Dominic Minchella

Joined: Nov 4, 2024

Dominic Minchella holds a communications degree from Eastern Michigan University. He is a former MLB writer and joins our team as an NFL/College team reporter On Sports Illustrated

Oct 12, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) runs on the field before the game against the Seattle Seahawks at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

Apr 12, 2025; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence walks past no. 10 during the third round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Dec 29, 2024; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr (1) runs the ball against the Tennessee Titans in the third quarter at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) walks off the field during the first organized team activity at Miller Electric Center Monday, May 19, 2025 in Jacksonville, Fla.

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) makes a pass during the fourth organized team activity at the Miller Electric Center in Jacksonville, Fla. Tuesday, May 27, 2025. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]

The Jacksonville Jaguars need a massive season out of Trevor Lawrence if he wants to uphold the hope that he can be what the franchise has always wanted.

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Josh Hines-Allen (41) runs on the field before the game of an NFL football matchup Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024 at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. The Vikings defeated the Jaguars 12-7. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]

The Jacksonville Jaguars have seen a ton of production from defensive end Josh Hines-Allen since debuting in 2019, but he just missed cracking the Top 10 of this list.

Sep 23, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Brenton Strange (85) makes a catch for a touchdown against Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin (3) during the second half at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

The Jacksonville Jaguars' new primary tight end, Brenton Strange, has a ton to grow into, and he knows it, too.

Dec 8, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Brenton Strange (85) makes a catch during pregame warmups against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Moving on from veteran tight end Evan Engram this offseason, the Jacksonville Jaguars have made Brenton Strange the Plan A option. But should that go south, they are well off with extra depth.

May 10, 2025; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen meets with the media following rookie minicamp at Miller Electric Center. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images

New Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen believes the defense is ahead of the offense, but one analyst has other thoughts on the defensive outlook in Jacksonville.

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) takes the field for warm up before the game between Detroit Lions and Jacksonville Jaguars at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024.

Jacksonville Jaguars' quarterback Trevor Lawrence will have a ton to prove in 2025.

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) hauls in a reception during the first organized team activity at Miller Electric Center Monday, May 19, 2025 in Jacksonville, Fla.

While the Jacksonville Jaguars draft class enters the league as rookies, they have experience when it comes to playing the game of football.

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) reacts to a long catch and run from wide receiver Christian Kirk (13), not shown, during the fourth quarter of an NFL football matchup Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. The Jaguars edged the Colts on a field goal 37-34. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]

Breaking down how Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence fares when the Jaguars win compared to when they lose.

The helmet of Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Josh Hines-Allen (41) sits at the back of the end zone during the third day of an NFL football training camp practice Friday, July 26, 2024 at EverBank Stadium’s Miller Electric Center in Jacksonville, Fla.

Since the 1995 NFL season, how have the Jacksonville Jaguars fared in the opening week?

Nov 3, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars helmets on the sidelines against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

While the lack of primetime games for the Jacksonville Jaguars might insult their fans, it actually can work very well in the franchise's favor.

Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Devin Lloyd (33) is introduced before an NFL football matchup Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. The Packers edged the Jaguars 30-27 on a last-second field goal. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]

While the Jacksonville Jaguars didn't offer linebacker Devin Lloyd a fifth-year option, he is still projected to get paid following this 2025 campaign.

Aug 19, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) walks off the field after their pre-season game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

The Jacksonville Jaguars need a strong season from quarterback Trevor Lawrence, and this would be the perfect thing to silence any of his doubters.

Dominic Minchella

Joined: Nov 4, 2024

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