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James Johnson and Phil Smith from The Jaguars Wire (USA Today) bring you the best and most up to date Jacksonville Jaguars news. "Touchdown Jaguars!" is a tribute to the prospective ownership group "Touchdown Jacksonville!" In 1991, the NFL announced plans to add two expansion teams and "Touchdown Jacksonville!" announced its bid for a team, and Jacksonville was ultimately chosen as one of five finalists. In November 1993, the NFL owners voted 26–2 in favor of awarding the 30th franchise to Jacksonville. James and Phil have been fans of the franchise ever since and have had the honor (and sometimes dishonor) of covering the team professionally since 2017. The rest as they say, is history.
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Send us a text We bounce back from a brutal Texans collapse with a 35–6 statement over the Chargers, powered by clean football, a surging run game and a defense that set the tone on the first snap. One penalty, zero punts and a renewed Trevor Lawrence rhythm point to a clear identity shift. In this week's episode, James covered the following takeaways while discussing Week 11's huge win: • One-penalty performance and why discipline unlocked the offense • Trevor Lawrence’s second-half reset a...
Send us a text We work through a brutal loss to Houston, where a 19-point fourth-quarter lead vanished and the same old issues—penalties, protection, and trench flaws—showed up again. We lay out how Jacksonville can still steer toward the playoffs with trench fixes and cleaner football. Below are the specific talking points we covered this week: • Fourth-quarter collapse after fast start • Defensive line struggles • Offensive line penalties wipe out key plays • Turnovers dry up and pressure ...
Send us a text We gut out a 30–29 overtime win in Las Vegas, then break down why the Jakobi Myers trade fits our offense and our moment. A record 68-yard field goal lifts the locker room, the run game returns, and Trevor Lawrence settles in after a brutal mistake. The specific talking points that were discussed included: • Why a fourth and sixth for Jacoby Myers solves several issues • The plan for Meyers this season • Trevor Lawrence's reset after the interception and red-zone runs • The ret...
Send us a text We break down a 35–7 loss to the Rams that turned optimism into hard questions about quarterback play, receiver reliability, penalties, protection, and coaching choices. The bye week becomes a reset: retool the call sheet, reassess the WR room, and get healthier on defense. The specific topics discussed this week included the following: • Why the offense stalled in London • Trevor Lawrence’s inconsistency vs. context of drops and hits • Brian Thomas Jr.’s traffic...
Send us a text We break down a flat 20–12 loss to the Seahawks, why the trenches failed, and what has to change before the London trip. Credit to Seattle’s plan, but we set firmer expectations for a 4–2 team. In our latest episode we discussed the following topics: • Offensive line pressure and sack surge on Trevor Lawrence • Missing Robert Hainsey’s run blocking and leadership • Special teams regression with Cam Little • Wide receiver matchups and Seattle’s route craft • Clarifying wha...
Send us a text We seize a national-stage win over Kansas City, then flip the cornerback room by trading Tyson Campbell for Greg Newsome. Trevor Lawrence steadies a rough start with his legs, hits BTJ for a dime, and caps the night with an unforgettable scramble for a game winning touchdown. With the last few days being a roller coaster, we covered the win and the following topics: • Trade rationale, contract relief, pick swap details for shipping Campbell to Cleveland for Newsome • Why Newso...
Send us a text Two straight wins change more than the standings; they change how we carry ourselves. The Jags went over to the West Coast and handled business against a beat up 49ers team that is still a very respectable unit. They did this by matching San Francisco’s physical edge, turning special teams into a weapon, and playing complimentary football in the end. With a lot to unpack, we discussed multiple topics after the Jags 26-21 victory, including the following talking points: • Devin ...
Send us a text The Jaguars secure a gritty 17-10 divisional win against the Texans, improving to 2-1 despite offensive struggles as the defense continues its remarkable transformation under Anthony Campanile. • Defense has already forced nine turnovers in three games, including seven interceptions (more than their entire 2023 season total) • Defensive standouts include Jourdan Lewis, Tyson Campbell's crucial strip of Nico Collins, and Josh Hines-Allen who is one of the NFL’s leaders in press...
Send us a text The Jaguars fall to the Bengals 31-27 in a gut-wrenching loss where poor execution and self-inflicted wounds outweighed some promising developments. Despite creating three turnovers and getting strong performances from their running backs, Jacksonville couldn't overcome penalties and struggles in pass coverage. Brian Thomas Jr's concerning struggles Preventable penalties continue to plague the team with multiple illegal shift infractions Tyson Campbell strugglin...
