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Doug Pederson: Bye week the perfect ‘break’ for reeling Jaguars
Read full article: Doug Pederson: Bye week the perfect ‘break’ for reeling JaguarsThe Jaguars are the league’s worst team coming off the worst loss in franchise history. Speculation is running rampant on the futures of head coach Doug Pederson and general manager Trent Baalke.
‘Difficult to find the words’: Jaguars suffer worst loss in franchise history as pressure mounts for changes
Read full article: ‘Difficult to find the words’: Jaguars suffer worst loss in franchise history as pressure mounts for changesIn a season of embarrassing lows, the Jaguars keep topping themselves.
Hot Seat🔥: Could this weekend’s game against the Lions be Doug Pederson’s last as Jaguars head coach?
Read full article: Hot Seat🔥: Could this weekend’s game against the Lions be Doug Pederson’s last as Jaguars head coach?Doug Pederson was brought to Jacksonville after the team's expectations were all but gone. Now, expectations are expected to cost Pederson his job after the team entered the 2024 NFL season by spending the most money of any NFL organization on free agency.
Drone Video: Jaguars owner Shad Khan parks new 400-foot megayacht in downtown Jacksonville
Read full article: Drone Video: Jaguars owner Shad Khan parks new 400-foot megayacht in downtown JacksonvilleThe megayacht, which is longer than a football field at 133 yards (400 feet), charters for $3 million per week and features six decks, three pools, a gym, a helicopter pad and can host 12 guests and 37 crew members, according to Boat International.
Trevor Lawrence to miss second straight game with shoulder injury
Read full article: Trevor Lawrence to miss second straight game with shoulder injuryTrevor Lawrence will miss his second consecutive start due to a shoulder injury but the team is optimistic he could return after the bye week head coach Doug Pederson said on Wednesday morning.
Jaguars can’t afford to leave London without a win
Read full article: Jaguars can’t afford to leave London without a winCan the Jaguars kick off a long road back to contention on Sunday morning (9:30 a.m.) against the similarly struggling Patriots (1-5)? It’s not a stretch to say this Week 7 game is between the two teams battling for the No. 1 overall draft pick. But that was somewhat expected on the New England side. Not so much on Jacksonville's side.
Jaguars' president talks downtown development after NFL owners approve ‘Stadium of the Future’ deal
Read full article: Jaguars' president talks downtown development after NFL owners approve ‘Stadium of the Future’ dealMark Lamping, president of the Jacksonville Jaguars, joined News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton via Zoom from London to talk about the potential impacts of the "Stadium of the Future" deal on downtown development.
Gators-Bulldogs, concerts, entertainment: New stadium in Jacksonville will benefit more than Jaguars
Read full article: Gators-Bulldogs, concerts, entertainment: New stadium in Jacksonville will benefit more than JaguarsThe stadium deal is expected to benefit more than just the Jaguars and should help the city as it looks to keep the Florida-Georgia football game in town long term.
‘Celebrate!’: Jaguars ‘Stadium of the Future’ clears final hurdle, approved unanimously by NFL owners
Read full article: ‘Celebrate!’: Jaguars ‘Stadium of the Future’ clears final hurdle, approved unanimously by NFL ownersNFL owners voted unanimously to approve the stadium deal between the Jaguars and the City of Jacksonville on Tuesday, clearing the way for the Stadium of the Future to become a reality.
Future is now: NFL owners will vote Tuesday on new stadium for Jaguars
Read full article: Future is now: NFL owners will vote Tuesday on new stadium for JaguarsThe Stadium of the Future faces its final challenge this week in Atlanta as NFL owners vote on Jacksonville’s $1.4 billion package on a new home for the Jaguars.
Four Cents: Jaguars racing towards high draft pick, not playoffs
Read full article: Four Cents: Jaguars racing towards high draft pick, not playoffsSo, the Jaguars are 1-5. Was that what you expected this season? That’s the Jaguars record following Sunday’s embarrassing 35-16 loss to the Bears in London. News4JAX sports anchor Jamal St. Cyr offers his Four Cents from the game.
Texas-sized heartbreak: Jaguars let win slip away in loss to Texans
Read full article: Texas-sized heartbreak: Jaguars let win slip away in loss to TexansThe Jaguars had a win in their grasp and let it slip away again.Trevor Lawrence threw a pair of touchdown passes but Jacksonville faded in the final two minutes and saw CJ Stroud and the Texans add another chapter to the latest Jaguars heartbreak in an 24-20 loss on Sunday.
