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Jaguars Starters Sit Out Preseason Opener
15 Aug
Summary
- Lawrence and starters will not play in the preseason opener.
- Joint practice offers game-like reps in a controlled setting.
- Rookie players will get extended action and first glimpses.
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen has announced that star quarterback Trevor Lawrence and other starting players will not take the field for the team's preseason opener against the New Orleans Saints. This decision was made following a joint practice session with the Saints on Thursday.
Joint practices offer a valuable game-like environment under controlled conditions, allowing players to hone their skills against another team. However, the Jaguars are not implementing significant new offensive or defensive schemes this year, which reduces the necessity for starters to participate in preseason games.
With the starters sidelined, the Jaguars will provide extended opportunities for their second and third-team units. This includes crucial evaluations for players competing for spots at the back of the linebacker depth chart, positions on the offensive line, and the defensive end rotation. Furthermore, the game will offer the first look at several Jaguars rookies, including Emmanuel Pregnon, Jalen Huskey, Tanner Koziol, CJ Williams, Josh Cameron, Zach Durfee, and Wesley Williams.
