Jaguars Take Down Chiefs in Preseason Opener
Jacksonville Starts Preseason with a Win
Jaguars Open 30th Season with Victory
The Jacksonville Jaguars opened their 30th NFL preseason with a 26-13 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday night. The Jaguars scored the game's first 16 points and never trailed in the contest.
Trevor Lawrence started at quarterback for the Jaguars and completed 6 of 11 passes for 69 yards. Rookie running back Travis Etienne Jr. had a strong debut with 12 carries for 49 yards and a touchdown.
The Jaguars defense held the Chiefs to just 263 yards of offense. Rookie linebacker Devin Lloyd had a team-high seven tackles, including a sack.
The Jaguars will host the Pittsburgh Steelers in their second preseason game next Saturday.
Conclusion
The Jaguars' victory is a positive sign for a team that is looking to improve upon its 3-14 record from last season. The Jaguars have a lot of young talent on their roster, and they showed their potential in the preseason opener. If the Jaguars can continue to play well, they could be a surprise team in 2023.
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