rosters or via trade in the coming weeks.

Offensive line (9): Walker Little, Ezra Cleveland, Robert Hainsey, Patrick Mekari, Anton Harrison, Fred Johnson, Wyatt Milum*, Jonah Monheim, Chuma Edoga​

The presumed starting five of Little, Cleveland, Hainsey, Mekari, and Harrison are obviously on the 53. Wyatt Milum, who was recently listed as week-to-week with a lower body injury and swing-tackle Cole Van Lanen’s injury status could both throw a monkey wrench into this decision. With the assumption that Milum will be healthy for week one, but Cole will be on IR, that makes 9. Jonah Monheim’s dominant preseason play clearly secured his roster spot, with the team trading away Luke Fortner to the Saints. Fred Johnson and Chuma Edoga have both had a quality game week this preseason in run blocking and wrap up the offensive line depth here.

Defensive line (9): Josh Hines-Allen, Travon Walker, Davon Hamilton, Khalen Saunders, Arik Armstead, Maason Smith, Dawuane Smoot, Emmanuel Ogbah, Austin Johnson​

The Jacksonville defensive line group looks reasonably strong on paper. Is this partly due to Arik Armstead and Maason Smith both returning to practice with early offseason injury concerns? Sure. It is also due to the Jaguars’ front four having quality depth at all four spots for the first time since maybe 2017. With the acquisition of Khalen Saunders to spell DaVon Hamilton, Smith to spell Armstead or cycle in on passing downs for Hamilton, and Ogbah and a resurgent Smoot as additional options at edge the arrow is pointing up for the potential of this group. Austin Johnson logs the final spot, with the veteran not dressing in the final matchup. If the team were to choose to go with ten linemen here, B.J. Green likely would’ve been the final choice, edging out Tyler Lacy. However, he just missed the cut with the cutoff being at 9.

Linebacker (7): Foye Oluokun, Devin Lloyd, Dennis Gardeck, Jack Kiser, Ventrell Miller, Yasir Abdullah, Chad Muma​

Foye, Lloyd, and Kiser each seem to be guaranteed roster spots, as of publishing. Dennis Gardeck’s ability to rush the passer and his special teams prowess have been on display since his return from the PUP, securing him his roster spot and potentially a starting role. Ventrell came through with a strong preseason Week two showing against the Saints, provides depth at multiple backer spots, and plays on special teams. Yasir Abdullah and Chad Muma round out the group for 2025. While Muma had a day to forget in the preseason finale, I still believe he makes the initial roster in the final season of his contract, and his special teams play. Meanwhile, I slot rookie LB Jalen McLeod, who has been injured throughout much of camp with a lower body injury to be placed on IR.

Cornerbacks (5): Tyson Campbell, Jourdan Lewis, Jarrian Jones, Montaric Brown*, Christian Braswell​

I have the team going with five cornerbacks on the initial roster, with the top four being pretty clear choices of Campbell, Lewis, and Jones. With Travis Hunter being listed with the receiver group this is effectively six rostered corners, taking up just five spots. The Montaric Brown training camp injury puts the CB5 conversation under review, as he has been listed as week-to-week for weeks with a lower body injury. It is currently unknown if he will be available early into the season or later, which opens the door for Christian Braswell and/or someone not currently on the roster. Nevertheless, Braswell has shown enough this offseason to argue that he belongs and only time will tell what the team will do, if anything concerning Buster’s injury status and role as he looks to return in this contract year after looking good early on.

Safeties (5*): Eric Murray, Andrew Wingard, Caleb Ransaw*, Darnell Savage, Rayuan Lane, Daniel Thomas​

With Eric Murray and Dewey Wingard as the starting safeties, the injury status of Caleb Ransaw gets a bright spotlight. As the third-round pick has been injured throughout much of training camp, similar to the Montaric Brown situation, the question of how long he is expected to be out becomes of major importance. If Ransaw will likely be available early in the year, then Darnell Savage’s roster spot would be in jeopardy. Savage has played little, if any special teams in Jacksonville and as a backup safety the new regime could decide to go with the younger guys there. However, without knowing the details of the week-to-week lower body injury, I lean Savage making the initial roster with Ransaw continuing to be out until known otherwise. The last two spots go to Daniel Thomas Ray Lane as heavy special teams contributors. With Dewey taking on a starting safety role, Lane could slot in into Wingard’s depth safety and special teams ace role with little potential drop-off.

Special teams (3): Cam Little, Logan Cooke, and Ross Matiscik​

Cam, Logan, and Ross are easily locked in as possibly the strongest position group on the team. As a note: I have Tank Bigsby & Parker Washington as the starting kick returners with Bhayshaul Tuten as backup. Additionally, Washington is penciled in as the starting punt returner with Austin Trammell as his backup.

Potential IR Considerations* (5): OT Cole Van Lanen, OL Myatt Milum, CB Montaric Brown, LB Jalen McLeod, S Caleb Ransaw​

These potential injured reserved options should be considered in the makeup of this 53-man roster, as no advanced injury information has been provided by the team on these players, which could considerably alter the roster decisions.

IR – Designation to Return?

• OT Cole Van Lanen was ruled out for the duration of training camp and is on a one-year deal. I have Van Lanen making the active roster and going on IR. Obviously, if he heads to IR, it would be with an eye on potentially returning if the team goes through an injury spell in the early weeks.
• OL Wyatt Milum was recently listed as week-to-week with a lower body injury after showing dominant preseason play. I have Milum making the active roster and not going on IR. If he were to head to IR without returning, the team could retain Sal Wormley or Javon Foster instead.
• CB Montaric Brown has been ruled out for training camp with a lower body injury & is on a contract year. I have Brown not going on IR due to the limited depth of the CB room and his contract year status. However, if this were to take place, he would likely be designated to return, and the team would likely look to add another corner via roster cuts or trade.

IR?

• LB Jalen McLeod has been listed as week-to-week for weeks with a lower body injury. Depending on the severity of the injury, the team could look to keep him on the initial roster just to then put him on IR the next day. I have McLeod going on IR due to the depth of the room, the limited offseason reps, and being listed week-to-week currently while on a first year of a rookie contract.
• S Caleb Ransaw was ruled out for the duration of training camp with a lower body injury. I have Ransaw going on IR due to the limited offseason reps, being listed week-to-week for weeks, while on a first year of a rookie contract.

As a secondary note, if needed, the team has significant flexibility available to them in terms of multiple rostered veterans on the final year of their contracts who may be willing to be released on cutdown day, then re-signed with the team after players have been placed on IR. Due to this, a few veterans could theoretically be released on cutdown day, while avoiding waivers, with handshake agreements in place to return to the team on the same, similar, or new contracts.

Notable Predicted Cuts:​

• WR Eli Pancol
• WR Trenton Irwin
• RB Ja’Quinden Jackson
• DT Jordan Jefferson
• DT Tyler Lacy
• DE Myles Cole
• DE BJ Green II
• CB De’Antre Prince
• S Antonio Johnson

Practice Squad Prediction: (15/17)​

• QB John Wolford
• WR Eli Pancol
• WR Trenton Irwin
• RB Ja’Quinden Jackson
• TE Shawn Bowman
• OG/OT Javon Foster
• OG Sal Wormley
• OT Ricky Lee
• NT Jordan Jefferson
• DT BJ Green
• DT Tyler Lacy
• LB Branson Combs
• CB De’Antre Prince
• CB Jabbar Muhammad
• S Cam’Ron Silmon-Craig
• Acquired from other teams’ rosters
• Acquired from other teams’ rosters

While Wolford is familiar with the offense, I also would not be surprised if the team decided to bring in an outside QB option also. Additionally, with all of the extra attention given to DT BJ Green due to his very productive preseason, I’m unsure that he would make it through waivers to the practice squad.

Roster Expectations​

While this may be the initial roster prediction, as I see it, I do not expect the roster to look this way for long. As the 2025 season progresses, I expect the team to remain aggressively active on the waiver wire for developmental depth at multiple positions such as wide receiver, cornerback, safety, offensive line, defensive tackle, and potentially quarterback. I also don’t rule out multiple trades for depth from this bold James Gladstone front office at a few positions (wide receiver and cornerback).

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...-man-roster-prediction-after-preseason-finale

 

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Jaguars Winners and Losers from Preseason Week 3: Team Shows Defensive Promise

The Jacksonville Jaguars concluded their 2025 preseason run with a 14-6 loss to the Miami Dolphins Saturday night.

Jacksonville went 0-2-1 during the preseason which is largely unimportant in the grand scheme of things. What is important is how the players and coaches performed in their final tune-up before the regular season.

Through three games, plenty of players flashed while almost as many just simply didn’t do enough to make the final 53-man roster. Especially on Saturday, a handful of defensive players might have pushed themselves over the edge and onto the final roster with their play.

WINNERS

Defense

Playing against the Miami starters, this collection of backup and reserve defenders made the Dolphins look silly to start the night.

The defense forced two three-and-outs against Tua Tagovailoa and company to open the game and even recorded a sack on the first drive from roster-riser Danny Striggow. Overall, the defense recorded six sacks and seven tackles for loss.

Outside of Striggow, a big day was had by none other than Yasir Abdullah, who had a sack and two tackles for loss. That type of performance might have even kept him on the roster. Rookie linebacker Jack Kiser (more on him below) had a big night as well and might have edged out linebacker Chad Muma on the final roster.

A lot of guys on defense who needed to have big days did. It was a much more promising end to the preseason than how the defense started out the preseason against Pittsburgh.

Danny Striggow continues to stand out for the #Jaguars this preseason as a pass-rusher.

Hell of a sack against the #Dolphins starters. He adds to his sack against the #Steelers. pic.twitter.com/jjp3G4T8i9

— Daniel Griffis (@DanDGriffis) August 23, 2025

Austin Trammell

Another guy who likely secured himself a spot on the 53 was receiver Austin Trammell, who did a little bit of everything this preseason.

Trammell ended the day as the team’s leading receiver with a trio of catches for 21 yards. He also rushed for 17 yards on two carries. He wasn’t used as a returner Saturday but he did fine in that department in previous games.

Every year, there is always one Jags receiver that people clamor for to make the edge of the receiving depth chart. This year’s guy is Trammell. Good for him.

#Jaguars GM James Gladstone on Austin Trammell (mid-game interview):

“He's a great guy to have in the room. Veteran presence, certainly goes about his business the right way and when he gets on the grass, he's not afraid to make plays."

Final cuts coming Tuesday.

— Demetrius Harvey (@Demetrius82) August 24, 2025

Jack Kiser

Someone who didn’t have to worry about getting cut, but more so about how much he would play, is Kiser.

Kiser spent the preseason battling with the incumbent Muma for PT and a spot in the linebacking corps. After Saturday, there is little reason to think that Kiser isn’t already a better option than Muma. His sack right before halftime was probably the final nail for Muma, but that’s how the NFL goes sometimes.

It looks like Kiser is going to be everything the Jags drafted him to be after an incredibly successful career at Notre Dame.

Bringing the heat

@nflnetwork #IrishInTheNFL | @JBKiser4 | @Jaguars pic.twitter.com/Z72Na8VA3j

— Notre Dame Football (@NDFootball) August 24, 2025

Reserved spot for Cam Little

It’s possible Cam Little makes the Winners list every week.

Little finished his preseason finale with two field goal makes, one from 40 and the other from 59. A 59-yard field goal is still really long, but when you have someone like Little, it feels like he’s good to kick from anywhere on the field. The previous front office regime made plenty of bad moves. Drafting Little was not at all one of them.

Cam Little 59-yard chip shot

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— NFL Network (@nflnetwork) August 24, 2025

LOSERS
Chad Muma

Speaking of bad moves, it would appear that drafting Muma in the third round of the 2022 draft was ultimately a bad call.

Muma played great his rookie year when thrust onto the scene. Nothing much has come from him since, as he’s regularly juked out of his cleats on national television. Sometimes even in cartoon form!

