Dec 14, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (7) reacts after scoring a touchdown in the first quarter against the New York Jets at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images
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The Jacksonville Jaguars are getting a lot done at joint practices. Jacksonville is ready for the regular season after surprising the league with an impressive 13-win campaign last year. The Jaguars could have a dangerous offense if they can enter the regular season with all of their key players healthy. Fortunately, that now looks more possible than ever.
Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. is out at practice on Thursday morning wearing a non-contract jersey, per ESPN's Michael DiRocco.
Thomas picked up a shoulder injury on Wednesday after awkwardly landing on it. He sat out the rest of practice, creating concerns about the star wide receiver's health before the regular season.
“I think it's alright. Just came down on his shoulder. Holding him out was smart, keep him out and then get him go for Cleveland,” Coen said after practice.
It is great to see that Thomas is immediately back out at practice after that injury scare. Still, Jaguars fans should keep a close eye on his practice reps while his recovery continues.
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At this point, it is too early to know if Thomas will miss Week 1 because of his injury. Or if he'll be on a snap count while he continues to get healthy.
Jacksonville will likely take the safe path with their star wide receiver, especially ahead of a crucial 2026 season. The Jaguars are hopeful that Thomas can produce like he did during his rookie season, when he had 87 receptions for 1,282 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns.
Fortunately, the Jaguars have some contingency plans in case Thomas starts the season off a bit slow. They can always lean on their other receivers, including Parker Washington, Jakobi Meyers, and superstar Travis Hunter.
Next up for the Jaguars is their preseason finale against the Buccaneers on August 28th.