Jaguars preseason matchup begins as fans gear up for new season

The Jacksonville Jaguars are set to play their first preseason game against the New Orleans Saints on Saturday. Fans are preparing for the new season, as evidenced by the buzzing atmosphere at Sports Mania on Beach Boulevard, where team merchandise is in high demand following last season's success. Store manager Trevor Ellsworth noted the significant sales increase brought about by the Jaguars clinching the AFC South title and advancing in the playoffs last year. Despite challenges such as fewer true home games this season, Sports Mania is stocked with new merchandise, and more shipments of gear are expected soon.

• 6:52 PMYahoo Sports — Sports Mania gears up for Jags fans as the start of football season arrives