Kiser is a more dynamic player and a little bit younger. You can’t keep everyone, so it seems Muma is likely done in Duval.

#FFIDP Yeah, Muma not making the roster and I think he knows it. pic.twitter.com/3OYbTuTLQw

— Mike Woellert (@Mike_Woellert) August 23, 2025

Backup quarterbacks

Yes, last night was two guys fighting it out for a third quarterback spot or most likely a practice squad place. And yes it was unimpressive. But one of these guys will be staying in Duval.

There are two schools of thought on who to keep between Jacksonville-native Seth Henigan and veteran John Wolford.

Wolford has been around, is a known cerebral guy, and could provide some leadership to Trevor Lawrence (maybe, sort of, kind of right??). Henigan is an exciting young player who actually knows head coach Liam Coen from before they were in Jacksonville.

This ultimately is the least important roster decision of them all, but it still is a fun one to think about. My pick would be Henigan.

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...preseason-week-3-team-shows-defensive-promise

 

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Trade: Jaguars send offensive lineman Fred Johnson to the Eagles

The Jacksonville Jaguars are shipping veteran offensive tackle Fred Johnson back to the Philadelphia Eagles.

NFL insider Adam Schefter dropped the news Sunday evening that the Jags – who signed Johnson from the Eagles this offseason to a 1-year $1.33 million deal – are trading him back to Philly for a 2026 seventh-round pick.

Another Eagles trade: Jaguars are sending OT Fred Johnson back to Philadelphia in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round pick, per sources. Johnson now returns to the team he played for from 2022-‘24. pic.twitter.com/e5jEXujanz

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 24, 2025

This trade signifies a ton of different things for the Jags as a whole.

Firstly, it states that the team is confident in its offensive line room ahead of Tuesday’s cuts and thinks that a potential seventh-rounder down the line will be more impactful than Johnson in the short term.

The team drafted a pair of linemen in this year’s draft, signed a handful of guys, and let it all play out this preseason. With the mix of grizzled vets like Ezra Cleveland and Patrick Mekhari to go along with rookies Jonah Monheim and Wyatt Milum, this team has a decent group. This preseason proved that. The Jags haven’t had a solid offensive line in quite some time, but this trade states the coaches and front office members think they have one.

The trade is also a big vote of confidence for both starting tackles, Walker Little and Anton Harrison. Harrison is entering his third season in the league, and there might have been some question marks around him this summer, but the Johnson trade squashes any of those. Adding to the offensive line group, the team will likely now keep the injured Cole Van Lanen.

By Tuesday, it stands to reason that the offensive line group will likely consist of Little, Cleveland, Harrison, Mekhari, Milum, Monheim, Van Lanen, Robert Hainsey, and Chuma Edoga. This group could grow to an even 10 members if one position group is shrunk by a player as well.

For general manager James Gladstone, this move signifies that the wunderkid GM is always working the phone lines, even in the smallest of upside circumstances. Does trading a backup offensive tackle for a seventh-round pick set this franchise ablaze and move the needle for future success? Certainly not.

However, it does show there is a living, breathing human working in the front office in Duval who isn’t going to miss an opportunity to make his team better. If Johnson was potentially going to be cut anyway, why not see if his former team might want him back just in case?

Who knew that a late-night Sunday trade of an offensive tackle could have such an impact. But that seems to be the new way for the Jacksonville Jaguars. That should be a welcome sight for all Jaguar fans.

Pretty much this

Van Lanen & Milum's health

Edoga & Mekari also both looking solid at OG w/ positional versatility allow them to keep 8-9 OL with no depth concerns

Jimmy Stones gets a pick out of it & Johnson lands in a familiar place https://t.co/JwBEcOmy3G pic.twitter.com/rlO7IHsJd9

— 𝕋𝕣𝕒𝕧𝕚𝕤 🅓. ℍ𝕠𝕝𝕞𝕖𝕤 (@TravisDHolmes) August 24, 2025

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...-jaguars-trade-offensive-lineman-fred-johnson

 

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FanDuel Futures: Available Jaguars Bets for 2025

With the 2025 NFL regular season quickly approaching, now’s the time to get in on season-long bets.

FanDuel Sportsbook is conducting FanDuel Futures Day on Tuesday, August 26 where you can get profit boost tokens around various futures markets throughout the day. The markets will be split up throughout the day, but they will include odds to win the Super Bowl and hypothetical Super Bowl matchups, odds to make or miss the playoffs, win totals, division winners, and player milestones. Head over to FanDuel Sportsbook on Tuesday to take advantage of FanDuel Futures Day.

Here’s a rundown of relevant markets available on FanDuel.

Super Bowl winner​

Jacksonville Jaguars odds: +7000 (21st-lowest)

On one hand, it’s easy to be excited about the Jaguars’ new coaching staff when comparing them to the former regime. Doug Pederson and company did not put their players in the best position to succeed — offensive coordinator Press Taylor was incredibly predictable as a playcaller, and defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen ran a very vanilla scheme. Jacksonville was set up to fail in 2024. Now, they have hotshots Liam Coen and Grant Udinski running the offense with Vic Fangio/Brian Flores understudy Anthony Campanile heading the defense.

On the other hand, it’s easy to be concerned about the new staff compared to others across the league, largely due to their lack of experience. Coen (39 years old) has never been a head coach; Udinski (29) has never been an OC; Campanile (43) has never been a DC. Plenty of assistant coaches are also in their current roles for the first time.

Obviously, you need a roster full of great players to reach the Super Bowl, let alone win the dang thing. But betting on Jacksonville to win the big game is a bet on this coaching staff being truly special as much as anything.

To make/miss playoffs​

Jacksonville Jaguars odds: +172 to make playoffs, -215 to miss playoffs

Vegas projects the Jags to miss the playoffs in 2025. This mostly comes down to a belief that the Houston Texans will earn a top-four seed by winning the division, and the fact that the conference as a whole is so competitive with so many marquee quarterbacks (Mahomes, Jackson, Allen, Burrow, Herbert) and coaches (Reid, Harbaugh (2x), Payton, Tomlin, Vrabel, Carroll) which will make playoff berths a battle and a half.

You could make the argument that Trevor Lawrence and Coen will join those respective lists in a matter of time, but for this season, the best thing going for Jacksonville is its weak divisional opponents. Houston is the “worst” projected division winner in the AFC (behind Baltimore, Buffalo, and Kansas City) while Indianapolis and Tennessee are generally expected to pick early in the 2026 NFL Draft.

According to Sharp Football Analysis, the Jaguars have the sixth-easiest projected schedule in the league this year based on projected win totals. That could be the difference between them making the playoffs or not.

Win Totals​

Jacksonville Jaguars odds: -115 to win 8 or more games, -105 to win 7 or fewer games

We wrote more about this market here.

Divison Winners​

Jacksonville Jaguars odds: +290 to win the AFC South

With the Colts being led by former first-round flop Daniel Jones and the Titans being led by this year’s first overall pick Cam Ward, neither team projects to be a serious contender to win the division. This seems like a two-man race between the Jaguars and the Texans.

Houston boasts perhaps the NFL’s best secondary behind a scary duo of Will Anderson and Danielle Hunter up front, plus former OROY C.J. Stroud leading the offense. Their biggest on-paper weakness, by far, is their offensive line. The Texans surrendered the third-most sacks in the league last year (54) which led to something of a sophomore slump for Stroud.

Jacksonville’s offensive line is also a question mark, but if their unit ends up being “good enough” and Houston’s ends up not improving, that could be a major influence on how the top of the AFC South shakes out in 2025.

Player Milestones​

Jacksonville Jaguars odds: +140 for Trevor Lawrence to reach 4,000 passing yards, +125 for Brian Thomas Jr. to reach 1,250 receiving yards, -125 for Travis Hunter to reach 750 receiving yards, etc.

We wrote more about this market here.

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...nduel-futures-available-jaguars-bets-for-2025

 

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FanDuel Futures: Jaguars Odds to win the AFC South in 2025

With the 2025 NFL regular season quickly approaching, now’s the time to get in on season-long bets.

FanDuel Sportsbook is conducting FanDuel Futures Day on Tuesday, August 26 where you can get profit boost tokens around various futures markets throughout the day. The markets will be split up throughout the day, but they will include odds to win the Super Bowl and hypothetical Super Bowl matchups, odds to make or miss the playoffs, win totals, division winners, and player milestones. Head over to FanDuel Sportsbook on Tuesday to take advantage of FanDuel Futures Day.

Let’s do a quick rundown on how the 2025 offseason/preseason has shaken out for each AFC South team.

Houston Texans​

Odds to win the AFC South: +110

Vibes around top running back Joe Mixon are absolutely horrible. He is currently on the Non-Football Injury (NFI) list, rather than the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, as he continues to rehab from a complicated foot/ankle injury. He’ll probably miss the first four games of the season on Injured Reserve (IR) but there’s no telling if/when he’ll make a 2025 return. That leaves Houston’s running back room as a bit of a mess, with former rookie standout Dameon Pierce battling 29-year-old Nick Chubb for the lead role.

Beyond that, though, the Texans’ worst unit — offensive line — seems to be bound for improvement with a new offensive staff and second-round tackle Aireontae Erery in town. It’d be hard for that group to be any worse than it was in 2024. Former Jaguar Christian Kirk will likely be Nico Collins’ running mate at receiver, even after Houston drafted Iowa State’s Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel.

On the other side of the ball, second-year safety Calen Bullock has made his presence known throughout the offseason as a rangy ballhawk. DeMeco Ryans’ defense figures to be among the best in the league this year.

Indianapolis Colts​

Odds to win the AFC South: +340

Hold your nose: third-year head coach Shane Steichen recently announced Daniel Jones as the Colts’ starting quarterback after an offseason battle with former No. 4 overall pick Anthony Richardson. Yuck.

Jones will provide a level of consistency and competence that the Colts haven’t had at the position in a while, but that’s not exactly a high bar to clear. Indianapolis will lean on star running back Jonathan Taylor and rookie tight end Tyler Warren, who seems due for a big Year 1 role after a strong offseason, for offensive production.

The Colts have a case for being one of the most improved defenses with their hiring of Lou Anarumo to replace our old pal Gus Bradley. Unfortunately for them, though, their secondary remains razor-thin, even after turning to free agency for reinforcements.

Ben Solak noted for ESPN:

When I was at practice, none of these defensive backs practiced: starting safety Nick Cross, starting nickel Kenny Moore II , depth cornerback JuJu Brents, depth cornerback Jaylon Jones. Brents and/or Jones might become starting CBs following the season-ending injury to third-round draft pick Justin Walley (who also didn’t practice, if that bears mentioning).

… Indianapolis already had an LB2 question next to Zaire Franklin and now has a CB2 question opposite free agent addition Charvarius Ward. If injuries linger for Moore or Scott, the Colts will have a nickel question or a strong safety question, too. That’s a lot for a defense in its first season under a new coordinator (Lou Anarumo), with two new free agents still onboarding in Ward and safety Cam Bynum in a scheme that relies on communication in zone coverage more than almost any other.

Jacksonville Jaguars​

Odds to win the AFC South: +290

Offseason storylines in Jacksonville have rightfully been centered around No. 2 overall pick Travis Hunter, who is attempting to be the NFL’s first two-way player in some time. He’s practiced a bit more on offense than defense because he was more refined as a cornerback than a receiver as a prospect. It’ll be fun to see him implemented in Liam Coen’s offensive scheme, and the defense could desperately use some playmaking behind Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker up front.

Parker Washington has arguably been the biggest “winner” of the Jaguars’ training camp program. The third-year wideout won’t see a high workload on offense unless Hunter, Brian Thomas Jr., or free agent acquisition Dyami Brown misses time — but Washington is expected to be the main return man on a standout special teams unit that also features a pair of 2024 Pro Bowlers in punter Logan Cooke and long snapper Ross Matiscik. Kicker Cam Little is looking to build off his record-breaking rookie campaign and electric 70-yarder in the first week of the preseason.

