Updated
Updated · Sports Illustrated · Aug 19
Lawrence Throws 3 Red-Zone TDs as Brian Thomas Jr. Stars in Jaguars-Panthers Practice
Updated
Updated · Sports Illustrated · Aug 19

Lawrence Throws 3 Red-Zone TDs as Brian Thomas Jr. Stars in Jaguars-Panthers Practice

3 articles · Updated · Sports Illustrated · Aug 19

Summary

  • Three straight red-zone touchdowns highlighted one of Trevor Lawrence's sharpest camp practices, with the Jaguars quarterback also hitting deep throws despite one interception and a pair of overthrows.
  • Brian Thomas Jr. emerged again as Jacksonville's top target, consistently separating and finishing a key first-down catch through contact while Parker Washington remained out for a second day.
  • Jarrian Jones helped check Panthers receiver Tetairoa McMillan on one notable pass breakup, reinforcing Jacksonville's belief it can deploy four starting-caliber cornerbacks together in passing situations.
  • Ezra Cleveland set the tone at right guard in a physical session, while coach Liam Coen praised the offense's toughness and backed Nick Mullens after the backup's strong two-day rebound.
  • The practice also sharpened roster battles: Wyatt Milum's injury and Cleveland's form cloud the right-guard race, while big days from Tanner Koziol and Nate Boerkircher tightened the fight for tight-end spots.

Insights

Did the Jaguars truly fix their red-zone flaws, or did Carolina's defense simply fail to show up?
Could Jacksonville's crowded running back committee actually disrupt their offensive rhythm when the real games begin?
Will Liam Coen risk his newly energized starters in Friday's preseason clash after such a brutal practice?