Jaguars never said they were bringing in competition for Blake Bortles
It's apparent now that the Jaguars' hierarchy was more committed to Blake Bortles in 2017 than those of us outside the organization realized.
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2017 Schedule
3-13, 4th in AFC South
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Biggest remaining holes for the Jaguars
The Jaguars appear ready to sink or swim with Blake Bortles under center in 2017, Tom Gower writes.
NFL draft deception: Stories of smoke screens and subterfuge
Smoke screens, bluffs, misdirection and misinformation all are part of NFL general managers' standard operating procedure leading up to the draft.
NFL evaluators unfiltered on Jaguars' draft class
One evaluator thinks second-round pick Cam Robinson could potentially have a decade-long career starting at tackle in the NFL.
Jaguars view Leonard Fournette as 'special' back like Adrian Peterson
Will Leonard Fournette have the same NFL success as Adrian Peterson? Only time will tell. But one Jaguars scout sees plenty of similarities.
Jags finding new identity with Fournette? (1:46)
Free-agent WR Cruz 'anxious to get on a team'
After seven seasons with the Giants, free agent WR Victor Cruz is still looking for work and is "anxious to get on a team."
Drafting Dede Westbrook doesn't mean Jaguars are giving up on Rashad Greene
Despite having a similar skill set as Dede Westbrook, Rashad Greene still has the Jaguars hopeful for a promising future, GM Dave Caldwell said.
Fournette among Kiper's instant-impact first-round rookies
Mel Kiper Jr. isn't fond of taking backs high in the draft, but believes No. 4 overall pick Leonard Fournette is going to be a workhorse beginning in Week 1 -- if he's healthy.
Jaguars grab feature back, confident they did enough along O-line
The Jaguars addressed their poor run game by drafting Leonard Fournette but nabbed just one O-lineman, failing to take care of the hole at left guard.
Record-setting receiver, running back highlight Jaguars' undrafted signings
With the draft over, the Jaguars' announced their UDFAs that have agreed to terms, including a pair that put up big numbers.
Michael DiRocco ESPN Staff Writer
The Jaguars have cut the following players: TE E.J. Bibbs, RB Bronson Hill, OL Colin Kelly, LB Sean Porter, RB Daryl Richardson, TE Gannon Sinclair, S Elijah Shumate, OL Arturo Uzdavinis, OL Greg Van Roten, WR Tony Washington, and LB Raphael Kirby.
Biggest post-draft concern for the Jaguars
Adding a talent like Leonard Fournette helps, but it won't mean anything if the Jags can't get their offensive line together.
Jaguars pick up 5th-year option on QB Bortles
The Jacksonville Jaguars picked up the fifth-year option on quarterback Blake Bortles.
2017 NFL draft takeaways: Why more prospects will skip bowl games
Before the 2018 mocks get out, let's consider bigger-picture lessons from the past three days, including bowl game participation, trades, QBs and more.
Michael DiRocco ESPN Staff Writer
The Jacksonville Jaguars have picked up the fifth-year option on quarterback Blake Bortles, the team announced Monday. The move is a bit of a surprise considering the step back Bortles took in 2016 after his breakout season in 2015. Bortles salary for 2018 will now be approximately $20 million (the average of the top 10 highest-paid quarterbacks) and it is guaranteed for injury only until the first day of the 2018 league year, when it becomes fully guaranteed.
Jaguars banking 2017 season on Blake Bortles' improvement
By not adding a QB in the offseason, the Jaguars have put their faith in the development of a struggling Blake Bortles.
Bettors like Pats, Jags to go over 1st win totals
Shortly after posting the first NFL win totals in Vegas, the sportsbook at the South Point casino took multiple $1,000 bets on New England to win more than 11 games, driving the number to 11.5.
Jaguars' 2017 draft: Kiper's grades, McShay's best pick, more
ESPN Insider's NFL draft experts recap the 2017 draft for the Jacksonville Jaguars, including Mel Kiper's draft grades, Todd McShay's favorite pick and more.
Best and riskiest moves for the Jaguars' 2017 draft class
Mike DiRocco breaks down the moves he liked and the moves that might not work out for the Jags.
Jacksonville Jaguars' 2017 draft picks: Analysis for every selection
Michael DiRocco breaks down the Jacksonville Jaguars' 2017 draft class.
Vote: How did the Jaguars do in the draft?
It will be years before we can accurately assess the Jaguars' 2017 rookie class, but it's time to weigh in on how well the team used its draft resources.
Jaguars check all the boxes in draft (0:49)
Michael DiRocco ESPN Staff Writer
Recapping the Jaguars' 2017 draft: More physical, faster, and better on special teams.
Michael DiRocco ESPN Staff Writer
The final list of Jaguars 207 draft picks: 1. Leonard Fournette, RB, LSU. 2. Cam Robinson, OT, Alabama. 3. Dawuane Smoot, DE, Illinois. 4. Dede Westbrook, WR, Oklahoma. 5. Blair Brown, LB, Oklahoma. 7. Jalen Myrick, CB, Minnesota. 7. Marquez Williams, FB, Miami.
2017 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(4) | Leonard Fournette | RB | LSU |
| 2(2) | Cam Robinson | OT | Alabama |
| 3(4) | Dawaune Smoot | DE | Illinois |
| 4(3) | Dede Westbrook | WR | Oklahoma |
| 5(4) | Blair Brown | ILB | Ohio |
| 7(4) | Jalen Myrick | CB | Minnesota |
| 7(22) | Marquez Williams | FB | Miami (FL) |
2016 AFC South Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 9 | 7 | 0 | .563 | 279 | 328 |
| Tennessee | 9 | 7 | 0 | .563 | 381 | 378 |
| Indianapolis | 8 | 8 | 0 | .500 | 411 | 392 |
| Jacksonville | 3 | 13 | 0 | .188 | 318 | 400 |
Team Leaders 2016
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards233.020th
Rushing Yards101.922nd
Points For19.925th
Points Against25.025th
Free Agents
| NAME | POS | TYPE | PREV. TEAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| I. Abdul-Quddus | S | UFA | DET |
| S. Acho | LB | UFA | CHI |
| J. Adams | OT | UFA | HOU |
| J. Addae | S | RFA | SD |
| D. Aiken | LS | UFA | NYG |
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