There have been whispers of a looming trade considering the depth of Jacksonville’s running back room. Travis Etienne is a fantastic albeit rarely healthy player, and Tank Bigsby is a sturdy rusher but doesn’t contribute much on passing downs. Perhaps one of them will be moved to make room on the roster for rookies Bhayshul Tuten, who’s looked great during preseason action, and LeQuint Allen, who’s already the best pass-protector in the unit.

“We’ve seen great things from all four of those guys,” Coen said recently, “knowing that it’s going to be darn near impossible to have four with a jersey on gameday. That’s the challenge that we have to work through … we’ve got some work to do over the next few weeks here before Carolina to figure out who’s going get a jersey, and special teams has a lot to do with that as well.”

The Jaguars have been mixing and matching offensive line groupings to determine the best five starters. The fact that they traded away Fred Johnson is perhaps a sign that they like the depth there.

It’s difficult to project much from the other side of the ball since we’ve never seen defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile call plays before. That said, it’s been encouraging to see: free agent cornerback Jourdan Lewis shining during camp, defensive ends Hines-Allen and Walker looking loose after being asked to put on weight last year, and defensive tackles Arik Armstead and Maason Smith returning from their respective injuries.

Perhaps the biggest question concerning the Jaguars’ roster is who will start at safety next to free agent pickup Eric Murray. It seems that the job is Andrew Wingard’s to lose.

I highly recommend Travis’ 53-man roster projection for further insight into the Jaguars’ offseason.

Tennessee Titans​

Odds to win the AFC South: +700

It’s been an up-and-down offseason for No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward, though that’s to be expected for any rookie passer. He has improved throughout the preseason. His pass-catching options beyond former Jaguar Calvin Ridley are mundane, but Tennessee’s ground game could be feasible with reliable veteran Tony Pollard running behind an underrated offensive line. Scat back Tyjae Spears is in a boot with a high ankle sprain — his Week 1 availability is uncertain.

Star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons scuffled with Ward during a training camp practice, but the latter didn’t mind. “It was fun, and I think it was what we needed. We love competing, just with me and Jeff, and I’m excited to have that man as my teammate.”

The Titans have a solid defensive coordinator in Dennard Wilson, a Mike MacDonald disciple, but it remains to be seen if there’s enough talent on that side of the ball to make any kind of noise. Last year’s top free agent signing, L’Jarius Sneed, finished the season on IR with a 36.3 PFF grade. Simmons is the only thing close to being a household name on that side of the ball, though rookie safety Kevin Winston Jr. and second-year ‘backer Credic Gray have played well in the preseason.

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...res-jaguars-odds-to-win-the-afc-south-in-2025

 

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Jaguars Reveal Initial 53-Man Roster

Jacksonville Jaguars general manager James Gladstone, left, Jacksonville Jaguars is executive vice president of football operations Tony Boselli, center and Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen, right, all talk on the field after the Jacksonville Jaguars’ mandatory minicamp Tuesday June 10, 2025 at the Miller Electric Center in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]

4 p.m. has come and gone and the Jacksonville Jaguars have completed their roster reduction from 90 to 53 players. In the Liam Coen/James Gladstone/Tony Boselli inaugural offseason, Jacksonville fans received a pretty clear look at how leadership viewed some of the prior years’ acquisitions…and ummm. Well, you tell me.

Here is your 2025 Jacksonville Jaguars initial 53-man roster.

Quarterbacks (2): Trevor Lawrence and Nick Mullens​

In probably one of the easier roster decisions, the Jaguars roster just two quarterbacks. With Nick Mullens’ knowledge of the Liam Coen system, he gets the nod at backup quarterback. The team released John Wolford and waived Seth Henigan in this room.

Running backs (4): Travis Etienne, Tank Bigsby, Bhayshul Tuten, and LeQuint Allen​

Travis Etienne and Tank Bigsby look to be 1A and 1B with Bhayshul Tuten as the likely heir apparent to Etienne and LeQuint Allen as a strong candidate to sprinkle in on passing downs. The team waived rookies Ja’Quinden Jackson and recently signed Kevin Harris.

Tight ends (3): Brenton Strange, Hunter Long, Johnny Mundt​

Brenton Strange leads the group with Long and Mundt as backup options with familiarity in the offense. The team waived Quintin Morris, Patrick Herbert, John Copenhaver and Shawn Bowman while going with only three tight ends on the 53.

Wide receivers (5): Brian Thomas Jr, Dyami Brown, Travis Hunter, Parker Washington, Austin Trammell​

Brian Thomas Jr, Travis Hunter, Dyami Brown, and Parker Washington seem to be a strong four in this Jacksonville receiving core. Austin Trammell is a strong WR5 option who offers much in the special teams area also. The team waived Chandler Brayboy, Cam Camper, Darius Lassiter, and Dorian Singer, while releasing Trenton Irwin. Eli Pancol was also waived, injured.

Offensive line (9): Walker Little, Ezra Cleveland, Robert Hainsey, Patrick Mekari, Anton Harrison, Wyatt Milum, Jonah Monheim, Chuma Edoga​

The presumed starting five of Little, Cleveland, Hainsey, Mekari, and Harrison make the 53, with Wyatt Milum and Jonah Monheim both in the fold after dominant preseasons. Chuma Edoga and Cole Van Lanen offer a veteran presence with positional versatility. The team traded away Fred Johnson while releasing Tremayne Anchrum, and waiving Sal Wormley, Ricky Lee, 2024 fourth-round pick Javon Foster, and Jerome Carvin.

Defensive ends (11): Josh Hines-Allen, Travon Walker, Dawuane Smoot, Emmanuel Ogbah, B.J. Green, Danny Striggow, Davon Hamilton, Khalen Saunders, Austin Johnson, Arik Armstead, Maason Smith​

In the Jaguars’ deepest defensive line grouping arguably since 2017, Jacksonville surprisingly keeps both rookie defensive linemen Danny Striggow and BJ Green. With the acquisition of Khalen Saunders to spell DaVon Hamilton, 2024 fourth-round pick Jordan Jefferson became the odd man out. Green and Striggow both edged out Tyler Lacy. In total, the team waived Jordan Jefferson, Tyler Lacy, Keivie Rose, and James Carpenter.

Linebacker (6): Foye Oluokun, Devin Lloyd, Dennis Gardeck, Jack Kiser, Ventrell Miller, Yasir Abdullah​

Foye, Miller, and Kiser each looked to have strong holds on their roster roles, with Devin Lloyd’s spot on the roster solely in limbo only if he were to be traded. Dennis Gardeck’s abilities to rush the passer, play Sam linebacker, and contribute on special teams have been on display since his return from the PUP list, securing him his roster spot and potentially a starting role. Yasir Abdullah rounds out the group with a quality preseason rushing the passer. The Jaguars waived 2022 third-round pick Chad Muma, waived Branson Combs, and placed rookie Jalen McLeod on injured reserve/designated to return.

Cornerbacks (5): Tyson Campbell, Jourdan Lewis, Jarrian Jones, Montaric Brown, Christian Braswell​

The team will go “light” with five cornerbacks on the initial roster, with the top four being pretty clear choices of Campbell, Lewis, and Jones. With Travis Hunter being listed with the receiver group this effectively results in six rostered corners, taking up just five spots. The jury is still out on the severity of Montaric Brown’s training camp injury. However, with the team opting not to place Brown on IR, the assumed prognosis should be favorable. The team waived De’Antre Prince, Keni-H Lovely, Jabbar Muhammed, and Aydan White.

Safeties (5): Eric Murray, Andrew Wingard, Darnell Savage, Rayuan Lane, Antonio Johnson​

With Eric Murray and Dewey Wingard slotted as the starting safeties, those two make the roster with Ray Lane and Antonio Johnson both making the initial cut presumably on the back of solid special teams play. Third-round safety Caleb Ransaw has been injured throughout much of training camp, being week-to-week with a lower-body injury. With that information, the team opted to shut the rookie down for the year, placing Ransaw on season-ending IR, and opening a void for Darnell Savage to fill the final slot. The team waived Cam’Ron Silmon-Craig and Doneiko Slaughter, while releasing special teams ace and backup safety Daniel Thomas.

Special teams (3): Cam Little, Logan Cooke, and Ross Matiscik​

Cam, Logan, and Ross are easily locked in as the strongest position group on the team.

Notable Cuts:​

• LB Chad Muma (2022 3rd round)
• OL Javon Foster (2024 4th round)
• DT Jordan Jefferson (2024 4th round)
• DT Tyler Lacy (2023 4th round)
• CB De’Antre Prince (2024 5th round)
• S Daniel Thomas (2020 5th round)
• DE Myles Cole (2024 7th round)
• WR Eli Pancol (waived, injured)
• WR Trenton Irwin
• TE Quintin Morris
• RB Ja’Quinden Jackson

So by my count, at least 26 of the players that made the Jags 53 man roster last August are no longer here…..26..,,. and that number could go a bit higher… That is crazy.

— Hacker (@RyanGreen1010XL) August 26, 2025

What are your thoughts on the James Gladstone, Liam Coen inaugural 53-man roster, Duval? Were there any surprising cuts from your perspective? Let us know in the comments!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacksonville-jaguars-roster/76487/jaguars-reveal-initial-53-man-roster

 

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Jacksonville Jaguars All-Time Team: Vote on Defensive Backs

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 Cornerbacks.

Aaron Beasley (1996-01)​

Stats: 279 tackles, 42 pass deflections, 15 interceptions, 7 forced fumbles, 35 Approximate Value

Bio: A third-round pick in 1996, Beasley quickly earned a starting role in Jacksonville’s secondary. His best season came in 1999, when he intercepted 6 passes and returned 2 for touchdowns to help the Jaguars reach the AFC Championship Game. Beasley spent six seasons in Jacksonville and still ranks among the franchise leaders in career interceptions.

Fernando Bryant (1999-03)​

Stats: 296 tackles, 48 pass deflections, 5 interceptions, 0 forced fumbles, 31 Approximate Value

Bio: Drafted 26th overall in 1999, Bryant stepped in as a rookie starter on one of the league’s top defenses. A smooth cover corner, he started 75 games over five seasons in Jacksonville and helped stabilize the secondary during a transition period. While he never made a Pro Bowl, Bryant was a dependable presence throughout his tenure.

Rashean Mathis (2003-12)​

Stats: 520 tackles, 104 pass deflections, 30 interceptions, 6 forced fumbles, 68 Approximate Value

Bio: A second-round pick in 2003, Mathis became the most accomplished cornerback in franchise history. He earned Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors in 2006 by hauling in a career-high 8 interceptions. Mathis played 10 seasons in Jacksonville, starting 129 games, and still holds team records for interceptions, passes defensed, and defensive touchdowns.

Jalen Ramsey (2016-19)​

Stats: 210 tackles, 45 pass deflections, 9 interceptions, 2 forced fumbles, 34 Approximate Value

Bio: Selected fifth overall in 2016, Ramsey was billed as a generational talent at cornerback — and delivered on that promise. He earned two Pro Bowls and a First-Team All-Pro nod in just three and a half seasons in Jacksonville while anchoring the defense during the team’s 2017 AFC Championship run. Though his tenure ended in a high-profile trade request, Ramsey remains one of the most talented players to ever wear a Jaguars uniform.

A.J. Bouye (2017-19)​

Stats: 175 tackles, 34 pass deflections, 8 interceptions, 0 forced fumbles, 22 Approximate Value

Bio: Signed in free agency in 2017, Bouye teamed with Ramsey to form one of the NFL’s most dominant cornerback duos. He earned Pro Bowl and Second-Team All-Pro honors in his first season after intercepting 6 passes and allowing just 1 touchdown all year. Bouye spent three seasons in Jacksonville and was a key piece of the 2017 “Sacksonville” squad.

