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Jaguars looking to make the playoffs in consecutive years for the first time since 1999
Jacksonville returns 19 of 22 starters and is counting on Trevor Lawrence and a deeper receiving corps to offset a weaker run game.
After a 13-4 season and a 27-24 wild-card loss to Buffalo, the Jacksonville Jaguars aim to secure back-to-back playoff berths for the first time in over two decades.
Since 2000, the Jaguars, Cleveland Browns, and Washington Commanders remain the only three teams without back-to-back playoff appearances, a 25-year trend the franchise aims to reverse this season.
Coach Liam Coen leads a roster returning 19 of 22 starters, including quarterback Trevor Lawrence, who excelled down the stretch to help Jacksonville clinch the AFC South title.
The team faces a daunting schedule with four playoff teams from 2025 in the first six weeks, while navigating the departures of running back Travis Etienne and linebacker Devin Lloyd.
Tight end Brenton Strange emphasized the organization's commitment, stating "It's about sustained success." That mentality proves vital as Jacksonville pursues consecutive playoff berths.