Jacksonville Jaguars

Jacksonville activated linebacker Daryl Smith off injured reserve on Saturday, reports the Florida Times-Union. To make room for Smith, who was out with a groin injury, the Jaguars placed safety Dwight Lowery on injured reserve, ending his season with a foot injury sustained at Miami last week.

The Jaguars activated defensive end John Chick off the PUP list Saturday. The team also signed quarterback John Parker Wilson off the practice squad. Jacksonville waived linebacker Brandon Marshall.

The following players were cut by the Chiefs Friday: defensive linemen Brandon Bair, defensive back Mikail Baker, wide receiver Josh Bellamy, fullback Patrick DiMarco, defensive back Chandler Fenner, defensive lineman Amon Gordon, wide receiver Junior Hemingway, defensive lineman Jerome Long, linebacker Gabe Miller, receiver Jamar Newsome, defensive back, Terrance Parks, defensive back Neiko Thorpe, safety Donald Washington and linebacker Leon Williams.

Marcedes Lewis told the Florida Times-Union that he's going to have the opportunity to "get busy" this season. Offensive coordinator Jedd Fisch wants to use as many playmakers as he can in this offense and has considered Lewis one since he came to Jacksonville, speaking about him as early as January. Lewis is focused solely on this season and isn't looking back at last season. "Let’s not even go there. I don’t want to go there in any aspect. I’d like to forget about all that. I’m kind of disgusted with that," he said.

The Jaguars announced Tuesday the team signed cornerback Marcus Trufant and waived cornerback Antuan Molden.

The Jaguars announced Thursday that they have released running back Montell Owens. He started three games for the Jaguars last season with Maurice Jones-Drew (foot) out and finished the season with 42 carries for 209 yards and one touchdown and eight catches for 113 yards.

The Jaguars placed defensive lineman D'Anthony Smith (concussion, neck) on injured reserve Wednesday.

Jaguars rookie quarterback Matt Scott was back at practice on Monday.

Ankle - Probable for start of training camp

Jaguars head coach Gus Bradley confirmed that running back Maurice Jones-Drew will step up the intensity in his workouts in Miami with noted trainer Pete Bommarito. MJD is working his way back from a Lisfranc injury. Bradley is fine with the move because he and Jones-Drew are on the same page with where the running back is at, according to the Florida Times-Union. Bradley especially wanted Jones-Drew in camp while the team installed the offense. "It’s going to take some time and it should come back," Bradley said of Jones-Drew's injured foot. "We're just taking the next step in the rehab process."

Foot - Questionable for start of training camp

Free-agent defensive lineman Roy Miller agreed to a deal with the Jaguars on Friday and will compete for a starting job during the upcoming season, The Florida Times-Union reports. Miller started only 34 games with Tampa Bay after being selected in the third round of the 2009 draft.

The Jaguars placed LB Matt Roth (concussion) on injured reserve on Monday. Roth will miss the last week of the season.

Jaguars quarterback Jordan Rodgers will be out until the start of training camp after undergoing hernia surgery, the Florida Times-Union reports.

Hernia - Questionable for the start of training camp

The Jaguars signed wide receiver Toney Clemons off the Steelers' practice squad Tuesday.

Jaguars defensive tackle Tyson Alualu and defensive end Andre Branch sat out practice Thursday with injuries suffered in previous minicamp workouts. Alualu has an abdominal issue while Branch hurt his groin. Neither ailment is considered serious.

The Jags have solved one of their potential free agent problems as they have signed LS Jeremy Cain to a contract. He was scheduled to be an UFA.

Jaguars linebacker Paul Posluszny (groin) was cleared to play Week 17 at Tennessee after being listed as probable on the injury report.

Jacksonville linebacker Kyle Bosworth earned his first career interception during Sunday's contest against the Bengals in Week 4 but coughed it up during his return in a 27-10 defeat. Bosworth finished with two tackles, including one solo, and a pass deflected.

Jaguars defensive lineman Jeremy Mincey had one of his poorer games during the Week 11 overtime loss at Houston Sunday. Mincey recorded just one tackle in the game.

Meeting with the media on Monday, Jaguars wide receiver Justin Blackmon apologized for making a poor decision when he violated the NFL’s Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse and said he's "very confident" he would never made another poor decision again. He added that he does not have a drinking or substance problem.

Suspension - Eligible to return Week 5 at St. Louis

The Jaguars waived defensive end Ryan Davis Tuesday.

