Jaguars assess options at right guard with Patrick Mekari sidelined
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 10:47 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Jacksonville Jaguars are currently without right guard Patrick Mekari, who underwent back surgery. While Mekari is expected to return this season, there is uncertainty regarding his placement on injured reserve. Possible replacements include Walker Little, Jonah Monheim, and Wyatt Milum, with the team also considering moving Ezra Cleveland to right guard. Chuma Edoga might factor in once he recovers from injury. As training camp continues, the Jaguars will be experimenting with different combinations along the offensive line.
- •Patrick Mekari is out after back surgery.
- •Walker Little may start if healthy; otherwise, options include Monheim and Milum.
- •Ezra Cleveland could be moved to right guard.
- •Chuma Edoga may return from injury soon.
- •Jaguars will continue mixing and matching during training camp.
- 10:47 AMYahoo Sports — Options at right guard for Jaguars with Patrick Mekari out
"With Patrick Mekari sidelined, who will start at right guard for the Jaguars in his absence?
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