Jaguars face Saints in preseason; five players seek strong performances
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 6:38 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The Jacksonville Jaguars open their preseason against the New Orleans Saints on August 14, 2026. A focus will be on five players needing impactful performances to secure their spots on the roster. Players include DE Bryan Thomas Jr., TE Quintin Morris, OL Chuma Edoga, RB Ameer Abdullah, and DE Wesley Williams. Each faces competition in crowded position groups or needs to prove their value after adjustments in depth charts due to injuries and draft choices.
- •Jaguars host Saints in first preseason game on August 14, 2026.
- •Bryan Thomas Jr. competes for depth chart position as a UDFA.
- •Quintin Morris aims to improve tight end ranking following injuries.
- •Chuma Edoga's versatility is crucial for offensive line depth.
- •Ameer Abdullah could leverage strong camp performance for a roster spot.
- 6:38 PMYahoo Sports — 5 Jaguars players who need big games vs. Saints in preseason
"These five Jaguars players need big performances in the team's first preseason game against the Saints.
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