In the wake of Josh Scobee agreeing to a new contract, the Jaguars waived kicker Brandon Coutu.

The Jaguars placed running back Jordan Todman (calf) on injured reserve Tuesday.

The Florida Times Union reports Tuesday that the Jaguars will not offer defensive back Rashean Mathis. Mathis will become an unrestricted free agent. “It was a difficult decision because he’s done so many things not only for the team but the community,” general manager Dave Caldwell said.

The Jaguars promoted receivers Mike Brown and Isaiah Stanback and linebacker Brandon Marshall from the practice squad to the active roster Tuesday. They also waived wide receiver Quan Cosby and fullback Will Ta'ufo'ou.

The Jaguars promoted receivers Mike Brown and Isaiah Stanback and linebacker Brandon Marshall from the practice squad to the active roster Tuesday. They also waived wide receiver Quan Cosby and fullback Will Ta'ufo'ou.

The Florida Times-Union reports Friday that Jaguars receiver Cecil Shorts has been cleared for football activities. Shorts was placed on injured reserve following a concussion suffered in Week 16. It was his second concussion of the season.

Concussion - Probable for start of training camp

In addition to second-round pick Jonathan Cyprien, the Jaguars drafted five defensive backs: Connecticut cornerback Dwayne Gratz, Florida safety Josh Evans, New Mexico State cornerback Jeremy Harris and Appalachian State cornerback Demetrius McCray. They also drafted receiver/kick returner Ace Sanders from South Carolina.

After FOX Sports quoted Jaguars general manager David Caldwell during an interview on SiriusXM NFL Radio as saying rookie rusher Denard Robinson would get 10 to 15 touches per game, they've clarified the statement. As it turns out Caldwell said Robinson would get 10-to-15 snaps per game, meaning he'd see a very limited workload to begin his career. Robinson is expected to primarily play running back after playing quarterback at Michigan for four years.

According to CBS Sports Radio 610 in Houston, it appears the Texans are a step closer to signing receiver Mike Sims-Walker. The Texans had him on the field Tuesday for the first day of their three-day minicamp. Currently, the Texans are thin at receiver with Andre Johnson sidelined with a knee injury, leaving Kevin Walter as the only healthy receiver on the roster with a catch in an NFL game. Sims-Walker, a five-year veteran, had some good years with the Jaguars. He caught 63 catches for 869 yards and seven touchdowns in 2009, but his production dropped off considerably last season and he was cut by the Rams after just four games. “He looked pretty good,” Texans coach Gary Kubiak said after Tuesday’s practice. “Obviously jumping out here in this heat we are having right now is pretty tough. Thought he did some pretty good things but we will go back and look at the tape and all the periods and see how he did. It gives us three days to evaluate.”

The Jaguars bolstered their linebacker depth with Geno Hayes, formerly of the Bucs and Bears.

Jacksonville activated linebacker Daryl Smith off injured reserve on Saturday, reports the Florida Times-Union. To make room for Smith, who was out with a groin injury, the Jaguars placed safety Dwight Lowery on injured reserve, ending his season with a foot injury sustained at Miami last week.

The Jaguars signed quarterback Jordan Palmer Wednesday after placing Blaine Gabbert (forearm/shoulder) on injured reserve.

The Jaguars promoted receivers Mike Brown and Isaiah Stanback and linebacker Brandon Marshall from the practice squad to the active roster Tuesday. They also waived wide receiver Quan Cosby and fullback Will Ta'ufo'ou.

The Jaguars have tinkered with defensive lineman Tyson Alualu, moving him to end on first and second downs, then moving him inside on third downs. The plan is to use his run-stopping skills more on those early downs.

Jaguars linebacker Russell Allen had another solid performance in Week 15 against the Dolphins. He finished the game with seven tackles -- all solo -- in a 24-3 loss.

The Jaguars on Thursday released defensive end Aaron Kampman. The 10-year veteran signed as an unrestricted free agent in 2010 but was limited to 11 games in two seasons because of knee injuries. He had been working on the side during the offseason after playing three games last season.

The Jaguars official team website reports that quarterback Blaine Gabbert is the favorite to win the starting job coming into the season. The report says the Jaguars have not decided anything, but they believe Gabbert has the talent to be successful. Gabbert must win the job, and he must outplay Chad Henne to do so.

