There are 5 first-time NFL head coaches this season and they each face distinct challenges
Read full article: There are 5 first-time NFL head coaches this season and they each face distinct challengesAaron Glenn is stepping into his first head coaching role with the New York Jets after years of preparation.
2-time Super Bowl champ Brandon Graham retires after 15 seasons with the Eagles
Read full article: 2-time Super Bowl champ Brandon Graham retires after 15 seasons with the EaglesBrandon Graham retired following a 15-year career in Philadelphia that was highlighted by his role in the defensive play that helped deliver the Eagles their first Super Bowl title.
The Eagles' roster overhaul between two Super Bowl titles is an NFL rarity
Read full article: The Eagles' roster overhaul between two Super Bowl titles is an NFL raritySeven years after Doug Pederson and Nick Foles delivered Philadelphia its first Super Bowl title, Nick Sirianni and Jalen Hurts did it again with a 40-22 win over Kansas City in Super Bowl 59.
Jaguars QB Lawrence says 'we need to get some juice back in this place' with new coach
Read full article: Jaguars QB Lawrence says 'we need to get some juice back in this place' with new coachEven though he was wearing a sling on his left arm, Trevor Lawrence was able to point plenty of fingers — most of them at himself.
NFL coaching moves: Mayo, Pederson are out of a job while Giants elect to keep Daboll
Read full article: NFL coaching moves: Mayo, Pederson are out of a job while Giants elect to keep DabollNew England’s Jerod Mayo and Jacksonville’s Doug Pederson are two NFL coaches out of a job while New York Giants coach Brian Daboll is among those who look like they will be back next fall.
Jaguars fire coach Doug Pederson, keep GM Trent Baalke after 'best team assembled' wins just 4 games
Read full article: Jaguars fire coach Doug Pederson, keep GM Trent Baalke after 'best team assembled' wins just 4 gamesDoug Pederson is out as Jacksonville’s head coach after the franchise’s “best team assembled” won just four games.
Jaguars return home after getting stuck on Indianapolis tarmac for 7 hours during storm
Read full article: Jaguars return home after getting stuck on Indianapolis tarmac for 7 hours during stormThe Jacksonville Jaguars are home after spending seven hours waiting through a winter storm on the tarmac at Indianapolis International Airport.
Colts owner Jim Irsay says he's retaining GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen
Read full article: Colts owner Jim Irsay says he's retaining GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane SteichenIndianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay intends to bring back longtime general manager Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen for another season.
Jonathan Taylor and Joe Flacco lead Colts to 26-23 overtime win over Jaguars
Read full article: Jonathan Taylor and Joe Flacco lead Colts to 26-23 overtime win over JaguarsJonathan Taylor ran for 177 yards, including 33 yards on six consecutive carries in overtime to set up Matt Gay’s go-ahead 38-yard field goal, and the Indianapolis Colts beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 26-23.
If Jaguars owner Shad Khan cleans house, there's plenty to like about the potential openings
Read full article: If Jaguars owner Shad Khan cleans house, there's plenty to like about the potential openingsHow appealing would the Jacksonville Jaguars' openings be if owner Shad Khan fires coach Doug Pederson and/or general manager Trent Baalke.
Sirianni and Ertz cleared the air after exchanging words following Washington's win over the Eagles
Read full article: Sirianni and Ertz cleared the air after exchanging words following Washington's win over the EaglesEagles coach Nick Sirianni and Commanders tight end Zach Ertz cleared the air after they exchanged words following Washington’s comeback win over Philadelphia on Sunday.
Vintage performances by Davante Adams and Aaron Rodgers carry Jets past defenseless Jaguars 32-25
Read full article: Vintage performances by Davante Adams and Aaron Rodgers carry Jets past defenseless Jaguars 32-25Davante Adams caught nine passes for 198 yards and two touchdowns all in the second half and the New York Jets rallied to beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 32-25 to end a four-game skid.
Jaguars score final 10 points, end Titans' slim playoff hopes with 10-6 win
Read full article: Jaguars score final 10 points, end Titans' slim playoff hopes with 10-6 winTank Bigsby ran for an 8-yard touchdown with 6:46 left and the Jacksonville Jaguars snapped a five-game skid and ended the Tennessee Titans’ slim playoff hopes Sunday by scoring the final 10 points for a 10-6 victory.
Jaguars coach Doug Pederson defends his team's reaction to illegal hit on QB Trevor Lawrence
Read full article: Jaguars coach Doug Pederson defends his team's reaction to illegal hit on QB Trevor LawrenceJacksonville Jaguars coach Doug Pederson has no problem with how his team reacted to the illegal hit on quarterback Trevor Lawrence.
