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Jaguars Face Broncos: 3 Key Questions
Jaguars must answer defense, Parker Washington, and Jaylen Waddle in Week 2 clash with Broncos.
In brief
Jaguars must answer defense, Parker Washington, and Jaylen Waddle in Week 2 clash with Broncos. Jaguars need to maintain pass rush, rekindle Parker Washington's form, and contain Jaylen Waddle against Broncos in Week 2. Originally reported by Jacksonville Jaguars On SI.
Quick answers
- Can Defense Continue to Get After QB?
- Jaguars rank first in NFL sacks and second in pressures after Week 1.
- Will Parker Washington Torches Broncos Again?
- Washington had six-catch, 145-yard game with touchdown against Broncos last year.
- How to Contain Jaylen Waddle?
- Waddle caught one pass for two yards in Week 1 against Chiefs with low target rate.
- What is the key takeaway from Jaguars Face Broncos: 3 Key Questions?
- Jaguars need to maintain pass rush, rekindle Parker Washington's form, and contain Jaylen Waddle against Broncos in Week 2.
Jaguars vs. Broncos Week 2
Jaguars face Broncos in rematch of last year's 34-20 win over Broncos in Week 16.
“The Jaguars' 34 points were also the most scored against Denver last year”
Can Defense Continue to Get After QB?
Jaguars rank first in NFL sacks and second in pressures after Week 1.
“The Jaguars certainly had no issues getting after Deshaun Watson and the Browns' offensive line in Week 1”
Will Parker Washington Torches Broncos Again?
Washington had six-catch, 145-yard game with touchdown against Broncos last year.
“Washington gained 90 yards after the catch against Denver last season the 4th-most by a Jaguars player since 2016”
How to Contain Jaylen Waddle?
Waddle caught one pass for two yards in Week 1 against Chiefs with low target rate.
“Waddle's debut in Denver was lackluster to say the least, catching just one pass for two yards”
Broncos' Offensive Line Strength
Broncos have one of best offensive lines in football despite struggling to protect Bo Nix.
“Nix was pressured on over 45% of his snaps against the Kansas City Chiefs”
Parker Washington's Performance
Washington dominated before and after catch with 140 yards in 2025.
“Washington caught 5 passes outside the numbers for 140 yards as well”
Jaylen Waddle's Week 1 Struggles
Waddle had low target rate and minimal impact against Chiefs in Week 1.
“His 11.1% target rate was the fifth-lowest of his career”
Jaguars' Secondary Challenge
Jaguars need to prepare secondary for Waddle's potential deployment in Week 2.
“Jacksonville has limited tape on Waddle in the offense”
Broncos' Strategy for Waddle
Broncos likely to push Waddle early in Week 2 to get him going.
“The Broncos will likely look to push the issue a bit with Waddle and try to get him going early in Week 2”
Parker Washington Momentum
Washington has momentum entering Week 2 after strong Week 1 performance.
“Washington was fantastic for the Jaguars in Week 1 and has momentum on his side entering Week 2”
Jaguars' Pass Rush Challenge
Jaguars must maintain pass rush against improved Broncos offensive line.
“But can they keep it up against a significantly better offensive line?”
Week 2 Matchup Impact
Jaguars need to answer three key questions to win against Broncos in Week 2.
“So, what are the questions facing the Jaguars that they must answer in the Week 2 matchup?”
What it means
Jaguars need to maintain pass rush, rekindle Parker Washington's form, and contain Jaylen Waddle against Broncos in Week 2.