Tyson Campbell (2021-present)​

Stats: 262 tackles, 36 pass deflections, 6 interceptions, 2 forced fumbles, 20 Approximate Value

Bio: Drafted in the second round in 2021, Campbell quickly developed into a reliable starter and emerged as one of the AFC’s top young cornerbacks by his second season. He recorded 3 interceptions and 15 passes defensed in 2022, helping lead the Jaguars to the playoffs. While injuries limited his 2023 season, Campbell remains a cornerstone of Jacksonville’s secondary.

Time to vote!


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

Donovin Darius (1998-06)​

Stats: 618 tackles, 46 pass deflections, 14 interceptions, 7 forced fumbles, 52 Approximate Value

Bio: A first-round pick in 1998, Darius was the enforcer of Jacksonville’s secondary for nearly a decade. Known for his physicality and intimidating presence at strong safety, he started 115 games over nine seasons. Darius ranks among the franchise’s all-time leaders in tackles and forced fumbles and is remembered as one of the hardest hitters in team history.

Deon Grant (2004-06)​

Stats: 191 tackles, 27 pass deflections, 7 interceptions, 0 forced fumbles, 22 Approximate Value

Bio: Signed in 2005, Grant brought stability and leadership to the free safety spot. He started every game across three seasons in Jacksonville, recording 10 interceptions and helping the team reach the playoffs in 2005 and 2007. Grant departed in free agency in 2008 but was a key piece of the Jaguars’ mid-2000s defense.

Johnathan Cyprien (2013-16)​

Stats: 452 tackles, 15 pass deflections, 2 interceptions, 4 forced fumbles, 23 Approximate Value

Bio: Drafted in the second round in 2013, Cyprien started 60 games at strong safety over four seasons in Jacksonville. A hard-hitting run defender, he led the team in tackles multiple times. Cyprien left in free agency in 2017, remembered as a durable if erratic presence in the secondary.

Tashaun Gipson (2016-18)​

Stats: 159 tackles, 16 pass deflections, 6 interceptions, 0 forced fumbles, 19 Approximate Value

Bio: Signed in free agency in 2016, Gipson brought playmaking ability and range to Jacksonville’s secondary. He started 48 games over three seasons, intercepting 6 passes and earning a Pro Bowl alternate nod in 2017 during the Jaguars’ AFC Championship run. Gipson’s veteran leadership helped solidify one of the league’s most talented defenses.

Time to vote!


Last week: Linebackers / Later this week: Special Teams

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...jaguars-all-time-team-vote-on-defensive-backs

 

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Trade: Jaguars acquire WR Tim Patrick from the Lions

The Jacksonville Jaguars boast a receiver room that features second-year star Brian Thomas Jr., No. 2 overall pick Travis Hunter, free agent pickup Dyami Brown, and training camp highlight machine Parker Washington.

Beyond those names, a handful of undrafted free agents and veteran players competed this offseason for a spot on the bottom of the depth chart. It turns out that general manager James Gladstone and the Jaguars wished to strengthen the position group by acquiring a new name.

Jacksonville traded a 2026 sixth-round pick to the Detroit Lions for Tim Patrick, as first reported by NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. The deal is now official pending a physical.

Welcome to Jacksonville, Tim Patrick! @Tpstreets pic.twitter.com/kO0D38gIgB

— Nash Henry (@NashJagsNats22) August 27, 2025

Some info on the newest Jaguar from the team PR:

Patrick originally entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Baltimore Ravens in 2017 and spent parts of his rookie season with the Ravens, San Francisco 49ers and Denver Broncos but did not appear in a game. His career totals include 176 receptions for 2,403 yards and 15 touchdowns in 71 games (46 starts) for the Broncos (2018-23) and Detroit Lions (2024). Patrick appeared in 16 games (nine starts) with the Lions last season and totaled 33 receptions for 394 yards and three touchdowns.

The San Diego, Calif., native played collegiately at Utah from 2014-16 after transferring from Grossmont College. He appeared in 21 games for the Utes and registered 61 receptions for 888 yards and five touchdowns.

“Really excited about the addition of Tim Patrick,” Gladstone said at Wednesday’s scheduled media availability. “He is somebody that from afar, both Liam [Coen], myself, the coaching staff, the scouting staff, has really appreciated his game.”

“I think anybody who does their homework on Tim Patrick understands that he’s never had an easy path. He’s always had to overcome obstacles. The only thing he communicated to us after this decision was made, he’s ready to earn every op that lies in front. When he’s got that hunger that he can provide obviously from a veteran presence to a room who definitely has, up until Dyami [Brown], a lot of youth, a lot of inexperience in comparison.”

“The idea of building out a basketball team with not only the wide receiver room, but multiple position groups, that can be very helpful, right? Not the same, exact genre across the group. That can be something that, when you talk with Liam, being able to artfully design plays to tap into those skill sets is something that he gets creative juices from. So that was something that was really exciting about the addition of Tim, knowing that he brings something that we don’t currently have.”

What Tim brings is a big, strong frame with excellent blocking ability (he ranked 9th among 59 qualifying wideouts in PFF run block grade in 2024). Thomas Jr. was previously the only Jaguars receiver over six feet tall, though he has a slender frame. Patrick, standing at 6’ 4” and 212 pounds, offers a new dimension for Coen’s offense.

The Jaguars previously attempted to trade for second-year pro Devaughn Vele (6’ 5”, 210 pounds), who was dealt from the Denver Broncos to the New Orleans Saints late last week. Denver coach Sean Payton name-dropped Jacksonville as one of three teams that were in the mix.

Austin Trammel, who made the Jaguars’ initial 53-man roster on Tuesday as the fifth and final receiver, will be waived. Expect him to return to the practice squad if another team doesn’t claim him.

What are your thoughts on the trade, Jaguars fans? Let us know in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...jaguars-acquire-wr-tim-patrick-from-the-lions

 

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‘It’s time to win some football games’: James Gladstone press conference takeaways

And just like that, the preseason is over.

Less than 72 hours after the Jacksonville Jaguars’ 14-6 defeat to the Miami Dolphins in their final warmup game, the 53-man roster for the 2025 regular season is set. General Manager James Gladstone took to the podium on Wednesday to discuss a range of topics; here are some of the big takeaways:

‘Eye Opening’​

James Gladstone said they had many deep conversations when it came to the 53 man roster. Says the players put in a ton of effort. He also said he learned some lessons that will help him moving forward. ⁦@1010XL⁩ pic.twitter.com/UkBpBBbC7g

— Rick Ballou (@Ballou1010xl) August 27, 2025

Whilst Gladstone has ‘been in the room’ as part of the Los Angeles Rams front office the past few years, this was the first season where he was the man in charge. And no part of the season is tougher for a general manager than roster cuts on deadline day, where a franchise can be telling close to forty players their services are no longer required. Asked about the challenges of whittling down the roster to 53, Gladstone was candid:

“I know that for the first time actually to be the person to have to walk through that with guys, it was certainly eye-opening in a way that I just didn’t have the experience to point back to. So certainly, some lessons that I will be able to apply moving forward to continue to level up in that space, that I look forward to doing when that time comes again. But very much appreciate anybody who stepped into this building and participated over the course of the last few weeks in training camp to give ourselves a really good position here moving into the regular season, where we feel like we’re becoming the best version of the 2025 Jaguars at the right time.”

Gladstone referred to the ‘weight’ of having to release a player who had ‘put in a ton of effort and energy into giving their best to this organization’ and how seriously he took that responsibility. Nevertheless, he’s excited about the group that remains, frequently mentioning their physicality and mental fortitude.

New-Look Jaguars​

"It's a great group and nobody is pigeonholed to a singular spot."

GM James Gladstone on the offensive line's versatility#DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/5ohTRm6nMk

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) August 27, 2025

There’s been a lot of change in Jacksonville since the end of last season. Gladstone was asked if it was intentional that half the final roster wasn’t on the team last year:

“That’s a cool question. I think it wasn’t something you intentionally set out on saying, hey, we’re going to turnover this percentage or this number of the roster. It was an organic approach. I think, when you have high demands for players and expectations and standards, it can become easier to sift through who makes the most sense moving forward and who makes the most sense being here. Certainly excited about the group we got at the moment, but can’t say it was with any intent to get to a certain number or percentage of roster turnover.”

Gladstone has also valued versatility when recruiting this offseason. This is evident in the makeup of the offensive line, which the GM acknowledged – but he’s also keen to point out the positional fluidity of other groups on the team too:

“Just like I pointed to wide receiver, the defensive end group, as I just work through, hey, what does it look like at each of these position groups and how they’re constructed, the thing that jumps out across the offensive line is the versatility. Obviously, with the fact that you’ve got guys that can swing from left to right, guard to tackle, guard to center. It’s a great group, and nobody’s pigeonholed to a singular spot with that in mind. That obviously gives you the luxury on game day to feel like you’re not pigeonholed and that you’re not going to be tight. The fact that we ended up addressing that position group so heavily throughout the offseason gave us a lot of confidence, a lot of competition, and that obviously led to a lot of growth. We’re really jacked about the progression that we saw from a number of the guys returning, a number of the guys that we added. Then obviously we were able to make some moves and leverage that depth through some of the recent trades.”

Diverse Run Game​

The Jaguars plan to keep 4 RBs and use a committee approach, per @DanGrazianoESPN

Travis Etienne Jr. – screen game
Tank Bigsby – physical pounder/short-yardage
Bhayshul Tuten – home run threat
LeQuint Allen Jr. – third-down back pic.twitter.com/BeY9vlQI4C

— SleeperNFL (@SleeperNFL) August 4, 2025

Perhaps the biggest unknown on the Jaguars’ offense this year is the utilization of the running backs. With four on the final roster, most expect Travis Etienne and Tank Bigsby to be sharing the brunt of the workload. But the performances of rookies Bhayshul Tuten and LeQuint Allen have turned heads. Gladstone was keen to give his coach a wide portfolio to work with, as he had done in his previous stop:

“Pretty juiced up about the fact that we’ve got four running backs who we feel very confident in. Obviously, as you think about what Liam deployed in Tampa Bay, it was a committee approach, and we look forward to bringing that to life here in Jacksonville and making sure that everybody gets the ops that they deserve in a way that contributes to a successful outcome for us. But each of those guys has a role right here and now, and that will continue to shape itself over the course of the season. Obviously, knowing we’re going to run the ball, the idea of attrition isn’t a stretch to think shows itself, and the fact that we have four guys that we feel confident in, trust in, is a really good thing. Excited about where it’s at, excited to see where it goes.”

Perhaps the Jaguars weren’t as confident in the depth at receiver, with rumors of the team looking to add another name to the group after league-wide cuts. Sure enough, we saw the trade with the Detroit Lions for Tim Patrick Wednesday morning, adding another weapon for Trevor Lawrence. Gladstone was delighted with the acquisition:

“Really excited about the addition of Tim Patrick. He is somebody that from afar, both Liam [Head Coach Liam Coen], myself, the coaching staff, the scouting staff, has really appreciated his game. We talk about the idea of being mentally and physically tough, like I just pointed to, and I used the phrase ‘intangibly rich’ a lot. I think anybody who does their homework on Tim Patrick understands that he’s never had an easy path. He’s always had to overcome obstacles. The only thing he communicated to us after this decision was made, he’s ready to earn every op [opportunity] that lies in front. When he’s got that hunger that he can provide obviously from a veteran presence to a room who definitely has, up until Dyami [Brown], a lot of youth, a lot of inexperience in comparison. The idea of building out a basketball team with not only the wide receiver room, but multiple position groups, that can be very helpful, right? Not the same, exact genre across the group. That can be something that, when you talk with Liam, being able to artfully design plays to tap into those skill sets is something that he gets creative juices from. So that was something that was really exciting about the addition of Tim, knowing that he brings something that we don’t currently have in that space.”

