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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 cornerback skills while also getting limited offensive snaps
• Cam Little steals the show with NFL preseason record 70-yard field goal that changes strategic calculations
• Defensive concerns remain but many issues appear fixable with several key players missing from action
• Quarterback Seth Hennigan showing impressive arm talent in late-game action
• Potential roster battles emerging at receiver between Joshua Cephas, Trenton Irwin and Austin Trammell
• Questions surfacing about Tyson Campbell's development and health status as a cornerstone defensive player

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James Johnson and Phil Barrera 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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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 Wyatt Milum at left guard promises to be one of the more intriguing storylines, with Milum set to likely get significant snaps against Pittsburgh. Meanwhile, the running backs room features a fascinating competition with Tank Bigsby appearing to lead Travis Etienne for first-team reps, though both are expected to play significant roles in Liam Coen's offense. Seventh-round pick LeQuint Allen has impressed in pass protection, potentially earning him third-down opportunities ahead of fellow rookie Bhayshul Tuten, who is battling an injury.

The podcast features an exclusive interview with Jamal St. Cyr from News4Jax, who has attended all nine training camp sessions. St. Cyr provides invaluable insights on Trevor Lawrence's progression (including acing a 100-question offensive test), Travis Hunter's remarkable two-way ability, and the defensive tackle position emerging as the team's biggest concern with injuries to Arik Armstead and Maason Smith. He boldly predicts Hunter could potentially win both Offensive and Defensive Rookie of the Year honors based on his camp performance, noting veterans have been impressed by Hunter's mastery of both playbooks without the mental mistakes typically expected from rookies.

From Josh Allen and Travon Walker's dominance on the edge to under-the-radar players making pushes for roster spots, this episode provides everything Jaguars fans need to know as preseason football arrives. Subscribe now for weekly coverage throughout the 2024 season as the Jaguars look to fulfill their potential under a revamped coaching staff.

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James Johnson and Phil Barrera 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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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 his consistent playmaking, with some suggesting he could push for significant snaps this season. A big part of it could be the change at defensive coordinator as Anthony Campanile, who’s seems to be impacting many defensive backs.

On the offensive side, seventh-round running back LeQuint Allen continues to impress with his receiving skills, and James explains why he’s just scratching the surface. With speculation that Travis Etienne might be entering his final season with the team, Allen could be positioning himself as part of the succession plan at running back.

Meanwhile, former undrafted receiver Joshua Cephus has capitalized on a full year of NFL practice experience to stand out in passing drills, potentially pushing for a roster spot if he can demonstrate special teams value.

Beyond individual player assessments, James explores the cultural shift taking place under Jacksonville's new coaching regime. The emphasis on tailoring schemes to player strengths rather than forcing square pegs into round holes appears to be extracting more talent from both starters and depth players alike—a promising development for a team looking to rebound from last season's disappointment. As training camp approaches, these emerging talents will face their biggest tests yet when the pads come on and preseason games begin.

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James Johnson and Phil Barrera 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.