Houston's Al-Shaair apologizes for hit on Jacksonville's Lawrence that led to concussion
Read full article: Houston's Al-Shaair apologizes for hit on Jacksonville's Lawrence that led to concussionHouston’s Azeez Al-Shaair took to X to apologize to Jacksonville’s Trevor Lawrence after his violent blow to the quarterback’s facemask led to him being carted off the field with a concussion.
Doug Pederson on his job status entering Jaguars’ bye week: ‘I can’t control that’
Read full article: Doug Pederson on his job status entering Jaguars’ bye week: ‘I can’t control that’Jacksonville Jaguars coach Doug Pederson acknowledged his shaky job status after his team was humiliated by the Detroit Lions.
Jared Goff and NFC-leading Lions score at will in 52-6 win over Jaguars
Read full article: Jared Goff and NFC-leading Lions score at will in 52-6 win over JaguarsJared Goff threw two of his four touchdown passes to Amon-Ra St. Brown, David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs combined for three rushing touchdowns and the Detroit Lions routed the Jacksonville Jaguars 52-6.
Stingy Vikings hold the clawless Jaguars to 143 yards in a 12-7 victory and improve to 7-2
Read full article: Stingy Vikings hold the clawless Jaguars to 143 yards in a 12-7 victory and improve to 7-2Minnesota’s stingy defense held Jacksonville to 143 yards which are the fewest in coach Doug Pederson’s three seasons and the Vikings overcame Sam Darnold’s three interceptions to beat the Jaguars 12-7.
Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence out vs the Vikings, leaving Mac Jones to start, AP source says
Read full article: Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence out vs the Vikings, leaving Mac Jones to start, AP source saysA person familiar with the decision says Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence will miss the second game of his NFL career.
Bigsby scores 2 TDs as Jaguars show fight in 32-16 win over Patriots in London
Read full article: Bigsby scores 2 TDs as Jaguars show fight in 32-16 win over Patriots in LondonTank Bigsby rushed for 118 yards and two touchdowns and Parker Washington returned a punt 96 yards for a score in Jacksonville’s 32-16 comeback win over the New England Patriots at Wembley Stadium.
On Football: It's early enough for NFL coaches on the hot seat to cool criticism with a few wins
Read full article: On Football: It's early enough for NFL coaches on the hot seat to cool criticism with a few winsDoug Pederson won a Super Bowl with a backup quarterback and turned a perennial loser into a playoff winner in his first season.
Analysis: History suggests a team will make a big leap to reach a conference championship game
Read full article: Analysis: History suggests a team will make a big leap to reach a conference championship gameSome of the 18 NFL teams that missed the playoffs last year have reason to hope for much greater success this season.
Mac Jones throws a pair of TD passes and moves closer to securing a backup job as Jags top Bucs 20-7
Read full article: Mac Jones throws a pair of TD passes and moves closer to securing a backup job as Jags top Bucs 20-7Mac Jones threw for 210 yards and two touchdowns, taking a step toward formally securing Jacksonville’s backup job, and the Jaguars beat Tampa Bay 20-7 in a preseason game featuring few starters.
First full weekend of new NFL kickoff rule brings 2 long returns and plenty of confusion
Read full article: First full weekend of new NFL kickoff rule brings 2 long returns and plenty of confusionThe first full weekend of exhibition games featuring the NFL's new dynamic kickoff featured two long returns, a significant drop in touchbacks and mass confusion on an odd play that ended up as a rare safety.
Jags owner Khan calls 2023 collapse an 'organizational failure' and says it can't happen again
Read full article: Jags owner Khan calls 2023 collapse an 'organizational failure' and says it can't happen againJacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan called last year’s late-season collapse an “organizational failure.”.
Let’s draft two! Jaguars double up on LSU stars by selecting WR Thomas Jr. and DT Smith early
Read full article: Let’s draft two! Jaguars double up on LSU stars by selecting WR Thomas Jr. and DT Smith earlyFormer LSU teammates Brian Thomas Jr. and Maason Smith are reuniting 600 miles east of Baton Rouge after the Jacksonville Jaguars selected them in consecutive rounds of the NFL draft.
Jaguars fire defensive coordinator Mike Caldwell, seven assistants after late-season collapse
Read full article: Jaguars fire defensive coordinator Mike Caldwell, seven assistants after late-season collapseDefensive coordinator Mike Caldwell and seven of his assistants ended up taking the fall for the biggest late-season collapse in Jacksonville Jaguars history.
Jaguars QB Lawrence taking 'cautious and aggressive' approach to returning from sprained shoulder
Read full article: Jaguars QB Lawrence taking 'cautious and aggressive' approach to returning from sprained shoulderTrevor Lawrence is trying to be cautious and aggressive with his sprained throwing shoulder.
