The Jacksonville Jaguars conducted their annual Teal and White mock game at the Miller Electric Center on Friday morning. This two-and-a-half-hour padded session provided the most game-like evaluation of the roster so far in the 2026 preseason. The event showcased several individual performances, brought to light some injury concerns, and offered a clearer view of various roster battles as the team prepares for upcoming joint practices.
Head Coach Liam Coen‘s second training camp featured a mock game during a two-hour, thirty-minute practice in full pads. Among the notable offensive players, wide receiver Parker Washington continued to demonstrate a strong connection with quarterback Trevor Lawrence. Their tandem achieved multiple key gains and a touchdown during the mock game, reinforcing Washington’s role as a primary target for Lawrence in critical situations.
Offensive and Defensive Standouts
Washington’s performance was highlighted by a 35-yard catch and run that ignited the first-team offense early in the session. He later concluded the drive with a two-yard contested touchdown reception over cornerback Jabbar Muhammad, following a 15-yard catch to enter the red zone. Wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. also made a significant play, catching one of Lawrence’s three touchdown passes. Running back LeQuint Allen Jr. secured another touchdown reception.
On the defensive side, second-year edge rusher B.J. Green II delivered a dominant performance. Green initiated his day with a tackle for a loss and immediately followed it with a sack on the subsequent play. He later recorded a second sack, accumulating a total of four sacks and a tackle for a loss, primarily against Jimto Obidegwu. His impactful showing was described as the most emphatic individual statement made by any player in camp regarding their role on the roster.
Rookie edge rusher Zach Durfee also had a significant day, beating Walker Little for a potential sack on the mock game’s opening play, which led to Little’s early exit from the afternoon session. Durfee later added a second sack against Wyatt Milum on third down, continuing a camp trend of the seventh-round rookie making a strong impression in the pass rush rotation. Defensive tackle Arik Armstead was also noted for being disruptive, and Durfee was frequently near the quarterback.
The defense as a whole, particularly the No. 1 unit, performed strongly against the No. 2 offense. The defensive line consistently pressured backup quarterback Nick Mullens. Green recorded multiple sacks, with Travon Walker, Durfee, and Dennis Gardeck also registering sacks. Cornerback Buster Brown made a highlight play with a leaping interception off Mullens, contributing to a strong showing by coordinator Anthony Campanile‘s unit.
Injury Concerns and Offensive Line Adjustments
The mock game brought several injury concerns to the forefront. Left tackle Cole Van Lanen and Garrett DiGiorgio remained on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list. Starting right guard Patrick Mekari did not participate in team periods, and rookie lineman Emmanuel Pregnon was also absent early in the session. Walker Little left the game after the first drive due to an injury sustained on the opening play, further complicating the tackle situation. Chuma Edoga, who stepped in as swing tackle, was also hobbled initially but eventually returned to practice.
With multiple offensive linemen unavailable or limited, the Jaguars utilized various combinations along the front five. The primary alignment featured Anton Harrison at left tackle, Ezra Cleveland at left guard, and Robert Hainsey at center. Jonah Monheim played right guard, and Wyatt Milum was at right tackle. Monheim delivered a clean performance without surrendering clear sacks or pressures. Milum, who worked at both right tackle and right guard, experienced a challenging start with a false start and a sack by Durfee, but he stabilized his play by the end of the day. The competition for the right guard position between Milum and Mekari is expected to be closely watched during the upcoming joint practices.
Lawrence, after a quiet start, found his rhythm as the session progressed. He connected with Washington twice during the third drive and maintained consistent accuracy in the intermediate range, between 15 to 25 yards. An early end zone pass to Thomas Jr. nearly resulted in an interception, with cornerback Keni H Lovely getting hands on the ball. Lawrence addressed this play after practice, attributing it to a communication and timing issue with Thomas. He later recovered to complete a back-shoulder throw to Thomas Jr. in the red zone for a touchdown, following a missed deep ball to Jakobi Meyers.
Safety Competition and Upcoming Schedule
The competition for the third safety position remains open, a crucial role in Campanile’s three-safety defensive packages. Second-year safety Rayuan Lane provided tight coverage on tight end Tanner Koziol with multiple quality reps in the red zone. Caleb Ransaw recorded a pair of physical run stops during the red zone period. Jalen Huskey continued to integrate into the rotation, forcing an incompletion. All three players are making credible cases for the position as the team heads into joint practices.
The Jaguars are scheduled for a walkthrough on Saturday, followed by a padded practice on Sunday. They will have Monday off before beginning preparations for joint practices with the New Orleans Saints.
The mock game provided valuable insights into the team’s progress and individual player development. The strong performances from players like Washington and Green, combined with the ongoing position battles, suggest a competitive environment as the team moves closer to the regular season. The team will continue to evaluate players and address any lingering issues during the upcoming practices.
The Jaguars will have a walkthrough on Saturday before practicing in pads Sunday.
The team is off Monday, followed by preparation for joint practices with the New Orleans Saints.
Source: jaguars.com
Mason Reed
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