Jaguars secure preseason win over Saints with strong rookie performances
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 11:27 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The Jacksonville Jaguars recorded a 24-20 victory against the New Orleans Saints in their preseason opener on August 15, 2026. Rookie running back J'Mari Taylor scored a go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter after the Jaguars trailed by 14 points at halftime. Backup quarterback Carter Bradley led a scoring drive to bring the Jaguars back into contention. The game concluded with a key pass breakup by defensive back Jabbar Muhammad on the Saints' final play attempt from the 2-yard line.
- •J'Mari Taylor rushed for 78 yards on 22 carries.
- •Carter Bradley guided a critical third-quarter scoring drive.
- •Jabbar Muhammad made a game-sealing pass breakup.
- •The Jaguars overcome a 14-point deficit at halftime.
- •Jaguars now prepare for remaining preseason games.
- 11:27 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars vs. Saints takeaways: Rookie RB, defense make big plays in win
"The Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the New Orleans Saints in preseason Week 1.
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