The Jacksonville Jaguars secured a 31-18 victory over the Miami Dolphins, but the game was marred by an injury to Daewood Davis. Get game details and key player stats here.
In a preseason clash between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Miami Dolphins, the final score read 31-18 in favor of the Jaguars. However, the game’s outcome wasn’t the sole focus, as an unfortunate injury to Dolphins wide receiver Daewood Davis brought the match to an early halt. Thankfully, the Dolphins reported that Davis was conscious and had movement in all extremities.
Here’s a breakdown of the game’s key moments and standout performances:
Game Highlights:
- The Jaguars took an early lead, finishing the first half 17-6, thanks to rushing touchdowns by Travis Etienne Jr. and D’Ernest Johnson, along with a Brandon McManus field goal. Meanwhile, the Dolphins responded with a pair of field goals from Jason Sanders.
- The second half began with a bang for the Jaguars, with wide receiver Tim Jones making a stunning 74-yard catch-and-run on just the second play from scrimmage. Both teams later traded rushing touchdowns to close out the third quarter.
- Chris Brooks scored on the ground for the Dolphins early in the fourth quarter, narrowing the Jaguars’ lead to 13 points. Unfortunately, the game was called in the middle of the fourth quarter due to Daewood Davis’s injury.
Player Spotlight:
Offensive Standouts:
- Jaguars’ starting quarterback Trevor Lawrence played the opening two drives, completing 8 of 10 passes for 92 yards, showcasing an average depth of target of 10.0 yards.
- On the Dolphins’ side, starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa had a brief appearance, going 4-of-6 for 67 yards. Notably, his average depth of target was just 2.8 yards, indicating shorter passes.
Defensive Highlight:
- Dolphins’ safety Jevon Holland shone on defense, particularly during the first quarter and a half. He forced and recovered a fumble by rookie running back Tank Bigsby on the Jaguars’ opening drive.
Rookie Standout:
- Despite a fumble early in the game, rookie Tank Bigsby had a solid outing, averaging an impressive 6.2 yards per carry. This performance suggests he may have a substantial workload alongside Travis Etienne Jr. in the regular season.
Game Stats (Passing, Rushing, Receiving):
Here’s a snapshot of the game’s key statistics in tabular form:
| Team | Passing | Rushing | Receiving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Dolphins | |||
| Skylar Thompson | 15/24, 135 Yds | Chris Brooks: 6/33, 2 TDs | Chris Brooks: 1 Rec, 10 Yds |
| Tua Tagovailoa | 4/6, 67 Yds | Myles Gaskin: 6/23, 0 TD | Myles Gaskin: 5 Rec, 30 Yds |
| James Blackman | 2/2, 22 Yds | Salvon Ahmed: 4/43, 0 TD | River Cracraft: 5 Rec, 52 Yds |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | |||
| C.J. Beathard | 8/10, 134 Yds, 1 TD | D’Ernest Johnson: 6/26, 1 TD | Tim Jones: 1 Rec, 74 Yds, 1 TD |
| Trevor Lawrence | 8/10, 92 Yds | Travis Etienne Jr.: 8/39, 1 TD | Calvin Ridley: 3 Rec, 50 Yds |
| Nathan Rourke | 4/6, 74 Yds | JaMycal Hasty: 2/16, 1 TD | Seth Williams: 2 Rec, 50 Yds |
The game delivered its share of excitement and unfortunate circumstances, notably Daewood Davis’s injury. As the NFL preseason unfolds, football enthusiasts eagerly await the regular season’s kickoff.
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