John ShipleySep 14, 2026
Shipley concludes from Week 1 snap counts that Bhayshul Tuten is the Jaguars' lead running back ahead of Chris Rodriguez Jr., with their stock rising.
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But for now, it looks like Tuten is the lead back.
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Depth Chart CallsBhayshul TutenJacksonville Jaguars
Bhayshul Tuten to be 1st on the depth chart
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