The Jacksonville Jaguars secondary is about to receive a major boost as their star cornerback is set to return from injury reserve for the first time since Week 1. The team has been without their standout defensive back since he got injured during the season opener against the Miami Dolphins. In Campbell’s absence, cornerback Montaric (Buster) Brown has stepped up and played well, raising questions about what role Campbell will have upon his return.
It’s unclear if Campbell will be on any sort of snap count or limited in any way when the Jaguars take on the New England Patriots this Sunday. There are also questions about whether Brown will go back to the bench or if he has earned more playing time over CB Ronald Darby with his performances over the last five games.
Campbell, a fourth-year cornerback hailing from the University of Georgia, recently inked a lucrative contract extension worth $76.5 million with $53.4 million guaranteed. This deal secures Campbell’s future with the team and highlights the importance the Jaguars place on his talents in their secondary.
In addition to Campbell’s return, the team has also made some other transactions leading up to this week’s game. Running back Jake Funk and defensive end Joe Gaziano have been elevated from the practice squad to the active roster. While this move may not signify anything significant, the Saturday elevation of Funk could hint at the possibility of RB Travis Etienne being rested for the game as he is currently listed as questionable, a game-time decision.
Overall, the Jaguars defense is set to receive a major boost with Campbell’s return, and the team’s depth at key positions will be tested as they face a tough Patriots team this weekend. Stay tuned for more updates on how these roster changes will impact the Jaguars’ performance moving forward.
