Evan Engram Injured: Jaguars TE Out vs Browns
The Jacksonville Jaguars will be without their starting tight end, Evan Engram, for their Week 12 matchup against the Cleveland Browns. The news came as a blow to the Jaguars, who are looking to continue their strong start to the season.
Engram sustained a knee injury during the Jaguars' Week 11 victory over the Baltimore Ravens. He left the game in the second quarter and did not return. The injury is believed to be a Grade 1 MCL sprain, which typically carries a recovery time of 2-4 weeks.
The Jaguars have not officially ruled Engram out for the rest of the season. However, it is unlikely that he will return in time for the Browns game. The Jaguars will have to rely on their other tight ends, Luke Farrell and Dan Arnold, to fill the void in Engram's absence.
Engram's absence will be a significant loss for the Jaguars. He has been a key offensive weapon for the team, leading the Jaguars in both receptions and receiving yards among tight ends. He has also been a valuable target for quarterback Trevor Lawrence, forming a strong connection with the young quarterback.
The Jaguars will need to adjust their offensive game plan in Engram's absence. They will need to find ways to create space for their other receivers and exploit mismatches against the Browns' defense.
Here are some of the implications of Engram's injury:
- Increased workload for Luke Farrell and Dan Arnold: The Jaguars will rely on these two tight ends to step up in Engram's absence. Farrell and Arnold are solid blockers but have not been as productive in the passing game as Engram.
- Potential adjustments to the offensive game plan: The Jaguars may need to rely more on their running game to take the pressure off their passing attack. They may also need to make adjustments to their play-calling to account for the absence of Engram's big-play ability.
- Impact on Trevor Lawrence's performance: Lawrence will need to find ways to connect with his other receivers and adjust his throws to account for the lack of Engram's presence in the middle of the field.
The Jaguars are still a talented team, but Engram's injury is a setback. They will need to find ways to overcome his absence and continue their pursuit of a playoff berth.
It remains to be seen how long Engram will be sidelined. The Jaguars will provide an update on his status later this week.
