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Jaguars Continue Turnover At A Key Position

By Lawrence Fernandez May 12, 2022

A Jacksonville Jaguars helmet as seen during Jacksonville Jaguars Mandatory Minicamp at TIAA Bank Field on June 15, 2021 in Jacksonville, Florida.
(Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

 

The Jacksonville Jaguars are not yet done with their roster revamp.

They’ve added Christian Kirk, Zay Jones, and Evan Engram to give Trevor Lawrence more targets downfield.

Meanwhile, they also signed All-Pro guard Brandon Scherff to improve the protection for their quarterback.

On defense, Jacksonville also brought in Folorunso Fatukasi, Foyesade Oluokun, and Darious Williams.

But the changes continue by releasing their placekicker.

The #Jaguars waived kicker Matthew Wright, who was 25/28 on FGs last year including making 4 kicks from 50+.

— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) May 11, 2022

Pro Football Focus writer Ari Meirov tweeted, “The #Jaguars waived kicker Matthew Wright, who was 25/28 on FGs last year including making 4 kicks from 50+.”

Missing three field goals might not be a good look, but it’s an impressive record compared to other kickers.

Wright also demonstrated range by converting four kicks of over 50 yards.

The Jaguars would benefit from retaining him, but they have other plans.

Did they change kickers because of the mentality that they’d score more touchdowns this season?

Wright is a decent option that can convert clutch kicks.

But they’re changing kickers and their decision is final.

 

Who Are The Jaguars Bringing In?

Jacksonville’s depth chart shows that Ryan Santoso will be their top kicker with Andrew Mevis as the backup.

Last season, Santoso converted 80 percent of his field goals which is a lower mark than Wright’s 89.2 percent clip.

He also drilled in 75 percent of his point-after attempts and has his longest conversion from 35 yards.

These numbers are not enticing, especially with his predecessor having better stats.

It’s uncertain what the Jaguars are thinking by making the shift to a less-dependable option.

Every point counts for them, especially in the AFC South.

Therefore, they are better off with the kicker that can constantly put points on the board.

Otherwise, their rebuild this season will falter.

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Filed Under: Jacksonville Jaguars Rumors And News (Updated Daily), NFL Tagged With: Jacksonville Jaguars

About Lawrence Fernandez

Lawrence Andrew Fernandez is a sports journalist from the Philippines. A journalism graduate, he chose sports writing to stay close to the action. Aside from the NFL, he also follows the NBA and MLB. He also delves into mobile games during his free time.

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