Quinshon Judkins enters season opener against Jacksonville Jaguars run defense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 5:06 PM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins prepares for the team's season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Analysts are evaluating whether Judkins can surpass 75 rushing yards against a defense that allowed the fewest rushing yards in the league during 2025. No individual player reached the 75-yard mark against the Jaguars throughout the previous season. The Browns look to bolster their ground attack for the return of quarterback Deshaun Watson, supported by offensive line additions including Tytus Howard, Zion Johnson, Elgton Jenkins, and Spencer Fano. Judkins recorded 827 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns during his rookie season while averaging 18.2 touches per game. The coaching staff plans to feature Judkins heavily, though the Jaguars' defensive unit remains a significant challenge for the Cleveland backfield.
- •The Jacksonville Jaguars allowed only 85.6 rushing yards per game in 2025.
- •No running back reached 75 rushing yards against the Jaguars last season.
- •Quinshon Judkins recorded 827 rushing yards during his 2025 rookie year.
- •The Browns added Tytus Howard, Zion Johnson, Elgton Jenkins, and Spencer Fano to the offensive line.
- 5:06 PMYahoo Sports — Will Quinshon Judkins Be the First RB To Rush for 75+ Yards Against the Jaguars?
"Quinshon Judkins is heading into the Cleveland Browns’ season opener with a chance to make history against one of the NFL’s toughest run defenses. The Jacksonville Jaguars shut down opposing running backs throughout 2025, and no individual rusher managed to reach 75 yards in a game against them. Now, one analyst believes Judkins could be […] The post Will Quinshon Judkins Be the First RB To Rush for 75+ Yards Against the Jaguars? appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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