Send us a text The Jaguars traded running back Tank Bigsby to the Philadelphia Eagles for 2026 draft picks while fans were celebrating a convincing 26-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers in their season opener. New General Manager James Gladstone continues stockpiling draft capital as the team shows they can handle business against teams they should beat. Below are the talking points we covered as we discussed Week 1’s win and the aftermath: • Breaking news: Tank Bigsby traded to Philadelph...
Send us a text The Jacksonville Jaguars enter a new era with optimism after a complete leadership overhaul, giving fans legitimate hope for the first time in years. We examine what makes this season different with James Gladstone, Liam Coen, and Tony Boselli bringing a much-needed fresh approach. We also discussed our predictions for Week 1’s game against Carolina, plus the following talking points: • Travis Hunter's unprecedented two-way role as both starting wide receiver and defensive back...
Send us a text We welcome special guest Dilla to discuss the upcoming Jaguars season and all the recent changes to the team, from front office makeovers to roster moves and new coaching philosophies. • The front office transformation from Trent Baalke to James Gladstone has dramatically changed team culture and strategy • Trevor Lawrence looks mechanically improved with faster processing and better decision-making in the pocket • Liam Coen's modern offense features pre-snap motion and "gotch...
Send us a text James Gladstone is reshaping the Jacksonville Jaguars with a bold mentality that fans haven't seen before in Jacksonville. The latest evidence? Trading center Luke Fortner for New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Khalen Saunders - bolstering the team's biggest roster weakness without surrendering draft capital. This proactive approach marks a refreshing change from previous regimes that seemed content to enter the regular season with glaring weaknesses. Whether acquiring Travis...
Send us a text The Touchdown Jaguars podcast returns with co-hosts Phil Barrera and James Johnson breaking down the Jaguars' preseason opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers, highlighting early signs of a new team identity under offensive coordinator Liam Coen. • Trevor Lawrence looks comfortable in new offense, • Liam Coen's system showing creativity with screens, end-arounds, and manageable down-and-distance situations • Travis Hunter impresses primarily on defense, displaying natural corn...
Send us a text Football has returned to Duval! The “Touchdown Jaguars Podcast!” kicks off the preseason with a comprehensive look at training camp developments and what to expect when the Jaguars face the Pittsburgh Steelers in their first preseason game at EverBank Stadium. Host James Johnson dives into the unofficial depth chart released by the team, highlighting several key position battles worth monitoring. The potential offensive line competition between veteran Ezra Cleveland and rookie...
Send us a text The “Touchdown Jaguars!” Podcast returns after its spring hiatus with host James Johnson diving into the most intriguing developments from Jacksonville's recent minicamp sessions. After weeks of practice reports and insider observations, three players have emerged as potential diamonds in the rough who could make significant contributions to the 2025 squad. First up is cornerback Monteric Brown, who's been very active as a pass defender lately. Multiple beat writers have noted...
Send us a text James Gladstone makes a bold statement in his first draft as Jaguars GM by trading up to secure Travis Hunter, signaling a new era of aggressive team building in Jacksonville. • Trading picks 5, 36, 126, and a 2026 first-round pick to move up to pick 2 • Travis Hunter represents a potential game-changing player who can line up at both cornerback and wide receiver • Team plans to primarily use Hunter on offense with situational defensive snaps • Adding Caleb Ransaw (DB, T...
Send us a text Luke Easterling, NFL Draft expert from Athlon Sports, provides deep insights on the Jaguars' options with the fifth overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and discusses key prospects who could transform the team. • Jaguars should prioritize selecting a star player at pick #5 rather than trading down, since they already have ten total draft picks • The elite tier of this draft class includes only three players: Travis Hunter, Abdul Carter, and Ashton Jeanty • Ashton Jenty represent...
Send us a text A new era dawns for the Jacksonville Jaguars as we dive deep into the team's first draft under GM James Gladstone. After years of questionable draft strategies, there's a palpable excitement surrounding how the former Rams executive might approach building around Trevor Lawrence and transforming this roster. Our comprehensive mock draft reveals fascinating possibilities, from trading back to accumulate picks while still landing Ohio State's Emeka Egbuka as the perfect compleme...
Send us a text The tide is turning in Jacksonville as James Johnson breaks down the Jaguars' strategic approach to free agency under new GM James Gladstone. After years of splashy signings and mixed results, the organization appears to be charting a new course—one built on draft capital, calculated additions, and long-term sustainability. Diving deep into all ten free agent acquisitions, James analyzes how each player fits into the larger vision. Dyami Brown brings much-needed vertical speed...
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