Injury-plagued Jaguars lose TE Evan Engram for the season; Brenton Strange steps up

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Jaguars tight end Evan Engram will undergo season-ending surgery for a torn labrum in his left shoulder, leaving a void in the team's passing game.

Why it matters: Engram's injury is a significant blow to the Jaguars' offense, as he was expected to be a key target for quarterback Trevor Lawrence.

  • Engram's absence will require other players to step up and fill the void in the passing game.
  • The Jaguars will need to adjust their offensive game plan without Engram's presence on the field.

What's new: Head coach Doug Pederson confirmed that Engram will undergo surgery for his shoulder injury after an additional MRI revealed the full extent of the damage.

  • Engram suffered the injury during last Sunday's game against the Titans.
  • This news comes as a disappointment for Engram, who finishes his third season with the Jaguars with a dropoff in production compared to previous years.

Yes, but: Despite Engram's injury, the Jaguars remain optimistic and emphasize the "next man up" mentality.

  • Second-year tight end Brenton Strange is expected to have a more prominent role in the passing game following Engram's injury.
  • Coach Pederson stressed the need for the entire offense to rally together and maintain a positive mindset despite the setback.

What to watch: Keep an eye on how the Jaguars adjust their offensive strategy in Engram's absence.

  • Lawrence will need to develop chemistry with other receiving options to compensate for the loss of Engram.
  • The Jaguars may rely more heavily on their running game or involve other tight ends and wide receivers in the passing attack.

The bottom line: Evan Engram's season-ending injury forces the Jaguars to adapt and find alternative options in their passing game.

  • As the team continues to rebuild and develop young talent, they must overcome obstacles like this and demonstrate resilience.
  • The success of the Jaguars' offense will depend on how effectively they adjust and fill the void left by Engram's absence.