Jaguars get enticing Nate Boerkircher update in final Week 4 injury report

The Jacksonville Jaguars could be without a few players when they play the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 4. But even if the Jags aren't at full strength, they should feel good about their odds of coming out on top.

Jacksonville dropped its final injury report for Week 4. Cornerback Montaric Brown, cornerback Christian Braswell, and rookie defensive tackle Albert Regis earned the questionable designation, but even if all three miss the game, the Jaguars have more than enough depth to overcome their potential absence.

Meanwhile, the Bengals are dealing with several injuries of their own, and some of them could give Jacksonville a favorable matchup.

Nate Boerkircher is good to go in final Jaguars injury report vs. Bengals

Tight end Nate Boerkirched missed Thursday practice with an illness but was back Friday. He'll be a full-go against Cincinnati, so the Jags will be able to run the 12 personnel sets they've favored this season. Cole Van Lanen (knee), wide receiver Jakobi Meyers (thumb), DaVon Hamilton (back), and Jarrian Jones (hip) participated on a limited basis at some point in the week, but all of them will be available.

Albert Regis was inactive in the Week 3 win over the New England Patriots, but head coach Liam Coen said there's a chance he'll be back against the Bengals. If he isn't, though, the Jacksonville defensive line should be in good shape. Ruke Orhorhoro, Matt Dickerson, Arik Armstead, and DaVon Hamilton should have no trouble holding the fort.

At corner, Montaric Brown has been part of a rotation in the boundaries that includes Jarrian Jones and Travis Hunter. If he doesn't suit up in Week 4, both Jones and Hunter will see an uptick in playing time. On the other hand, if Christian Braswell isn't available (or Brown himself), the Jags could easily promote sophomore Jabbar Muhammad from the practice squad to the active roster via standard elevation.

Muhammad was a training camp standout but ultimately wasn't able to secure a roster spot. If he's promoted, he would be playing in his first-ever NFL game.

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The Jaguars will face an injured Bengals team in Week 4

Whereas the Jaguars might be able to overcome the injuries they're dealing with, the Bengals may have trouble replacing their injured players. They listed linebacker Sweayze Bozeman, safety Bryan Cook, offensive tackle Dalton Risner, and defensive tackle B.J. Hill as questionable. On the other hand, wide receiver Colbie Young and safety Kyle Dugger have been ruled out.

It's worth noting that cornerback Dax Hill moved from the perimeter to the slot because Jalen Davis and Ja'Sir Taylor, their primary options at nickel, are on Injured Reserve.

The Jags may still need to deal with the formidable duo of Dexter Lawrence and B.J. Hill in the trenches, but their secondary appears to be vulnerable. That's an area Jacksonville will be looking to exploit.

Of course, it doesn't matter how many players the Bengals are missing if the Jaguars don't execute. Not surprisingly, Trevor Lawrence talked bout putting an emphasis on preparation and being ready. If the Jags do show up ready to roll, it won't matter who suits up for Cincinnati.

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