Winner to be Announced at NFL Honors Thursday Before Super Bowl LVIII

Veteran DL Dawuane Smoot likely will play for the first time this season when the Jaguars (3-2) play host to the Indianapolis Colts (3-) at EverBank Stadium Sunday: "I'm just I'm just really excited to get back out with the guys…"

DT DaVon Hamilton practiced on a limited basis Thursday after the Jaguars designated him for return from injured reserve, calling it "a big blessing for me…"

Jaguars DE Dawuane Smoot out for season with torn Achilles

Senior writer John Oehser, senior correspondent Brian Sexton and digital reporter/host Ashlyn Sullivan offer quick thoughts on the Jaguars as they prepare to play the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday at 1 p.m.

Jaguars DE Dawuane Smoot joined senior writer John Oehser for this week's 2022 Week 9 O-Zone Podcast, discussing – among other topics – the mood of the team despite a five-game losing streak: "As long as we're able to finish games, we'll be in a good place…"

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Dawuane Smoot supports Better Dads Society through the NFL's 2021 My Cause My Cleats initiative

DE Dawuane Smoot joined senior writer John Oehser for the 2021 Week 10 O-Zone Podcast, discussing – among other topics – the recent resurgence of the Jaguars' defense: "We're having a bunch of fun out there…"

Head Coach Urban Meyer spoke to the media Monday a day after the Jaguars' 31-7 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Seattle, Wash., saying of a possible trade before Tuesday's NFL trade deadline: "If it can make us better, we're listening…"

While the Jaguars' defense improved in the second half of a 31-7 loss to the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field in Seattle, Wash., Sunday, that didn't remotely satisfy players following the team's most one-sided loss of the season

A quick look at the Jaguars' 31-7 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in a 2021 Week 8 game at Lumen Field Seattle, Wash., Sunday …

Jaguars DL Dawuane Smoot joined senior writer John Oehser for this week's O-Zone Conversation: "Everything's looking up for us right now; all we're doing right now is trying to get some culture here and work as hard as we can…"

Senior writer John Oehser's 10 things to watch for the Jaguars in the 2019 preseason finale against the Atlanta Falcons at TIAA Bank Field Thursday at 7 p.m.

As the end of the 2019 preseason approaches, third-year DE Dawuane Smoot has drawn praise from Jaguars HC Doug Marrone: "He has worked his butt off. I'm happy where he is. He has done a nice job."

Senior writer John Oehser's 10 things to watch for the Jaguars in their Preseason Week 2 game against the Philadelphia Eagles at TIAA Bank Field Thursday at 7 p.m.

Defensive coordinator Todd Wash as the Jaguars' 2019 offseason draws to a close: "They're having fun together; as a coaching staff, we have to have an environment where they enjoy coming to work and I think we have that …"

Senior writer John Oehser and senior correspondent Brian Sexton examine the defensive end position in this post-2019 NFL Draft look at the Jaguars' roster…

Senior writer John Oehser and senior correspondent Brian Sexton examine the Jaguars' defensive end position in this look at the '19 offseason

Senior writer John Oehser and senior correspondent Brian Sexton with three quick thoughts as the Jaguars move on from the 2018 NFL Draft to the rest of the 2018 offseason

'The perception of the Jaguars has changed' - and other Jaguars thoughts from senior writer John Oehser after two days of the 2018 NFL Draft

Jaguars defenders Ventrell Miller, Jack Kiser and Dawuane Smoot get to Saints quarterback Tyler Shough for 9-yard sack.

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Dawuane Smoot gets to the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback for a sack.

Education means opportunity. When Aumari and Dawuane Smoot couldn't find a local preschool that fit their children's needs, they decided to found The Elsie Academy.

Jaguars Outside Linebacker Dawuane Smoot meets with the media on Monday after a 27-31 loss to the Cleveland Browns in Week 14.

Jaguars Outside Linebacker Dawuane Smoot catches up with Kainani Stevens after practice to discuss the Elsie Academy, his high recognition for service and mentorship from Calais Campbell.

Jacksonville Jaguars Outside Linebacker Duwanne Smoot is encouraging early education through the The Elsie Academy, a bilingual preschool he and his wife are founding for children in Jacksonville, the home of his family. Smoot will be raising awareness for the school by the design of his cleats he will be wearing on Monday night through the NFL's My Cause My Cleats initiative.

LACvsJAX on NBC 📺 and NFL+ 📱 at 8:15 PM ET

Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Travon Walker's first strip-sack takeaway of career has Jags in prime scoring position as he swipes the ball from Ryan Tannehill on big hit.

Jaguars defensive lineman Dawuane Smoot catches up with Ashlyn about his mindset after the bye, the defense and the Ravens matchup ahead.

Jaguars defensive lineman Dawuane Smoot wears a wire in the week 10 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium.

Jaguars defensive lineman Dawuane Smoot meets with media after practice on Wednesday ahead of their week 10 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Head coach Doug Pederson, Jaguars coaches and players embrace the 27-20 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders after trailing 17-0 in the 2nd quarter.

Jaguars defensive lineman Dawuane Smoot meets with the media after 2-sack game in victory over the Las Vegas Raiders in week 9.

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Dawuane Smoot's relentless pressure results in 4-yard sack vs. Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr on third down.

Jaguars defensive lineman Dawuane Smoot speaks with media following the 21-17 loss to the Denver Broncos in week 8 of the NFL season.

Defensive lineman Dawuane Smoot meets with media in the locker room ahead of the week 5 matchup against the Houston Texans.

Jaguars defensive lineman Dawuane Smoot meets with the media before practice on Monday of Week 4 after a win against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Dawuane Smoot smothers Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert for a startling strip-sack.

Jaguars defensive lineman Dawuane Smoot is mic'd up against the Steelers in Week 2 of the 2022 Preseason.

Jaguars Defensive Lineman Dawuane Smoot meets with the media in the locker room following a loss against the Steelers in Preseason Week 2.

Defensive end Duwaune Smoot meets the media on Sunday evening following the Jaguars' 26-11 win over the Colts at TIAA Bank Field.

Jacksonville Jaguars D-Line stuffs Jonathan Taylor on fourth-and-goal in fourth quarter.

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Dawuane Smoot corrals Wentz for Jaguars' fifth sack of game.

"I feel like I'm playing my best ball in December." J.P. Shadrick catches up with defensive lineman Dawuane Smoot for this week's Crown Royal Water Break. Smoot discusses strides he's made in 2021 and the drive of the defensive unit as a hole.

From the Jaguars Film Room, former football player and current sports commentator Jeff Lageman discusses defensive end Dawuane Smoot's tenacity and toughness in this week's Film Room, presented by Microsoft Surface.