Engram Hamstring Injury: Jaguars TE Won't Play Browns
The Jacksonville Jaguars will be without their star tight end, Evan Engram, for their Week 12 matchup against the Cleveland Browns. The team announced on Friday that Engram has been ruled out for the game due to a hamstring injury suffered in their Week 11 win against the Baltimore Ravens.
Engram has been a crucial part of the Jaguars' offense this season, leading the team in both receptions (45) and receiving yards (473). His absence will be a significant blow to the Jacksonville offense, especially as they face a Browns defense that ranks 12th in the league in points allowed.
Impact on Jaguars' Offense
Engram's absence will force the Jaguars to rely more heavily on their other receiving options, including Christian Kirk, Zay Jones, and Trevor Lawrence, who has established a strong connection with Engram throughout the season.
The Jaguars will likely look to use Luke Farrell and Dan Arnold as their primary tight ends in Engram's absence. However, neither player possesses the same skillset or level of experience as Engram, who has proven to be a valuable red-zone target and a threat both in the short and intermediate passing game.
Potential Impact on the Game
With Engram out, the Browns may be able to focus more attention on stopping the other threats in the Jaguars' offense, making it harder for Jacksonville to move the ball consistently.
The Jaguars' offense has been one of the most explosive in the league this season, but the absence of Engram could significantly limit their offensive potential against a strong Browns defense.
What's Next for Engram?
The Jaguars have not yet announced a timeline for Engram's return, but his absence is expected to be at least one game. The severity of his injury will ultimately determine how long he remains sidelined.
The Jaguars will hope that Engram can recover quickly and return to the field soon, but their offense will be facing a tough challenge in the meantime.
