Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Detroit Lions – 5 Players to Watch
By Daniel Lago
Dec 22, 2013; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Chad Henne (7) high fives guard Jacques McClendon (66) and teammates after they scored against the Tennessee Titans during the first half at EverBank Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Jacques McClendon, Center/Guard
The Jaguars have a serious issue at center, and it appears they are already looking away from Mike Brewster as the starter.
Jacque McClendon starting center vs Detroit. Starters will likely play three full quarters. #Jaguars
— Jessica Blaylock (@JessBlaylock) August 20, 2014
McClendon has a chance to secure the starting center spot as long as he isn’t an abject disaster on Friday night. The Jaguars likely won’t find a better option off the street, and the team clearly wants Brandon Linder to start at right guard. McClendon hasn’t been great at guard so far in the preseason, so he’s not exactly a lock for the spot either. He needs to perform well on Friday.