The Jacksonville Jaguars enter the week at 7-4, looking to continue their two-game win streak. They are on the road for the second week in a row, this time against the 1-10 Tennessee Titans. A win this week would set up Jacksonville with an opportunity to claim the division lead over the Colts in week 14.
Here is the injury report for the Jaguars ahead of Sunday’s divisional matchup:
WR Brian Thomas Jr.
Ankle
Brian Thomas Jr. is finally healthy, marking the first time this season that he and Jakobi Meyers will share the field together. Getting Trevor Lawrence’s top wideout back should elevate the entire passing attack. Meyers and Parker Washington have performed well in his absence, but the offense has lacked a true vertical presence without Thomas stretching the field.
Seeing Thomas, Meyers, Washington, and a healthy Brenton Strange together gives Jacksonville their most complete skill group of the season. Thomas started the year slowly, yet he remains the most gifted receiver on the roster. Against a struggling Titans defense, his ability to win deep could be a major factor as the Jaguars push toward the postseason.
TE Hunter Long
Knee
Hunter Long is fully healthy and returns to a tight end room that is finally back at full strength. With Strange back last week and Long joining him now, Jacksonville has its best combination of blocking and red zone reliability since early in the season. Long has been a steady contributor when healthy and should provide Lawrence with another dependable option near the goal line.
Having the full tight end rotation available for the first time since Week 5 is a major boost. The Titans have struggled to defend tight ends this season, and the Jaguars could look to take advantage of that with both Strange and Long available in key situations.
OL Anton Harrison
Knee/Ankle
Anton Harrison is healthy and ready to resume his starting role at right tackle. He has been one of the Jaguars’ most consistent linemen this season and gives the offense much-needed stability up front. As more offensive starters return to the lineup, Jacksonville appears poised to build real momentum late in the year.
The Titans’ pass rush has been inconsistent, and Harrison’s presence gives Lawrence added protection against Tennessee’s front. His return, combined with the improved health across the offense, could be a key part of a potential late-season surge.
OL Patrick Mekari
Concussion
Patrick Mekari is out after not practicing all week due to a concussion. While losing a starter is never ideal, Mekari’s absence is manageable thanks to rookie Wyatt Milum stepping in. Milum has demonstrated excellent pass-blocking skills and could even provide an upgrade over Mekari, based on recent play.
According to PFSN’s Player OLine Impact Rankings, Mekari holds a 75.8 grade, ranking fifth on the team, and he leads the Jaguars’ offensive line in penalties. Milum starting may provide a cleaner, more stable performance against a Titans defense that has struggled to generate consistent pressure.
OL Chuma Edoga
Calf
Chuma Edoga is out after missing practice the entire week. His absence weakens the Jaguars’ depth at tackle, but the timing aligns well with Harrison returning to full health. Had Harrison remained limited, this loss would have been far more impactful.
Depth is always important on the offensive line, yet Edoga likely would not have played substantial snaps even if healthy. Jacksonville will hope the rest of the line stays intact to avoid further strain at the position.
DE Travon Walker
Knee
Travon Walker is out once again as he deals with a knee injury, and his absence remains the most significant loss for the Jaguars this week. The pass rush has struggled to find consistency, and missing their most physical edge defender offers no relief in that area. Walker’s ability to set the edge and disrupt the run game has also been difficult to replace.
Dennis Gardeck has stepped up admirably, showing strong pass-rushing flashes and earning more snaps. Expect Gardeck to start opposite Josh Hines-Allen against the Titans, giving Jacksonville a high-motor edge duo, but one that still lacks Walker’s power and versatility.
DL Danny Striggow
Knee
Danny Striggow dealt with a knee issue during the practice week, but is healthy and ready for Sunday. The undrafted rookie has been one of the most pleasant surprises on the defense, steadily earning more snaps as injuries mount along the edge. His explosiveness and effort have stood out in limited action.
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Striggow should continue to be the primary rotational edge presence behind Hines-Allen and Gardeck. His development has been promising enough that he should continue seeing opportunities even when Walker returns to the lineup.
DT Arik Armstead
Hand
Arik Armstead briefly managed a hand injury during the week but is fully ready for Week 13. His presence inside is vital, as he has played some of the best football of his career this season. Armstead has reemerged as one of the league’s more disruptive interior pass rushers and remains a steady leader on the defense.
Against a Titans team that leans heavily on its ground game, Armstead’s ability to win at the point of attack and collapse the pocket will be critical. Jacksonville will rely on him heavily with Walker unavailable.
LB Yasir Abdullah
Finger
Yasir Abdullah will play despite being limited during the week. He remains an important piece for Jacksonville, primarily due to his impact on special teams. Abdullah often goes unnoticed in box scores, but his speed and tackling consistency make the Jaguars’ special teams unit significantly better.
His presence on kick coverage and punt return defense provides stability for one of the strongest special teams groups in the league. Any defensive snaps he earns will be a bonus, but his core value lies in his ability to bolster the third phase.
CB Jourdan Lewis
Neck
Jourdan Lewis is healthy and will return for the first time since Week 9, giving the Jaguars a major boost in coverage. Lewis is one of the league’s better slot cornerbacks and immediately strengthens the middle of Jacksonville’s defense. His return also restores veteran leadership to a secondary that has battled injuries all season.
With the Titans struggling in the passing game, Lewis’s ability to blanket slot receivers could shut down one of the few areas Tennessee has been able to attack. His return may prove to be one of the most underrated advantages Jacksonville has this week.
CB Jarrian Jones
Quad
Jarrian Jones will play after being limited throughout the week. He excelled in Lewis’s absence as the starter in the slot, showing impressive instincts and quickness. With Lewis back, Jones will shift into his rotational role, providing valuable depth.
Expect Jones to see snaps both inside and outside as the Jaguars rotate their corners. His versatility gives the coaching staff options, allowing them to mix coverages and matchups depending on the Titans’ formations.
CB Christian Braswell
Hamstring
Christian Braswell remains available despite practicing in a limited capacity all week. He has seen increased playing time recently due to injuries to Greg Newsome and Lewis, performing steadily in those opportunities. With both starters back, Braswell’s defensive snaps will likely decrease.
Jones will assume the primary rotational role, leaving Braswell primarily as depth this week. Even so, his availability is important as the Jaguars enter the matchup with three healthy boundary corners for the first time in weeks.
S Eric Murray
Neck
Eric Murray had a chance to return from injured reserve but will remain out this week. The Jaguars have been cautious with his recovery, and holding him out until he is fully ready is the smart approach.
Jacksonville expects him to return in Week 14 against the Colts. Until then, Johnson will continue to start, and the Jaguars will look forward to adding another veteran back into the secondary as the playoff race tightens.
S Antonio Johnson
Elbow
Antonio Johnson is healthy after managing a minor elbow injury during the week. He has filled in as the starter at strong safety in place of Murray and has been very impressive despite ups and downs. He is responsible for multiple key turnovers and pass breakups, and hasn’t been penalized once this season.
Against Tennessee’s inconsistent passing attack, Johnson’s range and ball skills should give Jacksonville confidence. He has held up well in coverage and appears comfortable in the role until Murray is ready to return.
