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5 Observations on the Jaguars' Preseason Loss to Panthers: Liam Coen Makes Right Call

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The preseason is alive and strong in Duval. The Jaguars wrapped up Week 2 of the preseason against the Carolina Panthers at EverBank Stadium on Friday night ___ So, what did we see from the Jaguars and their backups against the Panthers, and what does it mean moving forward?

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Five Things to Watch as Jaguars Host Panthers in Preseason Week Two

The Jacksonville Jaguars host the Carolina Panthers for the second of three preseason games. After two days of joint practices, the Jaguars are still keeping their conservative approach and resting their starters.

Timothy McKay News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 21

Jaguars Sign OT Timothy McKay

The Jacksonville Jaguars officially signed OT Timothy McKay to a contract on Friday, per the NFL Transactions wire. McKay, 24, went undrafted out of North Carolina State in 2025 and caught on with the Commanders following the draft.

NFL News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / August 21

4 Jaguars Whose Roster Chances Could Hinge on Performance vs. Panthers

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Friday night's preseason battle with the Carolina Panthers could prove to be an important stage for a number of Jacksonville Jaguars.

Emmanuel Pregnon News / Athlon Sports / August 21

Can Emmanuel Pregnon Play His Way Onto The Starting Line vs. Panthers

The preseason is not usually a place for starters to lose their job; it’s a proving ground for the back end of the roster. It’s a place where players confirm to their organizations that they belong in the NFL and deserve to be on the field or on the practice squad.

C.J. Williams News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / August 21

5 Jaguars to Watch in Preason Bout vs. Panthers: CJ Williams Takes Priority

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars will kick off the second week of the preseason tonight vs. the Carolina Panthers, offering several members of their roster a stage to standout.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Liam Coen News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / August 21

Liam Coen Has 1 Clear Decision When it Comes to Jaguars Starters vs. Panthers

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- When the Jacksonville Jaguars kick off the second week of the preseason tonight against the Carolina Panthers, the first snap from scrimmage should tell us everything we need to know.

Trevor Lawrence News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 21

Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence set to get key weapon back from mystery injury

The Jacksonville Jaguars are getting healthy at the right time. Jacksonville moved offensive lineman Cole Van Lanen off the PUP list on Thursday with the regular season just weeks away.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

Three quarterbacks whose advanced stats reveal enormous potential

Passing yards and touchdowns drive most quarterback debates. Dig deeper, however, and several numbers suggest that these three NFL starting quarterbacks could be headed for much bigger seasons in 2026.

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Brian Thomas News / TWSN / August 20

The Jacksonville Jaguars’ Receiver Rotation Should Concern Brian Thomas Jr.

The Jacksonville Jaguars might not have too many flashy, superstar names at the wide receiver position, but that didn’t stop them from entering training camp with one of the more intriguing wide receiver battles.

Quinton Bohanna News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 20

Jaguars Cut DT Quinton Bohanna

The Jacksonville Jaguars have released DT Quinton Bohanna, per the NFL transaction wire. Bohanna, 27, is a former sixth-round pick by the Cowboys in the 2021 NFL Draft out of Kentucky.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / August 20

Grading the Jaguars' Trade for Daniel Faalele: Why James Gladstone Made the Move

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- There is a new Jacksonville Jaguar entering the second week of the preseason. The Jaguars traded for fifth-year offensive lineman Daniel Faalele this week, sending a 2027 sixth-round pick for the New York Giants guard.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Pro Football Rumors / August 20

Jaguars Activate Cole Van Lanen; Anton Harrison Staying At LT?

The Jaguars gave offensive tackle Cole Van Lanen a three-year, $51MM contract extension on Jan. 2. Two days later, Van Lanen suffered a knee injury in the Jaguars’ Week 18 regular-season finale.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / August 20

5 Things We Learned From Jaguars' Joint Practices With Panthers

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars were hoping to get a lot out of joint practices against the Carolina Panthers on Wednesday. It sure seems like that is what ended up happening.

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Brian Thomas Jr.’s Mount Rushmore of LSU WRs is impossible to debate

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. knows great wideouts when he sees them. That’s because he came into the NFL via LSU, which has been an absolute WR factory over the last decade.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 20

Jaguars Focusing More On Defense For Travis Hunter Recently

Jaguars CB/WR Travis Hunter has taken more snaps at corner than receiver during camp, and he didn’t take any 11-on-11 reps on offense during Monday’s session, per SI.com’s John Shipley.

Cole Van Lanen News / Field Level Media / August 20

Report: Jaguars LT Cole Van Lanen cleared to return

Jaguars left tackle Cole Van Lanen passed his physical and will come off the physically unable to perform list, NFL Network reported on Thursday. Jacksonville placed Van Lanen on the PUP list prior to the start of training camp due to a knee injury sustained in the Week 18 win against Tennessee last season.

Trevor Lawrence News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 20

Jaguars’ Trevor Lawrence will love this major injury update as preseason rolls along

The Jacksonville Jaguars are getting healthier along the offensive line as they prepare for their second preseason matchup against the Carolina Panthers on Friday at 7:30 p.m.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 20

Three NFL quarterbacks primed to deliver their best seasons yet

Not every career year comes with career-high passing totals. For these three NFL quarterbacks, 2026 could be defined by winning more games, correcting old problems and finally receiving a little help from the rest of the roster.

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Brian Thomas News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / August 19

6 Winners, 4 Losers From Jaguars' Joint Practice vs. Panthers: Brian Thomas Jr. Shines

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Wednesday saw the Jacksonville Jaguars hold the most active and physical practice of training camp yet, and there is no shortage of takeaways.

Bhayshul Tuten News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / August 19

Good and Not So Good From Jaguars' Joint Practice vs. Panthers: The Bhaysul Tuten Day

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Well, that was fun. The Jacksonville Jaguars hosted the Carolina Panthers for joint practices at the Miller Electric Center on Wednesday, and it led to the biggest day of training camp yet.

Trevor Lawrence News / Action Network / August 19

Jacksonville Jaguars Season Preview: Lawrence Must Shake Off Dreadful Playoff Showing

Jacksonville enters 2026 defending an AFC South title for the third time in franchise history under coach Liam Coen, who turned a 3-14 rookie season into a 13-4 division-winning turnaround.

Liam Coen News / TWSN / August 18

Liam Coen Has Changed His Preseason Plan for the Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jacksonville Jaguars rested their starters in the first preseason game against the New Orleans Saints, but that is trending in the direction of changing for their second preseason game against the Carolina Panthers.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / A to Z Sports / August 16

Former Tennessee Vols QB delivered game-winning bomb for Jaguars, and it might have made things interesting in Jacksonville

The VFL’s first NFL throw was a memorable one. Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Joey Aguilar tried to eek out one more season on Rocky Top after a memorable 2025 campaign.

Brian Thomas News / Yardbarker / August 13

Jags reportedly rejected 'significant' trade offers for Brian Thomas Jr.

Jaguars reportedly rejected 'significant' trade offers for Brian Thomas Jr. in 2025, raising pressure on WR in 2026

The Jacksonville Jaguars gave third-year wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. another chance after a disappointing 2025. They hope he rewards their confidence.

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