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Big question facing Jaguars offensive line unit heading into minicamp

Big question facing Jaguars offensive line unit heading into minicamp

Paul Bretl, Jaguars WireSun, June 7, 2026 at 10:54 AM UTC·2 min read

Mandatory minicamp will take place for the Jacksonville Jaguars from June 9-11. This is often the last big milestone in the NFL offseason calendar before training camp arrives in late July.

Through the first two weeks of OTA practices, we've gained some valuable insights into where things stand on the depth chart, along with who may be standing out early on, but questions at each position group remain, and that's normal at this time of the year. It won't be until training camp and the preseason take place that playing time and final roster decisions are made.

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So as part of our Jaguars' minicamp preview, let's highlight the one big question facing each position group. Up next is the offensive line unit.

Can the Jaguars' run game improve in 2026?

During the second half of last season, the Jaguars' offense was red-hot, averaging nearly 33 points per game in their final eight games.

However, Jacksonville was able to accomplish that without a steady running game to lean on. Overall on the year, the Jaguars ranked 27th in yards per rush. From Week 10 on, there were five games where Etienne failed to rush for over 60 yards.

In order for this offense to take a step forward in 2026, having a more consistent run game to lean on will be key. This is something that head coach Liam Coen has mentioned a few times this offseason.

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A strong run game helps keep an offense ahead of the sticks and out of predictable passing situations. This can then open up more opportunities in the passing game and help the offense extend drives by picking up first downs from manageable down and distances.

A consistent rushing attack paired with Trevor Lawrence and the high level of play he displayed last season would be quite the one-two punch for defenses to contend with.

While there are a lot of eyes on the Jaguars' running back position this offseason, it's up to the offensive line to carve out steady running lanes for the Jaguars' backs to take advantage of.

This article originally appeared on Jaguars Wire: Jaguars minicamp preview: Question facing offensive line unit