Ready for Week 1​

"It's time to win some football games."#DUUUVAL pic.twitter.com/1fUYEhyGMa

— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) August 27, 2025

Gladstone fielded a range of other questions, from Caleb Ransaw landing on IR to the usage of Travis Hunter and how his two-way ability adjusted his roster-building mindset. But ultimately, all of the offseason has built up to the next few months, beginning with a Week 1 home game against the Carolina Panthers in ten days time. When asked about his feelings of building a Jaguars’ team in his own image, Gladstone was thinking about one thing only:

“That’s certainly a neat thing, but at the end of the day, I think from my vantage point, it’s time to win some football games. That’s really where my focus has fallen, and that’s where the fulfillment will actually come.”

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...es-james-gladstone-press-conference-takeaways

 

[Jacksonville Jaguars]

YETI expands its product line of Jaguars drinkware

YETI has partnered up with Fanatics to offer 27 new options of barware and drinkware products with custom team-specific colors.

Available products include the Rambler 18 oz. Bottle, 42 oz. Straw Mug, 20 oz. Tumbler, 16 oz. Stackable Cup, Flask, and the Colster Can Cooler, which will be available in all custom team colors across NFL, NCAA, MLB and NHL licenses. Custom hard coolers, including the Roadie 15, Roadie 32 Wheeled Cooler and the iconic Tundra 45, available in white and featuring NFL, MLB and more than 50 NCAA collegiate team logos, will go on sale later this fall.

I already have the Rambler 42 oz Straw Mug — big fan of putting smoothies in there — and I’m planning to snag a Rambler 20 oz Water Bottle as well.

The products are available for purchase on Fanatics.com, its network of partner sites, and select stadium and other retail stores.

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...aguars-products-that-you-should-buy-right-now

 

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Jacksonville Jaguars All-Time Team: Vote on Special Teams Players

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 Kicker.

Mike Hollis (1995-01)​

Stats: 175 field goals made, 80.6% field goal percentage, 98.8% extra point percentage, 23 Approximate Value

Bio: An original Jaguar, Hollis served as the team’s kicker from 1995 to 2001 and remains among the most accurate in franchise history. He scored over 700 points during his Jacksonville career and set a then-team record with a 59-yard field goal in 2001. Hollis still ranks among the franchise leaders in field goals made and points scored.

Josh Scobee (2004-14)​

Stats: 235 field goals made, 80.8% field goal percentage, 98.4% extra point percentage, 32 Approximate Value

Bio: Drafted in the fifth round in 2004, Scobee became one of the most clutch kickers in team history. He made 235 career field goals with the Jaguars, including a franchise-record 59-yarder in 2010 to beat the Colts. Scobee played 11 seasons in Jacksonville, finishing as the franchise’s all-time leading scorer.

Josh Lambo (2017-21)​

Stats: 76 field goals made, 91.6% field goal percentage, 90.1% extra point percentage, 18 Approximate Value

Bio: Signed midseason in 2017, Lambo immediately stabilized the kicking game and became one of the most accurate kickers in the NFL. He connected on 76 of 80 field goals during his first three seasons in Jacksonville, including a perfect 19-for-19 in 2019. Injuries derailed his later years, but at his peak, Lambo was among the most reliable kickers in team history.

Time to vote!

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

Bryan Barker (1995-00)​

Stats: 19,849 punt yards, 43.5 yards per punt, 37.2 net yards per punt, 15 Approximate Value

Bio: The Jaguars’ first punter, Barker joined the team in 1995 and held the role for seven seasons. Known for his consistency and directional accuracy, he punted over 500 times for Jacksonville and played a key role in the team’s playoff runs of the late ’90s.

Logan Cooke (2018-present)​

Stats: 22,188 punt yards, 47.4 yards per punt, 43.6 net yards per punt, 20 Approximate Value

Bio: Drafted in 2018, Cooke quickly established himself as one of the NFL’s best young punters. He set multiple franchise records for net average and he pinned opponents inside the 20 with regularity. Cooke’s steady leg and ability to flip field position make him a valuable weapon in Jacksonville.

Chris Hanson (2001-06)​

Stats: 18,190 punt yards, 42.9 yards per punt, 35.9 net yards per punt, 14 Approximate Value

Bio: Hanson punted for the Jaguars from 2001 to 2006, serving as the team’s primary punter during the mid-2000s. He is best remembered for his role in the infamous “chopping wood” locker room incident in 2003, but on the field, he averaged over 42 yards per punt across six seasons.

Time to vote!

And here are the nominees for Jacksonville’s All-Time Long Snapper.

Joe Zelenka (2001-08)​

Stats: 128 games played, 4 Approximate Value

Bio: Jacksonville’s long snapper from 2001 to 2008, Zelenka was a model of consistency and durability. He played in 128 consecutive games for the Jaguars and became a trusted part of the special teams battery for nearly a decade.

Carson Tinker (2013-16, 2018)​

Stats: 69 games played, 4 Approximate Value

Bio: Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2013, Tinker handled long snapping duties for six seasons in Jacksonville. He was reliable in both field goal and punt situations and remained a respected locker-room presence through multiple coaching staffs.

Ross Matiscik (2020-present)​

Stats: 84 games played, 7 Approximate Value

Bio: Joining the Jaguars in 2020, Matiscik quickly earned the long snapper job and has held it ever since. Dependable and consistent, he has been a steady contributor to the kicking and punting units while also playing a role in kick coverage. He and Cooke each earned Pro Bowl and second-team All-Pro honors in 2024.

Time to vote!

Finally, here are the nominees for Jacksonville’s All-Time Return Specialist.

Reggie Barlow (1996-00)​

Stats: 1,581 punt return yards, 10.8 yards per punt return, 1,634 kick return yards, 23.3 yards per kick return

Bio: Primarily a return specialist, Barlow handled both punt and kick return duties for the Jaguars from 1997 to 2000. He scored the first punt return touchdown in franchise history and still ranks among the team leaders in combined return yards. His explosiveness on special teams made him a true weapon during Jacksonville’s playoff years.

Brian Witherspoon (2008-09)​

Stats: 270 punt return yards, 11.3 yards per punt return, 1,818 kick return yards, 23.9 yards per kick return

Bio: An undrafted rookie in 2008, Witherspoon made an immediate impact as a kick returner. He set a then-franchise record with 1,374 kick return yards that season and finished third in the NFL in average yards per return. Though his time in Jacksonville was brief, he remains one of the most productive single-season returners in team history.

Jamal Agnew (2021-23)​

Stats: 423 punt return yards, 8.5 yards per punt return, 1,463 kick return yards, 25.2 yards per kick return

Bio: Signed in 2021, Agnew brought elite return ability and versatility to Jacksonville’s special teams. He scored touchdowns on both kick and punt returns with the Jaguars, including a 109-yard missed field goal return in 2021 that tied the NFL record for the longest play ever. Agnew also contributed as a gadget player on offense, but his biggest impact was in the return game, where he was one of the most dangerous threats in the league.

Time to vote!

Last week: Defensive Backs / Next week: We reveal the full All-Time Team

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...s-all-time-team-vote-on-special-teams-players

 

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Exclusive: A Day in the Life of NFL Award-Winning Photographer Logan Bowles

Logan Bowles with rookie Travis Hunter at the Jaguars’ Media Day

Logan Bowles did not have aspirations of becoming a professional photographer when he was younger. With a photography career spanning over a decade, he has created an impressive portfolio, featuring multiple pictures in the NFL Hall of Fame and international publications. Bowles strives to create something bigger than himself and the subject matter of his art, weaving together unspoken stories through his camera lens. The Jacksonville native and lifelong Jaguars fan gave me a glimpse into his world by allowing me to shadow him at the Jaguars’ Media Day, where he discussed his career and fandom.

With players set to arrive around 8:30, it was an early start to the day at EverBank Stadium. After checking in and making our way upstairs, Logan began to work. With over 20 media days under his belt, this is like second nature to him. Due to start times that run from 6 am to 11 am, preparation begins weeks in advance. The league sends a template of poses and the necessary shots to various outlets, including Fox, CBS, and NBC, to create graphics, ads, and social media posts. The template includes a style guide and technical specs. The list and research required for the non-Jacksonville teams is shorter, as Bowles aids in capturing every Jaguars player.

Since it is rare for a media day to go smoothly, he ensures that his cameras, camera batteries, and lenses are ready to go. After camera prep, testing lights and flashes, taping cords down, checking the laptop setup, and syncing both stations, we are prepared for the players to arrive. When center Robert Hainsey steps in front of the camera, the room comes alive. Despite a DJ and players screaming while recording hype videos behind the curtain, Bowles controls his station with prompts such as “smile, cross your arms, uncross your arms.” His research comes in handy when speaking to players who appear uncomfortable in front of the camera.

Asking questions about where they went to school, their families, and tattoos, the ease with which he creates rapport with players is that of a consummate professional. When talking with Logan, he stressed the importance of treating players like normal people and being personable so he can make them look as good as possible. As the day progresses, Bowles has captured pictures of 46 Jaguars, including Trevor Lawrence, Travis Hunter, Foye Oluokun, Josh Hines-Allen, Logan Cooke, and Brian Thomas Jr. Once the players are done, the shots are sorted into specific folders, containing both JPEG and raw images, for the teams and league to edit.

After experiencing his tenth Jaguars Media Day, Logan opened up about the man behind the camera. Despite wanting to be in the stands to offer support, he discovered a love for documenting and telling stories. Drawing inspiration from Duval County, Bowles has photographed nearly every sport imaginable, including football, soccer, basketball, skateboarding, surfing, softball, baseball, and a Call of Duty tournament at Disney. His diverse experience, the importance of continually learning, never settling, and ensuring that the following image is better than the last, along with the knowledge that there is always someone better behind him, prevents him from becoming complacent and pushes the constant evolution of his craft.

While the research and shots requested by the NFL for media day are similar to game day, there are some slight differences. Photographers arrive at the stadium a minimum of three hours early, except for bigger games like Monday Night Football and the Super Bowl, they arrive seven to eight hours early. When asked, the importance of staying locked in, knowing his medium, and making educated guesses was noted. The prep work, consisting of checking in and connecting, is more intense because a picture is transmitted from the camera to the desk in roughly 15 seconds, edited, and then posted within one minute. Images have to be chosen quickly, and the atmosphere can be chaotic. To personally prepare for the potential chaos, Bowles takes a quiet moment for himself, texts his mom, and refrains from eating beforehand.

Bowles never wants to let down the people who took a chance on him. While on the sidelines, Logan remains neutral and does not get emotionally invested. He’s there to capture moments and do a job. He stated that it is not hard to focus, that he was told early on by Paul Figura to disconnect and treat people with respect. It would be disrespectful not to treat his position as a job because it is his career, not a hobby. I asked if there were any misconceptions that he would like to address to those who consider professional photographers hobbyists, and he reiterated that it is a business. The NFL is a billion-dollar business that contracts him to shoot images. No matter the scale of recognition, from airports to trading cards, Logan Bowles thinks it is “always cool” to stumble across his work in the wild.

Atlanta holds a special place for Bowles. His first NFL picture was taken there; he has shot a Super Bowl, a National Championship, an SEC Championship, and the Chick-fil-A Bowl in the stadium. Part of his family lived in the city, and his two Hall of Fame pictures were captured in Atlanta. Logan was at home when he received a phone call from Canton, Ohio, informing him that his picture, “Take Off for Six”, had won the Action Category during the 50th Annual NFL Hall of Fame. To set himself up to catch Julio Jones diving, Bowles kneeled between two people by the pylon. His second Hall of Fame win, “Together As One” from the 2023 season, took home first place in the Feature Category. Like with the first win, he was confident that it was worth waiting to capture that moment because you can tell when something is good.

With the diversity of his craft, Bowles finds himself on the road often. This upcoming football season alone, he is scheduled to shoot roughly 50 games. One week requires him to travel to Baltimore on Thursday, Charlotte on Friday, and Jacksonville on Saturday. How does someone with that schedule manage to relax and achieve a work-life balance? When asked, Logan admitted that while he needs to be better at making that balance, he finds solace in watching sports, the movie Friday, and laughing with his friends. He noted that his favorite off-field moment was a road trip with his friend Travis for the Jaguars’ Divisional Round Playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs in 2023.