‘The speeches are over’: Jaguars need to find a quick fix to their sinking season
Read full article: ‘The speeches are over’: Jaguars need to find a quick fix to their sinking seasonThe Jaguars are one of the league's worst teams with a growing list of problems (and injuries) that don’t have easy fixes. The problems that dragged Jacksonville from an 8-3 start to a 9-8 finish last season are still prevalent and perhaps even worse.
Going Ringside Ep. 83: Tony Khan
Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 83: Tony KhanOn this episode we are joined by AEW owner Tony Khan, who joins us to discuss the recent NFL Films documentary about him that came out this week. It showed a day in his life and how he straddles the two worlds of pro football and pro wrestling. Khan shares how his father, Jaguars owner Shad Khan, feels about his venture into pro wrestling and also discusses some major shows coming in the next two weeks for AEW.
‘One game at a time’: Jaguars have tough opening test at Miami
Read full article: ‘One game at a time’: Jaguars have tough opening test at MiamiThe Jaguars left a memorable impression for all the wrong reasons last season. But it’s optimism season for Jacksonville and the NFL’s other 31 franchises. When the Jaguars visit Miami on Sunday, the fresh start and cautious optimism are welcome.
‘Channel 4 has been lucky to have you’: Sports notables sound off on Tom Wills retiring
Read full article: ‘Channel 4 has been lucky to have you’: Sports notables sound off on Tom Wills retiringWJXT anchor Tom Wills is retiring Friday after 49 years with the station. We reached out to some notable sports figures in Jacksonville and had them give Wills their best.
Shad Khan’s Shipyards project to include marina, event lawn, riverwalk
Read full article: Shad Khan’s Shipyards project to include marina, event lawn, riverwalkAs people across Jacksonville learn more about the new stadium deal, downtown development is also getting a lot of attention. Beyond EverBank Stadium upgrades, Jaguars owner Shad Khan is also investing in other projects.
City, Jaguars agree to split $1.25 billion cost on ‘Stadium of the Future,’ invest more in downtown Jacksonville
Read full article: City, Jaguars agree to split $1.25 billion cost on ‘Stadium of the Future,’ invest more in downtown JacksonvilleThe Jaguars and the City of Jacksonville took the wraps off the most expensive investment in Jacksonville history on Tuesday, a 50-50 cost split on the $1.25 billion “Stadium of the Future” project that won’t include new taxes and will keep the team in town for the next generation.
Shad Khan drops 18 spots on Forbes' billionaires list, still one of the richest people in the world
Read full article: Shad Khan drops 18 spots on Forbes' billionaires list, still one of the richest people in the worldDespite a bump in his net worth, Jaguars owner Shad Khan is down 18 spots on Forbes' billionaires list. He is still one of the richest people in the world, coming in at No. 162 with $12.3 billion.
No rats this time! Jaguars make biggest jump in the league in new NFLPA survey
Read full article: No rats this time! Jaguars make biggest jump in the league in new NFLPA surveyThe Jaguars had significant strides in the eyes of players in a survey released by the NFL Players Association on Wednesday, making the biggest jump among all 32 teams and avoiding tumultuous headlines like they did a year ago.
What changes need to happen to get the Jaguars back on track?
Read full article: What changes need to happen to get the Jaguars back on track?The Jaguars are picking up the pieces after finishing 9-8 and missing the playoffs. As they head into a critical offseason, Jamal St. Cyr and Justin Barney debate several topics on changes that should happen.
What the Jaguars need to do entering a disappointing offseason
Read full article: What the Jaguars need to do entering a disappointing offseasonThe Jaguars have major questions facing it after a second-half implosion cost it the AFC South title and a playoff spot. News4JAX looks at things the Jaguars need to address in the offseason.
WWE-associated social media account throws shade at Khan family after Jaguars miss playoffs
Read full article: WWE-associated social media account throws shade at Khan family after Jaguars miss playoffsWWEonFOX handle on X (formerly Twitter) mocks the Jaguars' post about playoff tickets because the Khan family also owns the competing All Elite Wrestling
Final design, cost of new Jaguars stadium still up in the air as negotations between city, team continue
Read full article: Final design, cost of new Jaguars stadium still up in the air as negotations between city, team continueThe $2 billion dream to redevelop the stadium and the surrounding area with half the money coming from the city is still just that — a dream — but negotiations between the city and the team are underway.
