Jaguars place Shorts III on IR, make 5 other moves
Both Cecil Shorts III and Rashad Jennings suffered concussions that will end their 2012 seasons.
| Final - 12.23.2012 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New England Patriots | 3 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 23 |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | 10 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 16 |
Stories
Pats cheatin'?
The Jaguars had a critical penalty late in the game against the Patriots, to which head coach Mike Mularkey attributed to the New England defense calling out cadence.
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Patriots vs. Jaguars: Video recap
In a surprisingly competitive game, the Jacksonville Jaguars lost by a touchdown to the New England Patriots, 23-16.
Jaguars drop home finale, 23-16
The defense allowed just 23 points to the NFL's best offense, but the Jaguars were unable to take advantage of opportunities to score touchdowns.
Despite strong start for Jags, teams tied at half
Chad Henne has a 104.5 quarterback rating and Tom Brady has 58.0.
Jaguars lead 10-3....wtf
Tom Brady threw two interceptions in the first quarter and was clearly out-played by Chad Henne. It's a Christmas miracle.
First quarter game thread (Team inactives)
The Jaguars have three running backs inactive for Sunday's game against the New England Patriots.
Patriots vs. Jaguars 2012 game preview
The Patriots are 5-0 all-time against the Jaguars in the regular season and 3-1 in the playoffs.
Whimper to start
The Jaguars will start Guy Whimper at right tackle against the New England Patriots on Sunday.
Maurice Jones-Drew out, Daryl Smith a possibility
Despite missing nine consecutive games, Maurice Jones-Drew leads the Jaguars with 414 rushing yards.
MJD sits Thursday, unlikely in Week 16
Without participation in Thursday's practice, Jones-Drew is unlikely to make his return from injury against the Patriots.
Shorts impresses Belichick
New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick had high praise for Jaguars wide receiver Cecil Shorts
GameThreads
Jaguars Fans GameThread on Big Cat Country
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