Jags QB Trevor Lawrence practices with hopes of clearing concussion protocol and playing at Bucs
Read full article: Jags QB Trevor Lawrence practices with hopes of clearing concussion protocol and playing at BucsJacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence is practicing despite remaining in the NFL’s concussion protocol.
Trevor Lawrence throws for 364 yards, Texans miss late field goal as Jags hold on for 24-21 win
Read full article: Trevor Lawrence throws for 364 yards, Texans miss late field goal as Jags hold on for 24-21 winTrevor Lawrence threw for 364 yards and a touchdown, and the AFC South-leading Jacksonville Jaguars escaped with a 24-21 victory over the division rival Houston Texans.
Andy Reid again lands the lead spot in AP’s NFL Top 5 head coach rankings
Read full article: Andy Reid again lands the lead spot in AP’s NFL Top 5 head coach rankingsAndy Reid again was a near-unanimous choice by The Associated Press for the top spot among NFL head coaches, receiving eight of nine first-place votes.
Etienne runs for 2 TDs and Jaguars beat Bills 25-20 for back-to-back London wins
Read full article: Etienne runs for 2 TDs and Jaguars beat Bills 25-20 for back-to-back London winsTravis Etienne rushed for 136 yards and two fourth-quarter touchdowns and the Jacksonville Jaguars beat the jet-lagged Buffalo Bills 25-20 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Lawrence, Ridley and defense help Jaguars beat Falcons 23-7 in London
Read full article: Lawrence, Ridley and defense help Jaguars beat Falcons 23-7 in LondonCalvin Ridley caught a touchdown pass against his old team and Darious Williams returned an interception for a 61-yard score and the Jacksonville Jaguars beat the Atlanta Falcons 23-7 at Wembley Stadium.
Chiefs overcome mistakes to beat Jaguars 17-9, Kansas City’s 3rd win vs Jacksonville in 10 months
Read full article: Chiefs overcome mistakes to beat Jaguars 17-9, Kansas City’s 3rd win vs Jacksonville in 10 monthsPatrick Mahomes threw two touchdown passes, including one to returning star Travis Kelce, and the Kansas City Chiefs overcame three early turnovers to beat Jacksonville 17-9 for their third victory against the Jaguars in 10 months.
Jaguars head into Doug Pederson’s 2nd season with ‘so much confidence in that locker room’
Read full article: Jaguars head into Doug Pederson’s 2nd season with ‘so much confidence in that locker room’Jacksonville Jaguars coach Doug Pederson has a much better feel for his team now than he did a year ago.
Pro Picks: Mahomes, Chiefs up for a tough task vs. Lions
Read full article: Pro Picks: Mahomes, Chiefs up for a tough task vs. LionsThe Kansas City Chiefs will have Patrick Mahomes under center after they raise their championship banner and embark on a quest to become the first team to repeat in nearly two decades.
Aaron Rodgers' quest to turn Jets into contenders is NFL's top storyline entering the season
Read full article: Aaron Rodgers' quest to turn Jets into contenders is NFL's top storyline entering the seasonThe biggest storyline in the first NFL season this century without Tom Brady centers on Aaron Rodgers’ quest to turn the New York Jets into a championship contender.
Andy Reid turned a 6-inch binder into a Hall of Fame resume
Read full article: Andy Reid turned a 6-inch binder into a Hall of Fame resumeAndy Reid was an unknown assistant in Green Bay when Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie took a chance on hiring Brett Favre’s position coach to revive a struggling franchise in Philadelphia.
Jags rout Texans 31-3 to end 9-game skid vs. Houston
Read full article: Jags rout Texans 31-3 to end 9-game skid vs. HoustonTravis Etienne ran for 108 yards and a touchdown before halftime, Tyson Campbell returned a fumble for a score and the Jacksonville Jaguars snapped a nine-game skid against Houston by routing the Texans 31-3 for their fourth straight victory overall.
Chiefs' Mahomes feels good after high pass volume vs Titans
Read full article: Chiefs' Mahomes feels good after high pass volume vs TitansPatrick Mahomes said Wednesday that his right arm was feeling just fine after setting Kansas City Chiefs records for pass attempts and completions in last weekend’s come-from-behind overtime win over the Tennessee Titans.
Falcons-Panthers back at it less than 2 weeks after OT game
Read full article: Falcons-Panthers back at it less than 2 weeks after OT gameThe worst division in the NFL gets a prime-time matchup when the Carolina Panthers and Atlanta Falcons meet for the second time in less than two weeks on Thursday night.
Undefeated Eagles spoil Pederson’s return, top Jaguars 29-21
Read full article: Undefeated Eagles spoil Pederson’s return, top Jaguars 29-21Miles Sanders ran for 134 yards and two touchdowns, Jalen Hurts threw for 204 yards and ran for a score and the Philadelphia Eagles beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 29-21.