Jaguars president says team working to reduce stadium construction schedule from 2 years to 1 year
Read full article: Jaguars president says team working to reduce stadium construction schedule from 2 years to 1 yearUnder the current proposal for stadium renovations, work would begin in 2025 and would take the Jaguars away from Jacksonville for two seasons.
Jags fans frustrated by team’s dismal start to season
Read full article: Jags fans frustrated by team’s dismal start to seasonThis as the team heads to London for a two game stretch in the UK. Younger fans can also watch the game on Disney Plus as the cartoon characters from Toy Story will replay the game as it happens.
AEW Wrestling fires top star C.M. Punk
Read full article: AEW Wrestling fires top star C.M. PunkJacksonville-base All Elite Wrestling has fired perhaps its top star C.M. Punk (real name Phillip Brooks). This follows allegations of a backstage fight between C.M. Punk and other performers at the company’s “All In” event in London.
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts confirms it will build a complex in Jacksonville with Shad Khan
Read full article: Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts confirms it will build a complex in Jacksonville with Shad KhanThe 170-room property will feature waterfront views alongside renowned Four Seasons service, setting a new standard for luxury hospitality in Downtown Jacksonville.
Parking, stadium renovation timeline, London games? Jaguars address key questions following town hall meetings
Read full article: Parking, stadium renovation timeline, London games? Jaguars address key questions following town hall meetingsThe Jacksonville Jaguars this week released a comprehensive report that addresses some of the key questions that came up during a series of town hall meetings held by the team last month.
‘I couldn’t ask for a better present’: Jaguars cut ribbon on new $120M training facility on Shad Khan’s birthday
Read full article: ‘I couldn’t ask for a better present’: Jaguars cut ribbon on new $120M training facility on Shad Khan’s birthdayJaguars owner Shad Khan opened a very large, $120 million birthday present Tuesday when he and other team leadership joined Jacksonville city and community representatives in cutting the ribbon on the Jaguars’ new training facility next to the stadium.
Jags fans discuss concerns about developments around ‘stadium of the future’ at huddle
Read full article: Jags fans discuss concerns about developments around ‘stadium of the future’ at huddleEager Jaguars fans and community members attended another “Huddle up Jax” meeting to learn more about the proposed stadium renovations and developments in surrounding areas.
State budget allocates $75M for new UF satellite campus in Jacksonville; Jaguars want it near stadium
Read full article: State budget allocates $75M for new UF satellite campus in Jacksonville; Jaguars want it near stadiumGov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday set aside $75 million for a new satellite campus in Jacksonville when he signed the state’s record $117 billion budget.
Fans pack Springfield sports bar to hear stadium renovation pitch from Jaguars president
Read full article: Fans pack Springfield sports bar to hear stadium renovation pitch from Jaguars presidentMore than 100 fans and stakeholders showed up at a Springfield sports bar on Monday to listen and ask questions about the Jaguars proposal for a $1 billion renovation of TIAA Bank Field.
Who should pay for the Jaguars’ stadium renovations and how much?
Read full article: Who should pay for the Jaguars’ stadium renovations and how much?Sounding off on an upgraded stadium, Jaguars fans have mixed reactions to the high-price plans. A taxpayer watchdog group is also keeping an eye on the massive investment.
‘They’re going to redo everything’: Mayor Lenny Curry and Mayor-elect Donna Deegan talk stadium renovations
Read full article: ‘They’re going to redo everything’: Mayor Lenny Curry and Mayor-elect Donna Deegan talk stadium renovationsThe Jaguars plan to release renderings and videos Wednesday showing future renovations of TIAA Bank Field.
Luck of the Irish: NFL awards Jaguars marketing rights in Republic of Ireland
Read full article: Luck of the Irish: NFL awards Jaguars marketing rights in Republic of IrelandThe Jaguars continue to expand their international footprint, with the NFL awarding the team marketing rights in Ireland on Tuesday. The move comes through the league’s Global Markets Program and was approved at the NFL’s spring meeting in Minneapolis.