Forearm, shoulder - Probable for start of training camp

Jaguars receiver Taylor Price (foot) had been placed on IR. He has five receptions in six career games, and was a stretch to make the final roster had he remained healthy.

Veteran running back Justin Forsett agreed to a deal with the Jaguars on Friday, The Florida Times-Union reports. Jacksonville represents Forsett's third organization in the past three seasons as he spent time with Houston last year and Seattle from 2008-11.

The Florida Times-Union reports that Jaguars receiver Mohamed Massaquoi’s best chance to play this season will come at the slot position since the Jaguars have Cecil Shorts and Justin Blackmon locked in as their starters. In his last two games for Cleveland last year, Massaquoi played 19 of his 39 snaps against Kansas City and Washington in the slot or inside as part of a bunch formation. “It’s weird because the slot is a world of difference than the outside,” he said. “But I’m comfortable playing either one.” Massaquoi and Jordan Shipley are expected to compete for playing time in the slot.

The San Jose Mercury News reported Thursday that the 49er's have cut defensive back Curtis Holcomb, the team's seventh-round pick in 2011.

The Jaguars spent four draft picks on defense in April, none higher than the second-round choice on Clemson defensive end Andre Branch. Joining him are Nevada linebacker Brandon Marshall, FSU cornerback Mike Harris and Ashland defensive tackle Jeris Pendleton.

Desperately in need of depth at the position, the Jaguars promoted wide receiver Jerrell Jackson from the practice squad Monday. Jackson will take Cecil Shorts' spot on the active roster after he was placed on season-ending injured reserve with another concussion.

ESPN reports the Jaguars have signed receiver Jordan Shipley to a two-year deal. The report says Shipley has a chance to be the No. 3 receiver behind Justin Blackmon and Cecil Shorts.

The Jaguars announced Tuesday the team signed cornerback Marcus Trufant and waived cornerback Antuan Molden. Trufant is entering his 11th season after playing his previous 10 with the Seahawks including four with current Jaguars head coach Gus Bradley.

Jacksonville placed rookie DB Chris Prosinski on injured reserve with a thumb injury. He is the 22nd Jaguars player to be placed on IR this season.

Florida International safety Jonathan Cyprien was a second-round pick of the Jaguars in the NFL draft. The 6-foot, 217-pound safety is known for his hard hits and work as a two-deep defender in college. In four seasons Cyprien racked up 365 total tackles, six interceptions, a sack, and 28 passes defensed.

The Florida Times-Union reports that Jaguars rookie receiver Ace Sanders missed practice Tuesday because of ab and hip injuries. Coach Gus Bradley said Sanders may not be back until next month.

Abdomen. Hip - Questionable for start of training camp

Jaguars kicker Josh Scobee didn't attempt a field goal and finished with just two extra points Week 17 at Tennessee. It was the third time this season Scobee was held without a field goal.

The Jaguars have signed defensive lineman Pannel Egboh.

The Jaguars re-signed defensive back Kevin Rutland on Friday to fill the roster vacancy created by linebacker Daryl Smith, who was placed on injured reserve. Smith is eligible to return for the final two games of the season. Jacksonville released Rutland on Oct. 15.

Third-year linebacker Greg Jones and second-year running back Richard Murphy were waived by the Jaguars on Monday.

Jaguars TE Marcedes Lewis, RB Montell Owens, RB Brock Bolen and QB Luke McCown didn't record offensive statistics at New England in Week 16.

Jaguars quarterbacks Blaine Gabbert and Chad Henne kicked off the team's April minicamp by rotating reps with the first-team offense. Offensive coordinator Jedd Fisch said he liked what he saw from both QBs so far and warned not to read too much into who gets reps first. "At some point in time, when we're playing games, the starter will get the reps first," Fisch said to the official team website. "At this point in time, we're just rotating through because it wouldn't be fair to evaluate somebody if they were always taking reps with a second-team group. Right now, we're rotating through."

Jacksonville defensive lineman Jason Babin posted two tackles and a sack during the Jaguars' 17-10 loss to the Jets in Week 14. Babin took down New York quarterback Mark Sanchez for the team's only sack of the game and his first since joining Jacksonville on Nov. 28.

The Jaguars have claimed defensive lineman Brandon Deaderick from the Patriots.

The Jaguars added depth to their ailing backfield Friday, claiming running back Jonathan Grimes off waivers from the Texans. Grimes was released by Houston earlier this week after suiting up for just six games with the team after being dropped by the Jets.

