JACKSONVILLE – Jaguars experts – Frank Frangie, Brent Martineau, John Oehser, Brian Sexton, John Shipley, J.P. Shadrick, Mark Duffner, Austen Lane and Kainani Stevens – are breaking down the Jaguars as the 2026 NFL season approaches; today: the Jaguars' most important offensive storyline entering the '26 season …

John Oehser, jaguars.com senior writer

• Most important offensive storyline: Run-game efficiency. This isn't the most "exciting" preseason Jaguars storyline, but it's critical. The Jaguars were an improved running team last season, and they were really good in that area most of the season. But they were often more explosive running than they were efficient, and the belief within the organization is they can run more effectively in more situations – particularly on early downs – with the addition of running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. as a restricted free agent. If they are right about that, that should enable them to be in more positive down-and-distance situations more consistently. That should make them a better offense than last season when they were already one of the best offenses in the league. Stay tuned.

Mark Duffner, former longtime NFL/Jaguars assistant coach and Jaguars Media Analyst

• Most important offensive storyline: The run game. Excited to see how much the draft and free-agency additions help improve this area. How much and who in the running back room will contribute? I really liked what I saw from second-year veteran Bhayshul Tuten. I believe the addition of the two rookie tight ends – Nate Boerkircher and Tanner Koziol – and the available application of 12 and 13 personnel groups will be a big plus. I love fourth-year tight end Brenton Strange and all he contributes. I was impressed with the athleticism of Koziol and Boerkircher during the offseason program. Defenses struggle versus 13 personnel in scheme and alignments. I love that the Jaguars have these options.

Frank Frangie, Radio Voice of the Jaguars

• Most important offensive storyline: Can the offensive line hold up? It must run block better. It must stay healthy. Running back is a bit of a question, but the offensive line is the important story.

Austen Lane, former Jaguars defensive end and Jaguars Media Analyst

• Most important offensive storyline: Adaptability. I've said it myself, along with everyone else: Expect to see plenty of 12 and 13 personnel from the Jaguars in 2026. But I don't think it's quite that simple. This team's strength is its ability to adapt. I could easily see games in which 11 personnel and three-wide receiver sets lead the way, and I could also see games in which the Jaguars run out of heavier formations – and run more than they pass. Some teams' strength lies in the passing game. Some teams' strength lies in the run game. Then there are the special teams that can do both depending on the matchup. That's where I think the Jaguars fall.

Brent Martineau, Action Sports Jax Sports Director

• Most important offensive storyline: How much Boerkircher really changes the chess match for Jaguars Head Coach Liam Coen and offensive coordinator Grant Udinski. Udinski recently said he will change the offense. We know that could mean heavier personnel packages, but what does it actually do for quarterback Trevor Lawrence and the running game? I'm intrigued to see how much Boerkircher – along with Strange – impact the productivity on offense.

John Shipley, Jaguars Media correspondent

• Most important offensive storyline: Brian Thomas Jr.'s next step. The third-year receiver had a strong offseason in which he made numerous standout plays, and both Coen and Lawrence praised the work he has done since the 2025 season ended. If Thomas and Lawrence can maintain this chemistry going into September, Thomas' numbers could look closer to 2024 than 2025.

Brian Sexton, jaguars.com senior correspondent

• Most important offensive storyline: How the offensive brain trust will incorporate the three tight end formation that has become all the rage in professional football, especially since they drafted Boerkircher and Koziol. Both looked like they belonged in May and June. The Los Angeles Rams took advantage of the Jaguars in London last season with four tight ends, with all creating matchup problems with their size and length. If Coen can create something similar, imagine how difficult it will be to cover wide receivers Thomas, Jakobi Meyers and Parker Washington – let alone how Strange might create havoc in the middle of the field. A couple of sure-handed tight ends can keep drives moving while Lawrence looks for his shots down the field, and that could mean a very successful season for the offense.

J.P. Shadrick, jaguars.com reporter/editor

• Most important offensive storyline: Can the Jaguars run consistently? Running back Travis Etienne Jr. is gone, so how will the Jaguars balance the carries in the run game, and how effective will it be? They have brought in a couple veterans in the offseason – Rodriguez and Ameer Abdullah – but it really feels all about how Tuten and LeQuint Allen Jr. emerge. This offense must run the ball to keep defenses guessing in the passing game.

Kainani Stevens, team reporter/producer

• Most important offensive storyline: Establishing the run. The Jags parted ways with Etienne in free agency and will be rolling with Allen, Tuten and Rodriguez this season. Jacksonville will have to work to garner respect for the run game so they can open things up for Lawrence.