Jaguars shore up WR depth, re-sign Lassiter as Week 1 nears

The Jacksonville Jaguars entered the final phase of the preseason with a clear focus on shoring up depth for the regular season, making staff-driven moves at wide receiver, and watching a promising group of young players rise under head coach Liam Coen’s new regime. The team waived Josh Cephus with an injury designation and quickly re-signed Darius Lassiter to its 90-man roster, a move that underscored how fluid the position group has been as cuts approach. At the top of the depth chart, Brian Thomas Jr., Travis Hunter, Dyami Brown and Parker Washington are the core, but competition remains for one or two reserve spots behind them as the Jaguars decide who else will fit in the 53-man roster.

The Jaguars’ wide receivers enter Week 1 with a blend of established talent and high-upside players. Thomas is the most proven target, Hunter provides a rare two-way dynamic, and Brown and Washington offer speed and versatility in Liam Coen’s offense. Yet the fourth-year veterans, plus a handful of flip possibilities such as Trenton Irwin, Austin Trammell and Chanler Brayboy, are still in the mix for a fifth or sixth receiver role. The team has also leaned on special teams considerations...