While he has photographed every Jaguars draft pick since 2016, Bowles was with Trevor Lawrence the night he was drafted, and flew back to Jacksonville with him on a private jet. Logan mentioned the character that Lawrence displayed and how humble he was. Bowles also had an encounter with Jags legends Fred Taylor and Mark Brunell after taking a red eye to London. The two were standing at the valet service when Logan stumbled out of his taxi. It was the first time he was on a first-name basis with Taylor. The conversation naturally flowed to Jags players past and present that get overlooked during the “greats of the franchise” conversation. Bowles nominated David Garrard, Rashean Mathis, Ross Matiscik, and Logan Cooke as names that are not discussed enough.

Before his mindset shifted from wanting to be a fan in the stands to preferring the sidelines, the lifelong Jaguars fan was a season ticket holder for seven seasons. With the vantage point that few have, he has witnessed the journey of the Jaguars from the franchise’s inception to today, both as a fan and a professional. Logan mentioned how loud The Bank was in 2023 while “Never Scared” by Bone Crusher played during the Wild Card Playoff game against the Chargers, and related that moment to how quiet the stadium was during the 2017 Patriots playoff game. Apparently, security fought each other after Fournette’s touchdown. With honorable mentions to 2010 and 2011, the 1999 season is his favorite to date, despite the Titans stealing the playbook being the Jacksonville conspiracy theory that he believes the most.

The Ron Artest Seattle Seahawks game brought back meaningful late-fall football for Logan. Does he think meaningful football is back? He highlighted the similarities between having real coaches and the opportunity for Brian Thomas Jr. and Travis Hunter to emulate Jimmy Smith and Keenan McCardell, while noting that the vibes within the organization are different. He predicts Jacksonville will win the division.

What’s next for Logan Bowles? What goals does someone set when they are already highly accomplished? He is currently sitting at seven Super Bowls and hopes to reach ten. Logan has aspirations to win first place in the Overall category for the Hall of Fame, shoot the World Cup, the Masters, Ryder Cup, Olympics, and the Jumbo Shrimp. He’ll head back to London in a professional capacity, but regarding the Jaguars playing there every year, he doesn’t think the fans deserve to have a game taken away from them. To those looking to get into sports photography, Bowles suggests asking a lot of questions and being open to critiques. If you want to do it, find a way to make it happen. One Jaguars player stated that Bowles is the best, and I am inclined to agree.

Thank you Kam Nedd and the Jaguars for access to Media Day

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/gener...-fame-award-winning-photographer-logan-bowles

 

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Reacts Survey Results: Jaguars Fans Speak on the 2025 Preseason

This week, we asked Jacksonville Jaguars fans if the 2025 preseason affected their confidence in the direction of the team one way or the other.

About half of fans didn’t get overly swayed and said their confidence is unchanged.

General manager James Gladstone was asked Wednesday about how cool it is to see his stamp on the roster when he watched the team during the preseason.

“That’s certainly a neat thing, but at the end of the day, I think from my vantage point, it’s time to win some football games. That’s really where my focus has fallen, and that’s where the fulfillment will actually come.”

According to FanDuel Sportsbook, the Jaguars’ win total is set at 7.5 wins. Jacksonville has +270 odds to win the AFC South (Houston is at +115, Indianapolis is at +350, and Tennessee is at +700).

Top comments from Wednesday’s post:

Lake11
First team moved the ball against backups and our backup D kept Miami starters bottled up for a couple drives. One bone-headed call letting Hennigan pass at the end of the Saints tie. All in all, not much to justify moving the needle. A lot of new coaches and schemes, so it coulda been a lot worse I guess. Favored by 3 at home over the lowly Panthers. Sounds about right, unfortunately.
CanAmJagsFan1
This is almost a brand new roster with input from the GM, the coach and the EVP.
I am jaded from the past and hope they do better but I am somewhat skeptical.
JaxSouthsider
If the preseason changed your opinion, I kindly remind you that at this time last year a lot in the fanbase were jacked up because our defense had looked so good in August
the.Panthera.onca
They are who we all thought or expected them to be. Takes more than one offseason to completely overhaul this roster and change the mentality. All I hope to see is improvement from QB1, a comparable season from BTJ and some improvement on the defense, edge rushers and DBs. I don’t expect the world yet, our OL is really weak and the safeties bottom five, easily. So no, this offseason hasn’t raised my confidence, at all. Gearing up for a rough ride.
WestCoastJagwar
If the Jags just don’t just roll the panthers in week 1, I’m going to be concerned. They traded out Thielen and the games after are going to be tough. Hopefully this is like a tune up game in college football.
acedarney
They are who I thought they would be after free agency and the draft. They improved the back half of the roster, and didn’t change much at the top. I think they’ll be a little better on defense and running the ball on offense.
cverbra814
My expectation was that Browns fans will be ecstatic when they get our Top 10 pick next year. Nothing has changed.

I don’t mean to come across as harsh, but I suspect this is a deeply flawed roster whose warts will overwhelm the inexperienced staff rapidly once the season begins.
MCG679
I still expect the Jags to be a near the bottom of the league team.

There’s a SLIM possibility they make the playoffs, but that’s only because someone in the AFC South has to. Not because they’ll be an actual playoff caliber team.
JaxCommenterGuy
I didn’t expect some massive improvement on the field, and didn’t see it.

I also expected our 180 pound unicorn to get dinged up…and he did.

So…neat.

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/nfl-r...ults-jaguars-fans-speak-on-the-2025-preseason

 

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Jaguars Practice Report: Panthers’ Banged Up; Jags Announce Team Captains

The regular season is officially here, with the Jacksonville Jaguars opening the Miller Electric Center practice fields for their first practice of the 2025 regular season. Here are our key takeaways from Monday’s Labor Day practice, Head Coach Liam Coen’s post-practice media availability, and some additional updates from the Carolina Panthers.

Jacksonville Team Captains Announced​

Head Coach Liam Coen kicked off Monday’s post-practice media availability with the announcement of the 2025 Jacksonville Jaguars permanent team captains.

• QB Trevor Lawrence
• C Robert Hainsey
• DE Josh Hines -Allen
• LB Foye Oluokun
• CB Jourdan Lewis
• P Logan Cooke
• The seventh game day captain spot will be a rotating week-by-week role

Hainsey and Lewis being named as captains is notable, with both being new, free-agent additions to the roster. The remaining four captains have all been with the team for multiple seasons. Coen also confirmed that the captain agreement was reached via team vote:

“Yeah, we did a team vote before we left for the mini-break there and the nice thing is you didn’t have to fudge it to get kind of what you wanted. It was pretty clear. Pretty clear based on the votes and the ballots that these were the six guys that got the most. There was a ton of guys that you could’ve bumped up potentially, you just don’t have enough spots, you only have six of them, but it was cool to acknowledge the amount of people that did receive votes throughout the team. That was nice to see, especially some of the guys that may not have ever been voted for in the past that did receive some votes. It kind of shows that those guys are making an impact. It wasn’t hard to get to the six guys.”

Injuries Hit Carolina Hard​

While Coen did not directly provide an update on the injury front for Jacksonville, neither CB Montaric Brown nor OL Wyatt Milum participated in Monday’s practice, with Brown working out on the sidelines. Cole Van Lanen was again a full participant after returning to practice last Thursday. However, the Panthers have not been as fortunate as Carolina traded veteran WR Adam Thielen to the Minnesota Vikings last week, only to then days later place WR Jalen Corker on IR with a quad injury. The trade and subsequent injury opens the door for significant snaps for rookie Tetairoa McMillan, second-year WR Xavier Legette, and recently re-signed veteran WR Hunter Renfrow. Coach Coen touched on the Panthers’ wide receiver room’s recent shakeup:

“I think T-Mac being a rookie, we know we liked him coming out of the draft, we know what some of those traits are that he can do with some of the one-on-one opportunities as well. And then Legette can really run. Big, physical receiver. Hunter Renfrow has won in the slot here for years. What does that look like? I think they’ll probably remain within what they do. I don’t know if it’ll drastically change how they operate. Maybe we’ll see a little bit more 12, 13 [personnel], just for depth reasons alone, for sure. So, I don’t think it’ll drastically change things for us, but Coker is a good player. He did a lot for them in terms of the run game, blocking, but also, he has some wiggle and can run. Coker and Hunter are different players. I think that’s probably where you’ll see a little bit of a different usage out of those players that will and can affect how we play a little bit, but I’m not sure it’ll have a huge, drastic issue on the gameplan.”

Losing multiple pass catchers in less than five days this close to the start of the regular season is normally a big loss. However, that’s not the end of the injury list for Carolina. Left tackle Ikem Ekwinu also had an appendectomy last week. His healing status is currently up in the air, per Panthers’ Head Coach Dave Canales:

“He had appendicitis. He wasn’t feeling good, and then ultimately went to the hospital and they said, ‘We’ve got to do surgery here. We have to remove this.’ So he had his appendix removed. He’s day-to-day. We’ve seen these things turn around in a little over a week — they can be longer. It just depends on each individual body, how you respond to the surgery, how your body heals the right way.”

Ikem Ekwonu gives details about his recovery process from surgery to remove his appendix recently.#Panthers #NFL pic.twitter.com/ZnQvRLWkC2

— Kevin Tolbert (@livingktstyle) September 1, 2025

Canales advised that the team will consider Ekwonu as “day-to-day” up to gameday. “That’s something that we’re gonna have to keep our eye on as we go,” Canales stated. If Ekwonu is unable to go, Yosh Nijman would be the likely candidate to fill in at left tackle. Nijman, has 25 career starts, with three coming in 2024.

A History with Carolina​

Jacksonville will be opening the 2025 regular season with somewhat of a foreign opponent, as Jacksonville has only faced Carolina eight times, with the series tied 4 to 4. However, Coen faced the in-division Panthers twice while with the 2024 Tampa Bay Buccaneers, which he discussed:

“We definitely go back and look (at the Panthers’ defense) because I don’t think the overall structure will change. I do believe that we will see some unscouted looks for sure whether it’s a personnel grouping or whether it’s a blitz or coverage or something along those lines. I don’t think they probably altered their entire structure, so yeah, you definitely go back and look at what was successful twice last year playing those guys. What fits, what we’ve done well up to this point and we can kind of use those schemes or concepts to our advantage, but they’ve definitely added some players via pro-free agency and the draft as well. So, you’re just curious to see maybe how they’re going to utilize those players, if that impacts and effects their defensive structure at all.”

Coen’s Buccaneers went 2 and 0 versus the 2024 Panthers, winning a week 13 26-23 overtime thriller in their first matchup before a 48-14 week 17 Tampa Bay demolition over the then three-win Panthers. While Coen may be able to glean a few items from Carolina’s 2024 game film, Coen also believed Carolina would attempt to do the same in reviewing the prior year’s matchups with the Bucs.

“I would think that they probably have an idea of watching the Tampa stuff that it’s probably not going to go too far off of that. It’s just more, ok, what personnel groupings are we going to major in, especially early on in the season in game one. What that looks like for us. And then the personnel is obviously a little bit different. I think that both teams are able to go and look at some of the stuff from last year and be able to use that, either to the advantage or man this is something that we didn’t do well that they took advantage of that we need to improve upon so that it doesn’t happen again.”

Undecided on if Hunter will start​

Rookie WR/CB Travis Hunter, in the early portions of training camp, participated on both sides of the ball religiously, before missing he final two preseason games and was limited in multiple practices after sustaining an upper-body injury on August 14th. While Coen previously advised that the team was treating the injury cautiously and did not want to risk Hunter further aggravating the issue, general manager James Gladstone confirmed on Wednesday that Hunter was full go on the Miller Electric Fields. So, while we know that Hunter will play and will likely not be medically limited, the team is still working through the details to confirm if the Heisman Trophy winner will start on both sides of the ball.

“We’re still working through it right now. He obviously missed a lot of time there that can impact playing anybody, nonetheless a rookie that misses quite a bit of time so what that usage looks like we’re still working through.”

