JACKSONVILLE – Let's get to it …

Mark from Davenport, IA

No news is good news. How is Jakobi doing? Have not heard much. I assume the pro's pro is just doing his thing?

This question, like many along regarding Jaguars 2026 organized team activities, is understandable because players during OTAs are on the practice field – and when players are running around on the practice field, we instinctively think there is important evaluation to be done. And the breathless reporting of receptions, completions and perceived mistakes during these sessions only feeds this instinct. The reality is while they are indeed important for players and coaches in terms of learning, OTA practices are unpadded and therefore comparatively meaningless in terms of evaluation. Look no further into the past than last offseason and even '25 training camp, when breathless reports about the Jaguars weren't always glowing. The Jaguars' reaction to this wasn't panic. Rather, it was to keep practicing because that's what those times are: Practice. Preparation. Not games. But I digress. It's probably more accurate in this case to say I REALLY digress, because that was a really loooooonngg digression about OTAs. To answer your question (finally): Jaguars veteran wide receiver Jakobi Meyers has looked fine in OTAs. He is indeed a pro's pro. He has been good throughout his career, was good for the Jaguars last season and there's no reason to expect he won't be good again when the Jaguars start practicing in pads in 2026 Training Camp.

Sean from Oakleaf, FL

We are heading into the 2026 season with an eight-game (regular season) winning streak?

The Jaguars indeed will enter the 2026 regular-season with an eight-game regular-season winning streak. This means they're three games from the franchise record of 11 consecutive regular-season victories set in their 1999 AFC Central championship season. The 1999 streak came during one season, but the NFL counts these regular-season winning streaks over consecutive seasons.

Scott from Jacksonville

I never look at the comments section, either, but for some reason I did today. It was awful!!

What's a "comments section?"

Kenneth from Jacksonville

Is it football season yet?

The Jaguars' voluntary offseason program runs through June 15-19. Training camp is expected to begin in late July at the Miller Electric Center, with the Jaguars opening the 2026 regular season against the Cleveland Browns at EverBank Stadium on September 13.

Bradley from Death Valley, CA

Let me preface this by saying that I am still a huge fan of the NBA, but the game definitely took a turn for the worse when some analytics guy figured out three points is 50 percent more than two. Do you see the NFL avoiding a similar scenario?

Let me preface this by reiterating that I am no longer an NBA fan and that part of the reason for that is I can't relate to the idea that the game is either three-point shots or flying through the lane unguarded as if in a ballet. I expect analytics factored into this change, though I don't pretend to know enough about the NBA anymore to write that with confidence. Analytics without question has affected some parts of the NFL significantly, particularly how head coaches approach in-game situations such as when to go for first downs. I don't know that that will affect the overall way football is played in the NFL as much as rules changes have changed it – and my sense is that the game never will stray completely from blocking and tackling. Here's hoping.

Fred from The hot and humid Willie Browne trail

I have been on the grid and out of town for several days. In my absence I heard a petition was started to not have to enter and reenter an email address before posing a question. Where do I sign?

The form is the form is the form is the form is the form.

Another Steve from Nocatee, FL

Big John. A couple of observations. I am sure the Browns, like the Jags, have a replacement for Garret or they would not have executed the trade. Second observation, it's impossible to rate a wide receiver until the pads go on and they are about to get smacked when they attempt to catch the ball. Like most of the Zone participants I hope the Jags have a fantastic player, but I'm tempering my expectations until the pads go on.

The Browns acquired defensive end Jared Verse – a Pro Bowl selection in each of his first two NFL seasons – in this week's high-profile trade with the Los Angeles Rams for defensive end Myles Garrett, so there's a pretty safe assumption Verse is part of the replacement for a relatively irreplaceable player. Second thought, let's not let a few plays in a few games last season completely skew perception of Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. He was much more effective late in the season than early in the season. Remember, too: Thomas in a less-than-ideal, injury-affected season caught 48 passes for 707 yards and two touchdowns in 2025. Is he an elite, Hall of Fame receiver? We don't know yet. Can he help this team win? Absolutely, and he did so on multiple occasions last season.

Rob from The duuuuuuuuuuu

Do you remember when Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Joey Porter made the idiotic mistake of jawing in Greg Jones' face? As I recall, the mighty hammer grabbed him by his face mask with one hand and planted him all the way onto his back. I recall the announcer saying that is why you don't mess with people who are nicknamed "the Hammer." One fer the best Jaguar to ever wear 33, Greg Jones!!

I didn't remember that specific play. I did remember that you didn't mess with Jones. I think anyone who saw him play remembers that.

Paul from Saint Augustine, FL

I realize that by the time you get this, we will have moved on from the No. 33 discussion, but when choosing between running back James Stewart and fullback Greg Jones, I look at it like this: Stewart's contribution (prior to the drafting of Fred Taylor) may have been more impactful. That said, discounting Greg Jones is not something one does without at least considering the potential repercussions. Just sayin'.

We indeed have moved on from No. 33 in this discussion, but what is the offseason about if not for lingering on a topic a little longer than necessary? And what better topic on which to linger than Jones? I suppose you could say he was of a different era. You could also say he was a fullback – and that the fullback position is very much a position of a different era. You could say a lot of things about Jones. I would caution against saying them loud enough for him to hear. Unless they're nice. It's important to be nice.

Ed from Danvers, MA

Here's a different view. I think it's crazy to wear another team's gear in any away stadium. Why invite trouble? History is full of these incidents where visiting fans are harassed, or worse, just for wearing another team's jersey. I went to Cincinnati to see an away game, and I wore black and orange. After the game, I saw a fight between fans and was glad to not be involved. Say what you will about "not supporting the team." I'll take my approach every time.

This seems extreme. And sort of too bad. Maybe it's not. It's not my lane.

Jon from Fairfield, PA

Thanks for the feedback about the Baltimore game.

Yessirree and thank you, sir!

John from Section 206 as long as it's there

Baltimore fans are not Philly fans...

OK.

Jordan from Lincoln, NE

No. 34 has been worn by a lot of players, but the two notables are Stacey Mack and Alvin Pearman. I'm picking Mack.

This is the latest of an offseason-long O-Zone thread about the best players in Jaguars history to wear specific numbers. We began at No. 0 – or something like that – and we presumably will push on nobly until we reach No. 99. Possibilities for No. 34 include the late running back Reggie Cobb (1995), running back Carlos Hyde (2018), running back Storm Johnson (2014), cornerback Gregory Junior (2022-2023), running back Stacey Mack (1999-2002) and running back Alvin Pearman (2005-2006). I'll side with you and give Mack the nod, because OK.

Scott from Aruba

Stacey Mack. First player on this list to leave us for the Houston Texans, but not the last ...

OK.

Scott from 35

Can we skip No. 35? Deji Karim, Demetrius McCray, William Middleton, Le'Shai Maston - Or if we start now is it a slippery slope we step on?

No, we can't skip No. 35. It's not a matter of the slope being slippery or the slip being sloppery. Skipping because it's hard a weak man's game. I shan't. I just shan't.

James from Titusville, NJ

Who is the best player to wear No. 1 in franchise history?

Been there, done that.