Ohhh there is big trouble and not much time!

Here at Black&Teal,  Terry and I have kept a vigil as to whether the Jaguars will be ready for the very critical opening weeks. We are just 12 days away from the 1^st regular game, but I still cannot give you a clear “yes” or “no” if they are ready for Denver. There are two big focus points I have a clearer picture on after the last game; the offense as whole unit; and the secondary. The secondary scares me very very much.

I am optimistic about the offense after the way they worked in Tampa. The Buccaneers might have a lot of problems, but that defense is not one of them. That’s a good unit; espcially the secondary; and that game was a really good barometer where the Jaguars offense are right now – as far as preparation. And if we see; that they put up almost 400 total yards without Maurice Drew and mostly without Marcedes Lewis, the 2 best players of the offense (I might count Eugene Monroe to that group); I must say is more them promising! Even without Maurice and Marcedes the Jaguars looked sharp; executed well (outside the red zone…). The offensive line didn’t allow a singe sack. Last week they allowed one sack against Miami, so the protection is getting better. The weapons are looking for real. Once you add in Maurice Drew then you can get really exited. In fact I say this, if the Jaguars have even an average at best defense, this team will punish you big time. So I think if David can limit his flaws and errors; I think the offense will be fine. In fact, better than fine, exciting!
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