The matchup between Hunter and McMillan will surely be one to watch.

Travis Hunter. TMAC Talks Playing Against #12 in Season Opener

"You know we battled since HS. So it's gonna be a fun one, just playing at 3 different levels. Come Saturday we'll see what happens" https://t.co/MszJDOhw8i pic.twitter.com/WITrZ3NGtl

— JaKi (@JaKiTruth) September 1, 2025

For those interested, the full media availability can be watched here.

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...anthers-banged-up-jags-announce-team-captains

 

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Jaguars power rankings roundup before the 2025 season

To get a feel for how the Jacksonville Jaguars are viewed around the league, here’s a look at a handful of national media power rankings.

Yahoo Sports: 15​

From Frank Schwab:

Travis Hunter got banged up before the preseason finale but maybe that’s a good thing. He’ll be used plenty during the season, and missing a bit of time in August isn’t bad. Hunter is going to be a big story in September as he likely plays offense and defense.

CBS Sports: 17​

From Pete Prisco:

The new regime has done a nice job with Trevor Lawrence so far. But this is a major year for him to prove many of the doubters wrong. If not, this team has big problems.

USA Today: 20​

From Nate Davis:

Are we already souring on the grand Travis Hunter experiment after he was sideswiped by injury before the games that count have even started? Will be interesting to see how many snaps he plays Sunday.

NFL.com: 23​

From Eric Edholm:

The Jaguars are suddenly a must-watch team, with Travis Hunter joining Brian Thomas Jr. to form one of the more explosive young WR duos in the league. Hunter also plays defense, as you might have read. And while, yes, of course I want to see how Liam Coen handles what will be one of the league’s most fascinating experiments in a while, that’s not the only thing on Coen’s to-do list. The first-year head coach was also brought in to salvage Trevor Lawrence and reshape this offense in his vision, getting out of it what Doug Pederson could not over the past few years. The schedule lays out nicely, and if the Jaguars’ defense can do a better job of slowing down opponents’ aerial games after finishing 32nd in pass defense in 2024, they might be sneaky wild-card candidates.

The Ringer: 23​

From Diante Lee:

Rookie receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter will draw more casual fans to turn on Jaguars games, but the actual story of the team still revolves around quarterback Trevor Lawrence. Whatever goodwill Lawrence still had going into last season evaporated after his awful start, and now he needs to show that he can once again lead an efficient offense, as he did a few years ago.

Lawrence took a big step back in his accuracy, his feel for pressure, and his ability to create out of structure. New head coach Liam Coen did an excellent job of improving each of those things with Baker Mayfield in Tampa Bay last season, and Mayfield is a much less physically gifted passer than Lawrence. If we see similar improvements from Lawrence this season, I might be willing to buy back in on the Jags.

Sports Illustrated: 24​

From Conor Orr:

The Jaguars are either going to be a breath of fresh air with youth dotting every corner of this facility in major decision-making positions, or a textbook example of how to bungle a frenzied hiring process, first by sticking with embattled GM Trent Baalke, costing the team interviews with top candidates, and then making a hard right turn at the last moment. I hope for the latter, because this team has so many exciting players that haven’t gotten the opportunity to break out … yet.

Bleacher Report: 24​

From Gary Davenport:

There’s a new head coach in Jacksonville in Liam Coen. A wildly exciting rookie wide receiver/cornerback in Travis Hunter. But make no mistake, the Jaguars will go as far in 2025 as their highest-paid player takes them. After signing a five-year, $275 million extension last year, Lawrence suffered through a miserable season. The fifth-year veteran missed seven games, barely cleared 2,000 passing yards and threw just 11 touchdown passes.

The Athletic: 25​

From Josh Kendall:

Jacksonville is going to lean into Travis Hunter’s two-way potential. Hunter played 11 snaps on offense and eight on defense in his only preseason game, and his snaps have been basically even on offense and defense in practice. The No. 2 pick missed the second preseason game due to an upper-body injury but is expected to be full speed Sunday, wherever he happens to be lined up.

ESPN: 27​

From Mike Clay:

The Jaguars drafted one of the league’s most interesting players in Travis Hunter, but the rookie will be hard-pressed to make up for the voids this roster has on both sides of the ball. Little (no pun intended, Walker Little ) was done to address perhaps the league’s shakiest offensive line, which puts added pressure on quarterback Trevor Lawrence under new coach Liam Coen. The defense should be solid, with edge Josh Hines- Allen, LB Foyesade Oluokun and CB Tyson Campbell among the impact players.

Pro Football Talk: 28​

From Mike Florio:

It all comes down to whether Trevor Lawrence can become what, after two seasons, it seemed like he was starting to be.

Where would you rank the team, Jaguars fans? Let us know in the comments!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...power-rankings-roundup-before-the-2025-season

 

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Revealing the Jacksonville Jaguars’ All-Time Team as Voted on by Fans

The Jacksonville Jaguars are just a few days away from the start of their 31st season as an NFL franchise.

To commemorate their history, we asked for your help to name the team’s greatest players at every position.

Here are the final results.

Offense​

• Quarterback: Mark Brunell (1995-03)
• Running back: Fred Taylor (1998-08)
• Wide receivers: Jimmy Smith (1995-05), Keenan McCardell (1996-01), Brian Thomas Jr. (2024-present)
• Tight end: Marcedes Lewis (2006-17)
• Offensive tackles: Tony Boselli (1995-01), Leon Searcy (1996-99)
• Interior offensive line: Vince Manuwai (2003-10), Brad Meester (2000-13), Chris Naeole (2002-07)

Defense​

• Defensive ends: Tony Brackens (1996-03), Josh Hines-Allen (2019-present)
• Defensive tackles: John Henderson (2002-09), Marcus Stroud (2001-07)
• Linebackers: Daryl Smith (2004-12), Paul Posluszny (2011-17)
• Cornerbacks: Rashean Mathis (2003-12), Jalen Ramsey (2016-19), Aaron Beasley (1996-01)
• Safeties: Donovin Darius (1998-06), Tashaun Gipson (2016-18)

Special Teams​

• Kicker: Josh Scobee (2004-14)
• Punter: Logan Cooke (2018-present)
• Long snapper: Ross Matiscik (2020-present)
• Return specialist: Jamal Agnew (2021-23)

Let us know what you’re surprised by, who got snubbed, and the rest of your thoughts in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...lle-jaguars-all-time-team-as-voted-on-by-fans

 

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Jaguars Reacts Survey: What are you watching for in Week 1?

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen looks on during an NFL training camp session at the Miller Electric Center, Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025 in Jacksonville, Fla.

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Jaguars fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

Jaguars fans — are you confident the team is headed in the right direction?

And which storyline are you most looking forward to in Week 1?

On Monday, Liam Coen spoke about Sunday being his first game as an NFL head coach.

“Obviously you’ve done so much work to get to this point, and then now you’re into, the results truly matter. We’ve talked so much about the process that drives results, that’s got us to this point. We can’t lose sight of that process, and we used to kind of talk about process over results, well, those results matter. So, the process in which we get to the games and the way that we gameplan, the way that we operate throughout the week, the way that we communicate on gameday, that’s the part that you’re kind of anxious to see how we handle a true game.”

“You’re definitely anxious as a head coach to kind of get the ball kicked off and get into it. So, you’re really just more so anxious and excited to see how the guys go out and play. You want to see perfect football, but we all know, it’s football, it’s not perfect. It’s an imperfect game and you’re striving for perfection, which is probably the chase obviously. We’re all excited. I’m excited to kind of get in that stadium and see how much we can pack it.”

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...ts-survey-what-are-you-watching-for-in-week-1

 

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Power ranking the coolest Jaguars gear on Homage

Pay homage to the history of the Jacksonville Jaguars with this heavyweight satin jacket.

If you don’t have any Homage products in your closet, you’re missing out. Their sports apparel is officially licensed, well-designed, and above all, SUPER comfortable.

Homage recently released a pair of products that are essential for chilly gamedays: a pullover jacket and a heavyweight satin jacket.

The Starter x Homage pullover is a stitched, color-blocked time capsule of team loyalty. Crafted in 100% nylon Oxford with a vintage crinkle finish, these half-zip pullovers combine Starter’s iconic sportswear design with Homage’s deep respect for team identity. Every detail is designed to honor the golden era of NFL fan gear… color blocking, twill appliqué wordmarks, oversized back logos, and that embroidered Starter star… This is the real stuff. The kind of jacket your older brother never let you borrow. The one with the big patch. The bold front. The crackle that meant you were ready for kickoff.

The Starter satin jacket rose to fame in the 1980s. Bright, bold, and impossible to ignore, it quickly became the crown jewel of fan gear. Worn by coaches under stadium lights, players post-game, and fans everywhere. In the ‘90s, it crossed over. From sportswear to streetwear. Starter is a signal. Of team pride. Of cultural clout. Of belonging to something bigger than yourself. The HOMAGE x Starter Satin Jacket is our tribute to an era. That feeling. That statement piece that always meant more than just style. It’s made for cold games and hot takes.

These items are immediately some of the best available for Jaguars fans on Homage.com.

Here’s a quick list of my favorite apparel they have in stock:

1. HOMAGE X Starter Jaguars Heavyweight Satin Jacket
2. HOMAGE X Starter Jaguars Pullover Jacket
3. NFL Jam Jaguars Travis Hunter T-Shirt
4. Jacksonville Jaguars Victory Monday Hoodie
5. NFL Blitz Jaguars Trevor Lawrence T-Shirt

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/general/76695/power-ranking-the-coolest-jaguars-gear-on-homage

 

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Jaguars vs Panthers Key Matchups: Pro Bowlers set to lock Horns

The Jacksonville Jaguars welcome the Carolina Panthers to EverBank Stadium on Sunday as the 2025 NFL season gets underway. Here are three key battles to keep an eye on:

Brian Thomas vs Jaycee Horn​

Brian Thomas Jr. posted a preposterous 6.71 yards per route run on in-breakers last year

That ranked 1st among 72 WRs with 70+ such routes… but he only ranked 20th in targets

More on how Thomas isn’t close to his ceiling: https://t.co/z4HuQa7b2H pic.twitter.com/YxCj8AIZml

— Gus Logue (@gus_logue) September 2, 2025

You can tell real football has returned! Preseason whetted the appetite, but now is when results really matter, and as such we can have much more confidence in who we see on the field. And as it’s Week 1, we’re going to have a heavy focus on the star players on both sides of the ball…

After an incredible college career that finished with him hoisting the Heisman Trophy in New York, there are big expectations for Travis Hunter, and no doubt he’ll have the cameras on him for his NFL debut. But the best matchup to be found involving the Jaguars’ offense will be second year receiver Brian Thomas going up against Jaycee Horn. Thomas took just one season to stake his claim as one of the top ten pass catchers in the league, posting nearly 1,300 yards and 10 TD’s as he developed a strong chemistry with Trevor Lawrence. With some significant change at the position and Hunter making the step up, there’s a heap of pressure on Thomas to replicate a 2024 season that saw him earn All-Rookie and Pro Bowl honors.

He starts with a tough task. Despite some lean years in Charlotte, Jaycee Horn has shined for the Panthers. 2024 was his best season to date, seeing Horn join Thomas at the Pro Bowl after registering an impressive 68 tackles and 13 pass breakups in 15 games. Carolina are undergoing something of a transformation as they try and find their identity, but showed just how much they valued their star quarterback by tying him down to a 4 year, $100m deal back in March. Horn is the leader of a young secondary with similar leadership responsibilities to Thomas, and whoever comes out on top of this battle likely swings the probability of a victory in their team’s favor on Sunday.

Chuba Hubbard vs Foye Oluokun​

PSA: Chuba Hubbard is the heart and soul of the offense. It’s easy to forget. Especially with all the WR talk. The stats don’t lie. The film doesn’t lie. The practice habits are ungodly.

Here’s my favorite play from 30 last year. Doesn’t get better.