Jackonsville tight end Brett Brackett was placed on season-ending injury reserve Tuesday, less than a week after he signed with the team. The Jaguars signed tight end Colin Cloherty to take his place on the active roster.

Jaguars defensive lineman Austen Lane suffered a late leg injury on Sunday of Week 12 against the Titans. Lane left the game late and finished with two tackles prior to leaving.

Jaguars running back Keith Toston was a late addition to the starting lineup Week 17 at Tennessee after starting running back Montell Owens was a pregame scratch because of a knee injury. While Toston hadn't received a carry in an NFL game since Dec. 22, 2010, he looked the part of a starting NFL running back Sunday. Toston had a team-high 74 rushing yards on 17 carries. He started well by rushing for 29 yards on the team's opening drive. Toston added three catches for 41 yards and finished with 115 total yards.

Jaguars TE Zach Potter had his most productive game of the season in Week 13 against the Chargers. He caught three passes for 24 yards in the 38-14 loss.

The Jaguars claimed tight end Allen Reisner off waivers Monday and added him to the active roster. Reisner, who was released by the Vikings last week, will occupy the roster spot vacated by running back Rashad Jennings, who was placed on season-ending injured reserve.

A day after the Patriots waived defensive tackle Kyle Love, the Jaguars claimed him. He's the second defensive tackle claimed by the Pats this week, the other being Brandon Deaderick.

In addition to second-round pick Jonathan Cyprien, the Jaguars drafted five defensive backs: Connecticut cornerback Dwayne Gratz, Florida safety Josh Evans, New Mexico State cornerback Jeremy Harris and Appalachian State cornerback Demetrius McCray. They also drafted receiver/kick returner Ace Sanders from South Carolina.

In addition to second-round pick Jonathan Cyprien, the Jaguars drafted five defensive backs: Connecticut cornerback Dwayne Gratz, Florida safety Josh Evans, New Mexico State cornerback Jeremy Harris and Appalachian State cornerback Demetrius McCray. They also drafted receiver/kick returner Ace Sanders from South Carolina.

The Dallas Morning News reports that the Cowboys could have interest in free agent receiver Laurent Robinson. The report says Dallas hoped to keep Robinson after his breakout season in 2011 but could not come close to the 5-year, $32.5 million contract he received from Jacksonville. Robinson caught 24 passes for 252 yards and no touchdowns for the Jaguars in 2012 but suffered four concussions. He caught 54 passes for 858 yards and 11 touchdowns in his only season with the Cowboys. Robinson’s health is a concern, but he developed a strong rapport with quarterback Tony Romo, especially in the red zone, that he remains an option to return. “Obviously, he played lights out and we tried to sign him last year and his price got more than we could handle under our cap,’’ executive vice president Stephen Jones said. “But obviously things change from year-to-year. We’ve got to look at the big picture with Laurent. He had some injuries that we’re going to be doing our homework on and be going from there.’’

Concussion - Probable for start of training camp

The Jaguars have signed defensive tackle Sen'Derrick Marks to a contract. He'll provide depth along the D-line.

Jacksonville defensive back Mike Harris had a big game in the Week 12 win over Tennessee Sunday. Harris recorded a sack of quarterback Jake Locker in the game. He also picked off a Locker pass and finished with five tackles. All five of his tackles were solo stops. Harris had three passes defended in the all-around solid game.

Former Texans defensive back Alan Ball agreed to a contract with the Jaguars on Friday, The Florida Times-Union reports. Ball, who spent just one season with Houston, is expected to compete for a starting job at cornerback with Jacksonville.

The Jacksonville Jaguars released offensive tackle Guy Whimper, quarterback John Parker Wilson and defensive back Brandon King.

The Jaguars placed cornerback William Middleton on waivers Tuesday because of a concussion.

In addition to second-round pick Jonathan Cyprien, the Jaguars drafted five defensive backs: Connecticut cornerback Dwayne Gratz, Florida safety Josh Evans, New Mexico State cornerback Jeremy Harris and Appalachian State cornerback Demetrius McCray. They also drafted receiver/kick returner Ace Sanders from South Carolina.

Jacksonville placed DB Darcel McBath on injured reserve Tuesday because of a broken hand. The Jaguars, who now have 28 players on injured reserve this season, signed seven-year veteran DB C.C. Brown to take his place.