Jaguars ‘NFL Fan of the Year’ doesn’t mind being ‘drafted’ into service for team
Read full article: Jaguars ‘NFL Fan of the Year’ doesn’t mind being ‘drafted’ into service for teamFrom getting a special key to TIAA Bank Field in January to hanging out with players, coaches and owner Shad Khan to everything in between, Jaguars “Super Fan” Tyler Derby has pretty much done it all.
City Council to hear from public on moving Jacksonville Fairgrounds to Westside
Read full article: City Council to hear from public on moving Jacksonville Fairgrounds to WestsideThe Jacksonville community is invited to speak Tuesday night at the City Council meeting in support of or opposition to a proposal to relocate the Jacksonville Fairgrounds from its current location to the Westside on Normandy Boulevard.
Going Ringside Ep. 1: How Jacksonville became the center of the wresting world
Read full article: Going Ringside Ep. 1: How Jacksonville became the center of the wresting worldWhen Jacksonville became the center of the world of professional wrestling over the past five years News4JAX began to take notice. We have been chronicling the rise of All Elite Wrestling (AEW) started by Tony Khan, son of Jaguars owner Shad Khan.
Where do Jacksonville mayoral candidates stand on Jaguars stadium renovations? Here’s what they said
Read full article: Where do Jacksonville mayoral candidates stand on Jaguars stadium renovations? Here’s what they saidOne of the key issues for voters in the upcoming race to become Jacksonville’s next mayor hinges on the future of the Jacksonville Jaguars and its stadium on the banks of the St. Johns River.
Commentary: Hey Trent, sorry for the red clown noses thing and that we ever doubted you
Read full article: Commentary: Hey Trent, sorry for the red clown noses thing and that we ever doubted youThe difference from one year to the next is remarkable for the Jaguars, and no one exemplifies that more than general manager Trent Baalke.
Trent Baalke eyes important offseason, keeping nucleus of Jaguars intact
Read full article: Trent Baalke eyes important offseason, keeping nucleus of Jaguars intactThe difference from one year to the next is remarkable for the Jaguars, and no one exemplifies that more than general manager Trent Baalke.
Clowns to crowns: Fan who started petition to fire Jaguars GM Baalke rethinks position after success
Read full article: Clowns to crowns: Fan who started petition to fire Jaguars GM Baalke rethinks position after successOne year ago this week, on Jan. 9, 2022, hundreds of Jacksonville Jaguars fans dressed as clowns filled the seats at TIAA Bank Field.
One year since firing Urban Meyer, Doug Pederson has changed culture, performance for Jaguars
Read full article: One year since firing Urban Meyer, Doug Pederson has changed culture, performance for JaguarsOne year ago today, Shad Khan fired Urban Meyer. What a difference a year makes. One year on, there isn’t a hint of the strife that was left in Meyer’s wake. The infighting, the lack of vision and trust, and most of all, the lack of respect. You won’t find that in Jacksonville now.
Increased costs bring more proposed changes for Shipyards project
Read full article: Increased costs bring more proposed changes for Shipyards projectSome work is underway on the Shipyards project, which involves a new hotel and office building on Jacksonville’s Northbank, but costs have gone up, and all indications are the deal that the Jaguars have with the city is about to change again.
‘Let’s stop it’: Shad Khan, Mayor Curry and others condemn antisemitic messages seen around Jacksonville
Read full article: ‘Let’s stop it’: Shad Khan, Mayor Curry and others condemn antisemitic messages seen around JacksonvilleJaguars owner Shad Khan condemned recent antisemitic rhetoric around Jacksonville, saying there’s no place for that in a place he knows and loves.
Shad Khan’s purchase of Fairgrounds has Georgia-Florida tailgaters questioning future
Read full article: Shad Khan’s purchase of Fairgrounds has Georgia-Florida tailgaters questioning futureA big part of the Georgia-Florida rivalry game is the tailgating and fan experience beforehand. You don’t earn the “World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party” moniker without having a good time.
‘Now it’s time to pass the torch’: Shad Khan to buy Seahorse Oceanfront Inn, Lemon Bar in Neptune Beach
Read full article: ‘Now it’s time to pass the torch’: Shad Khan to buy Seahorse Oceanfront Inn, Lemon Bar in Neptune BeachShad Khan is expanding his ongoing list of land throughout Jacksonville with the addition of a Neptune Beach property.