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— John Ellis (@1PantherPlace) August 27, 2025

Panthers Head Coach Dave Canales and his offensive coordinator Brad Idzik worked tirelessly to change the culture of the Panthers in 2024, the first season of their reign in Carolina. And by the end of the season, this Panthers offense was quietly one of the most potent in the NFL. There are still some question marks about the passing game, with Bryce Love still to win over some doubters; but this unit succeeds when they are able to run the football, and they lean heavily on Chuba Hubbard to do just that.

After an impressive college career at Oklahoma State, Hubbard flew under the radar in the 2021 NFL Draft, finally coming off the board in the 4th round. He was an effective contributor to the Panthers his first three years in the league, but his production EXPLODED in 2024 when Canales entered the building; Hubbard had the best year of his pro career, enjoying nearly 1,200 rushing yards and 10 TD’s at an impressive 4.8 yards per carry. Reliable out of the backfield as a receiving option too, Hubbard has evolved into one of the more dangerous ball carriers in the league with a 3-down game set to test the Jaguars on Sunday.

There have been questions levelled at Jacksonville’s linebacker corps the past twelve months, some with merit. But nobody can suggest that Foye Oluokun hasn’t pulled his weight since coming to the team from the Atlanta Falcons in 2022. In the past five years alone, Olukon has made an astonishing 774 tackles, never once falling below 100 a season (and in some cases pushing 200, leading the league in 2022 and 2023). Last year, he missed four games with a foot injury but still cleared 100 takedowns, showing his value to the team and justifying the four year, $45m deal he signed prior to the season. If Foye can keep Hubbard quiet and put the pressure on Young to win the game for the Panthers, the Jags will feel confident of a Week 1 win.

Josh Hines-Allen vs Brady Christensen?​

Dave Canales said #Panthers left tackle Ikem Ekwonu is day to day, after an emergency appendectomy last week.

Ekwonu was working off to the side during practice today. @wsoctv pic.twitter.com/YeqBzyjoK3

— DaShawn Brown (@DaShawnWSOC9) September 1, 2025

The news that starting left tackle Ikem Ekwonu has undergone emergency appendectomy surgery should be of interest to Jags fans. The fourth year pro has been a mainstay on the blindside for the Panthers since being taken in the first round in 2022. As a rookie, Ekwonu started all 17 games for Carolina and allowed the fewest pressures by any rookie that season. Since then Ekwonu has been a rock on the offensive line, with 49 starts in three years. But his recent surgery means the Panthers have listed him as ‘day to day’ heading into Sunday’s clash. Considering it’s been less than seven days since surgery, it’s unsurprising to hear Ekwonu hasn’t trained at all this week, and a remarkable recovery would be required to see him suit up against the Jags.

That suggests that Brady Christensen is likely to step in. Christensen, who has spent all his career with the Panthers, has seen plenty of action his four years in the league. But the former BYU lineman hasn’t been able to lock down a starting job, and defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero seems to prefer him inside at left guard. Not the greatest of situations when you’re going up against a Pro Bowl edge rusher with 53 sacks to his name…

Josh Hines-Allen saw a regression in his numbers last year after an incredible 2023 campaign saw him set the franchise record for sacks in a season (17.5). That production earned him a five year, $150m contract, and he will be chomping at the bit to hit those sorts of highs in black and teal once more. Sunday’s battle against Christensen could be a real advantage for the Jaguars, and help their star pass rusher get the 2025 season off to a flying start.

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/jacks...rs-key-matchups-pro-bowlers-set-to-lock-horns

 

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Playoffs?! Jaguars 2025 Record Prediction

The NFL draft and free agency are in the books. The offseason is complete. In the immortal words of Gus Bradley, it’s built.” With the season set to kick off on Sunday, let’s break down how the Jacksonville Jaguars will perform in 2025.

Here’s how I forecast Liam Coen’s inaugural season to go in Jacksonville.

Game by game prediction:​

️ Week 1 vs. Carolina Panthers (Home)

While I expect that Carolina may be somewhat improved under Dave Caneles in 2025, I predict a strong opening day showing from Coen’s roster to kick off his tenure. While Carolina will be a reasonably stout test for the offensive line (against Derrick Brown and Bobby Brown), Coen’s offense will no doubt find space to maneuver against this Panther’s defense. Starting off strong.

Prediction: Win (1–0)

️ Week 2 at Cincinnati Bengals

Jacksonville’s first tough matchup of the season will come on the road against the Bengals in what I expect to be a lower-scoring affair. Joe Burrow historically has played down to the level of his competition early into the season, so this is in no way an impossible game for Jacksonville to steal. However, the offensive firepower of Jamar Chase and Tee Higgins, plus the end of Trey Hendrickson’s holdout spell trouble from my perspective. The Jaguars will have a prime opportunity to earn this one on the field, turning doubters into early believers.

Prediction: Loss (1–1)

️ Week 3 vs. Houston Texans (Home)

Houston will likely be playing without their starting running back Joe Mixon, wide receiver Tank Dell, and possibly Christian Kirk for their week three matchup. With Houston’s already questionable offseason decisions at offensive line, this is another prime opportunity for Jacksonville to steal a game at home. However, this victory is an all-important season opener into AFC South play. Fortune favors the healthy. Jags win.

Prediction: Win (2–1; 1-0 in the AFC South)

Week 4 at San Francisco 49ers

In what I expect to be a higher-scoring affair, the Jaguars may have a tough time heading from the East to the West Coast in this one. Even with their offseason losses on defense, it’s hard to vote against Kyle Shannahan as long as Christian McCaffrey is injury-free. With Brandon Aiyuk also on the PUP List, however, the Jaguars could have a puncher’s chance in California.

Prediction: Loss (2–2)

️ Week 5 vs. Kansas City Chiefs (Monday Night Football at Home)

The Jaguars, in primetime?! This team will have to prove that the long-suffering curse has been lifted before I believe it blindly. I see this one being an ugly, low scoring game resulting in another Kansas City victory. That’s the script until it’s proven otherwise.

Prediction: Loss (2–3)

️ Week 6 vs. Seattle Seahawks (Home)

It seems that most in Duval County have marked this matchup as an automatic win, due to Seattle’s historic struggles traveling coast to coast. While I may personally still be unsure on Klint Kubiak as an OC, Sam Darnold plus a few weapons in Cooper Kupp, Jaxon Smith-Nijigba, and Kenneth Walker III makes this matchup more of a pick-em in my book. This may end up as a higher scoring game, but I truly would not be shocked if Jacksonville were to miss out on this prime opportunity to be .500. I predict that Jacksonville loses this one that they should win, while working through being consistent early on.

Prediction: Loss (2–4)

️ Week 7 vs. Los Angeles Rams (London)

Family reunion in the UK! James Gladstone and General Manager Liam Coen face off against their former franchise. The students face the teachers in McVay and Sneed. While Jacksonville is in the early phases of building their own “LA East,“ the already built version will be on display.

Prediction: Loss (2–5)

️ Week 8: Bye Week

With the easier portion of their schedule to come, the Jaguars take their mid-season break to regroup and prepare for the list of away games to come. Jacksonville fans and media will without a doubt take the 2-5 bye week record in stride.

️ Week 9 at Las Vegas Raiders

With both teams coming off from their bye weeks, I see this Jaguars offense firing on all cylinders in this one. Maxx Crosby, Geno Smith, Brock Bowers, and Ashton Jeanty will undoubtedly make their plays too. But limited playmakers in the Vegas secondary and receiving core will leave the Raiders looking for answers in this one. I think the Jags score 30 or more, flying home with a win.

Prediction: Win (3–5)

️ Week 10 at Houston Texans

For the first time since 2017, the Jaguars will sweep the Texans. Houston will make this one closer than their week three matchup, now with a healthier roster. However, it’s not enough as Jacksonville pulls away to 2 and 0 in AFC South play, with both victories coming from the reigning AFC South Champions.

Prediction: Win (4–5; 2-0 in the AFC South)

️ Week 11 vs. Los Angeles Chargers (Home)

The Jaguars smell blood in the water. With the season seemingly slipping away from them before the bye, now the playoffs and potentially the AFC South division all seem to be within reach. Confidence breeds success, and the Jaguars upset the Chargers at home in a lower scoring matchup.

Prediction: Win (5–5)

️ Week 12 at Arizona Cardinals

The music stops as Jacksonville’s second half winning streak ends at three after the bye. The Cardinals are a very dangerous team, especially with Jacksonville traveling out West, coast to coast. I expect a high-scoring game with Jacksonville struggling to contain the scrambles of Kyler Murray and James Conner in the run-pass option game. The Zay Jones and Calais Campbell reunion game doesn’t fall Jacksonville’s’ way.

Prediction: Loss (5–6)

️ Week 13 at Tennessee Titans

Tennessee looks to be building a capable roster for the future. But this simply isn’t their week. While Cam Ward may eventually be able to lift up a subpar roster, 2025 is not that time. The Jaguars control this one from start to finish.

Prediction: Win (6–6; 3-0 in the AFC South)

️ Week 14 vs. Indianapolis Colts (Home)

Daniel Jones versus Jacksonville in Duval. While Jones did upset Jacksonville in 2022, this isn’t that roster or staff. I expect history not to repeat itself (other than the Colts continuing to lose in Jacksonville).

Prediction: Win (7–6; 4-0 in the AFC South)

️ Week 15 vs. New York Jets (Home)

Prediction: Win (8–6)

The Jacksonville faithful begin to have legitimate playoff conversations as Jacksonville wins the matchups they are supposed to, dominating the Jets at EverBank. The Justin Fields/Tyrod Taylor quarterback room continues to limit the Jets in this lower-scoring Jacksonville win.

Prediction: Win (8–6; 4-0 in the AFC South)

️ Week 16 at Denver Broncos

Jacksonville, coming off a highpoint in the season is upset by the physical Broncos defense. Back-to-back matchups against aggressive front sevens with sticky secondaries finally takes its’ toll in Denver. While Jacksonville, in no way, should be automatically counted out, Denver just has “trap-game” written all over it for me.

Prediction: Loss (8–7)

️ Week 17 at Indianapolis Colts

I expect that the Colts will be out of playoff contention at this time, evaluating 2026 quarterback prospects. Jacksonville understands the assignment, securing the rare victory in Indianapolis, locking in their opportunity to secure the division in week 18.

Prediction: Win (9–7; 5-0 in the AFC South)

️ Week 18 vs. Tennessee Titans (Home)

In a matchup for the soul of the AFC South (and Jacksonville’s playoff chances), the Jaguars avoid the Titan’s attempt to spoil their hopes, in dominant fashion. The Jaguars sweep the Titans for the third time in the past four years and become the first team to go 6-0 in AFC South play since the 2014 Andrew Luck-led Indianapolis Colts.

Prediction: Win

Final Regular Season Record: 10–7 and 6-0 in AFC South play

So, playoffs? Absolutely. I believe that the 2025 Jacksonville Jaguars will reclaim their AFC South Division crown from a rebuilding Houston Texans offense with major early season questions at offensive line, injuries at running back (Joe Mixon), and receiver (Christian Kirk and Tank Dell), and running a new offensive scheme.

With a weaker 2025 AFC South, the Jaguars are in prime position to secure a division crown with just ten wins. Nine wins could possibly even do the trick, with things going their way. I absolutely expect this team to win a game or two unexpectedly, (IE: the Bengals matchup, who historically start slow) while surprisingly losing against a team who may be unexpectedly good (maybe the Cardinals). But, in whole, I expect the better coached and better assembled rosters to rise to the top more often than not. I believe this roster, while not good enough to consistently challenge those at the top of the NFL world – IE: the Eagles, Lions, Bills etc – it is good enough, and possibly explosive enough to play with most on a week in and week out basis.

But what say you, BigCatCountry? Where would you predict differently? Playoffs, or bust? Let us know in the comments below!

Source: https://www.bigcatcountry.com/nfl-playoffs/76717/playoffs-jaguars-2025-record-prediction