Jaguars' Jakobi Meyers jams thumb, may miss time during practices
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 3:45 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jakobi Meyers jammed his thumb during practice ahead of the preseason game against the Carolina Panthers on August 19. Although Meyers did not play in the game, he was seen with a glove and a brace on his right hand. Head coach Liam Coen stated the team will evaluate his status further by Tuesday. With Meyers potentially sidelined, rookie pass catchers CJ Williams and Josh Cameron may see increased reps in practice. The Jaguars are also without Parker Washington, who is expected to return this week after dealing with an undisclosed injury.
- •Meyers jammed his thumb in practice before facing the Panthers.
- •He wore a glove and brace during the game but did not play.
- •Coen will assess Meyers' situation further on Tuesday.
- •Rookies Williams and Cameron may benefit from additional playing time.
- •Parker Washington is expected to return to practice this week.
- 3:45 AMYahoo Sports — Jaguars' Jakobi Meyers jammed thumb, could miss time per Liam Coen
"The Jacksonville Jaguars could be down a pass catcher after Jakobi Meyers jammed his thumb.
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