Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Evan Engram will miss the upcoming game against the Buffalo Bills due to a hamstring injury sustained during warmups last Sunday. This marks the first game Engram will miss since joining the Jaguars in March 2022. In his absence, second-year tight end Brenton Strange will take over the starting role, having set career highs in catches and receiving yards in the previous game against the Cleveland Browns.
- Evan Engram's absence could impact the Jaguars' passing game significantly.
- Brenton Strange's performance in Engram's absence will be closely monitored.
Evan Engram | TE
Injury
Week 3
1 receptions
1 targets
5 rec yards
0- Engram had a disappointing start to the season with only one catch for 5 yards.
- He had a strong 2023 season with 114 catches for 963 yards and 4 touchdowns.
Brenton Strange | TE
Breakout
Pickup
Week 3
3 receptions
3 targets
65 rec yards
0- Strange stepped up in Engram's absence against the Browns, achieving career highs.
- His performance will be crucial against the Bills.
Jacksonville Jaguars
- The Jaguars will need to adjust their offensive strategy without Engram.
- Brenton Strange's development is key for the team's tight end position.