As the 9-4 Jacksonville Jaguars prepare to host the struggling 3-10 New York Jets, they find themselves heavily favored by 13.5 points this Sunday. With a commendable season under their belt, the Jaguars have recently begun to showcase the kind of performance that positions them as playoff contenders. The team’s progression has largely been attributed to the influence of new head coach Liam Coen, despite some inconsistencies from quarterback Trevor Lawrence.
One of the significant boosts to the Jaguars’ offense has been the return of tight end Brenton Strange, who has made an impact since rejoining the active roster three weeks ago. In his time back, Strange has posted impressive performances, finishing as TE4 and TE5 in weeks prior, although he did have a dip to TE22 in the most recent outing. Notably, even in that game where his statistics took a hit, he remained one of the key targets, tying for second on the team with six looks.
This Sunday, as the Jaguars face off against a Jets team led by quarterback Brady Cook, expectations remain high for Strange. The Jaguars are anticipated to maintain a strong performance without needing to heavily rely on the passing game, given the statistical imbalance between the two teams. However, Strange is still expected to receive his usual workload, especially considering that the Jaguars rank among the highest in projected scoring for the week.
For those participating in fantasy football leagues, Brenton Strange appears to be a safe start in both PPR and standard formats in Week 15. His continued integration into Jacksonville’s offensive strategy, along with the favorable match-up against New York, makes him a valuable asset for fantasy owners looking to capitalize on his growing role in the Jaguars’ offensive scheme.