Undefeated Eagles spoil Pederson's return, top Jaguars 29-21
Read full article: Undefeated Eagles spoil Pederson's return, top Jaguars 29-21Miles Sanders ran for 134 yards and two touchdowns, Jalen Hurts threw for 204 yards and ran for a score and the Philadelphia Eagles beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 29-21.
Hurts, so good! Eagles QB dominant in 24-7 win over Vikings
Read full article: Hurts, so good! Eagles QB dominant in 24-7 win over VikingsJalen Hurts threw for 333 yards and a touchdown and he ran for 57 yards and two more scores to lead the Philadelphia Eagles to a 24-7 win over the Minnesota Vikings.
Jags’ home win streak vs Colts reaches 8 with 24-0 shutout
Read full article: Jags’ home win streak vs Colts reaches 8 with 24-0 shutoutTrevor Lawrence threw two touchdown passes to Christian Kirk, and Jacksonville dominated short-handed Indianapolis 24-0 on Sunday for its eighth consecutive home victory in the series.
Jags' home win streak vs Colts reaches 8 with 24-0 shutout
Read full article: Jags' home win streak vs Colts reaches 8 with 24-0 shutoutTrevor Lawrence threw two touchdown passes to Christian Kirk, and Jacksonville dominated short-handed Indianapolis 24-0 on Sunday for its eighth consecutive home victory in the series.
Defending Super Bowl champion Rams open season as underdogs
Read full article: Defending Super Bowl champion Rams open season as underdogsMatthew Stafford, Aaron Donald and the Los Angeles Rams will raise their Super Bowl banner Thursday night before kicking off the NFL season at home where they became the second straight team to hoist the Vince Lombardi trophy in their own stadium.
Raiders give McDaniels happy homecoming, beat Jaguars 27-11
Read full article: Raiders give McDaniels happy homecoming, beat Jaguars 27-11Josh Jacobs and rookie Zamir White ran well on a rain-soaked field and the Raiders routed Jacksonville 27-11 in the Hall of Fame game Thursday night, spoiling coach Doug Pederson’s first game with the Jaguars.
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Bieniemy doesn't ask to be 'poster boy' for Black coaches
Read full article: Bieniemy doesn't ask to be 'poster boy' for Black coachesBieniemy has become the cause celebre when it comes to minority assistants who have been denied the opportunity to become head coaches in the NFL. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)Eric Bieniemy has become the cause celebre when it comes to minority assistants who have been denied the opportunity to become NFL head coaches. “I did not ask be the poster boy of this particular situation that I have experienced,” Bieniemy said Tuesday. “I don’t understand everything, I am not an owner, I don’t sit in those meetings to interview head coaches,” Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said. Bieniemy isn’t alone when it comes to minority coordinators in the Super Bowl who didn’t get a head coaching offer this offseason.
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More interviews didn’t equal more minority hirings in NFL
Read full article: More interviews didn’t equal more minority hirings in NFL(AP Photo)The NFL expanded the Rooney Rule to give more minority candidates opportunities to become a head coach and reward teams who develop them. The Houston Texans hired David Culley this week, making the 65-year-old longtime assistant the league’s third Black head coach hired. Culley and Saleh join Pittsburgh’s Mike Tomlin, Miami’s Brian Flores and Washington’s Ron Rivera as the league’s only minority head coaches. “We didn’t make as much progress on the head coaching side as we would have liked,” Rooney said. AdPerhaps an increase in minority executives will lead to more minority head coaches.
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Chiefs' Bieniemy misses out on head coach job once again
Read full article: Chiefs' Bieniemy misses out on head coach job once again– Tyreek Hill was thrilled to hear that his first wide receivers coach, David Culley, was going to be an NFL head coach. After interviewing for six openings, Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy ultimately was passed over during the annual coaching carousel. That became official when the Houston Texans hired Culley, the long-time Andy Reid assistant who had been the assistant head coach in Baltimore. “I mean, I'm not a GM or anything but I will say, Coach Bieniemy has helped me a lot,” Hill said Thursday, after the Chiefs finished their first real practice for the Super Bowl. He wants to be a head coach.
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Eagles hire Colts OC Nick Sirianni as head coach
Read full article: Eagles hire Colts OC Nick Sirianni as head coachFILE- In this Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019, file photo, Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni speaks during a news conference at the NFL football team's facility in Indianapolis. The Philadelphia Eagles are nearing a deal to hire Nick Sirianni to be their head coach, according to two people familiar with the decision. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)PHILADELPHIA – Three days after choosing Nick Sirianni to be their new coach, the Philadelphia Eagles made it official. He worked under coach Frank Reich, who was offensive coordinator in Philadelphia when the Eagles won the Super Bowl three years ago. The Colts finished in the top 10 in points and yards in two of Sirianni’s three seasons as offensive coordinator.