More movement ahead for new luxury hotel near stadium
Read full article: More movement ahead for new luxury hotel near stadiumKhan could pay over $370 million for the hotel and the city would offer millions in major tax breaks and incentives for the property. This would be just a start for development in the area.
Jaguars will name new sports performance facility Miller Electric Center after naming rights deal
Read full article: Jaguars will name new sports performance facility Miller Electric Center after naming rights dealThe Jaguars have a rights agreement to name their new sports performance center with local company Miller Electric.
Board gives thumbs up to Four Seasons hotel & residential plan at Jacksonville shipyards
Read full article: Board gives thumbs up to Four Seasons hotel & residential plan at Jacksonville shipyardsJaguars owner Shad Khan has passed another hurdle in building a Four Seasons hotel in Downtown Jacksonville.
Shad Khan on Urban Meyer: ‘Not possible’ to work with someone like that, report
Read full article: Shad Khan on Urban Meyer: ‘Not possible’ to work with someone like that, reportShad Khan was worried about something greater than wins and losses during the embarrassing tenure of ex-Jaguars coach Urban Meyer.
Jaguars owner Shad Khan’s company agrees to buy Jacksonville Fairgrounds; fair to move to Westside
Read full article: Jaguars owner Shad Khan’s company agrees to buy Jacksonville Fairgrounds; fair to move to WestsideJaguars owner Shad Khan’s development company, Iguana Investments, has agreed to purchase the Jacksonville Fairgrounds downtown. In turn, the far will move west more than 15 miles away.
An important time period for Jacksonville that’s not 200 years old: The era of the Jaguars
Read full article: An important time period for Jacksonville that’s not 200 years old: The era of the JaguarsOne of the most monumental achievements for Jacksonville is when it became an NFL city and got the Jaguars.
Drafting the future: Looking ahead to the Jaguars’ influence on the shape of downtown Jacksonville
Read full article: Drafting the future: Looking ahead to the Jaguars’ influence on the shape of downtown JacksonvilleThe Jaguars are about much more than just football to this city. They are also about turning around Downtown Jacksonville’s fortunes.
‘Fox & Friends’ host criticizes Jacksonville -- again -- ahead of interview with mayor
Read full article: ‘Fox & Friends’ host criticizes Jacksonville -- again -- ahead of interview with mayor“Fox & Friends” host Brian Kilmeade, who slammed the city of Jacksonville on national television and on his radio show, has new criticism of the River City.
Commentary: Putting EVP search on hold not a bad idea for Jaguars
Read full article: Commentary: Putting EVP search on hold not a bad idea for JaguarsAs the NFL offseason has moved on, Jaguars fans have peppered media members for updates about the Jaguars search for an executive vice president. On March 1, Jaguars fans got an update that they didn’t want.
Jaguars press pause on hiring executive vice president of football operations
Read full article: Jaguars press pause on hiring executive vice president of football operationsJacksonville’s plans to hire an executive vice president of football operations has been put on hold owner Shad Khan said on Tuesday.
UNF poll finds majority opposed to city splitting bill with Jaguars on new stadium
Read full article: UNF poll finds majority opposed to city splitting bill with Jaguars on new stadiumA UNF poll released Thursday shines light on what Jacksonville residents support and oppose, covering topics like elections, sports — and also the most important issues they feel Jacksonville is facing.
UNF poll finds voters hopeful for Jaguars’ future despite waning faith in front office
Read full article: UNF poll finds voters hopeful for Jaguars’ future despite waning faith in front officeA UNF poll released Thursday morning revealed faith in the Jaguars' front office is shaken but those polled still see some bright spots for the Jaguars’ future with a new coach and young quarterback to lead the way.
Tony Khan, son of Jaguars owner, denies reports that he is running for Congress
Read full article: Tony Khan, son of Jaguars owner, denies reports that he is running for CongressSocial media was buzzing Thursday morning after rumors started circulating that Tony Khan, son of Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan and CEO of All Elite Wrestling, had filed to run for Congress.
What to expect next now that the Jaguars have hired their coach
Read full article: What to expect next now that the Jaguars have hired their coachThere are three points to examine with regard to the Jaguars just-completed coaching search: the hire itself, the process they followed, and the impact of the decision.