Jacksonville Jaguars
Marcedes Lewis - #89 - TE
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 6"/ 272 lbs. |
| Birthday | 05/19/1984 |
| Birthplace | Los Alamitos, CA |
| College | UCLA |
| Years played | 8 |
| Drafted | 2006, 1st round, 28th pick by Jaguars |
2012 STATS
| Rec | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 52 | 540 | 4 |
WR Spurlock rejoins Chargers
The Chargers claimed WR Micheal Spurlock off waivers from the Jaguars and waived RB Curtis Brinkley.
Jaguars claim DE Babin
The Jaguars claimed former Eagles DE Jason Babin off waivers, ESPN’s Adam Schefter first reported.
Jaguars make several roster moves
The Jaguars signed CB Antwaun Molden, WR Quan Cosby, RB Jordan Todman and WR Toney Clemons.
AFC South Spin cycle: Texans get controversial win, Colts win ugly
What we learned about the teams of the AFC South, which went 3-1 in Week 12.
Henne throws two TDs, Jaguars snap losing streak
Chad Henne threw two touchdown passes, sparking the NFL's worst offense for the second consecutive week, and the Jaguars beat the Titans 24-19.
Stakes high for Henne, Jaguars over final six weeks
If Chad Henne continues to provide a spark for the Jaguars' offense, Blaine Gabbert's days as a starter in Jacksonville could be numbered.
Jaguars place QB Gabbert, WR Robinson on I.R.
The Jaguars placed QB Blaine Gabbert and WR Laurent Robinson on injured reserve, the team announced Wednesday.
Jaguars sign WR Shipley
The Jaguars signed WR Jordan Shipley and waived FB Will Ta'ufo'ou, the team announced Tuesday.
Jaguars QB Henne to start in Week 12
Chad Henne will be the Jaguars’ starting quarterback in Sunday’s game against the Titans, head coach Mike Mularkey told reporters on Monday.
AFC South Spin cycle: Schaub bails out Texans
The Texans' defense was bailed out by a historic performance from QB Matt Schaub, while nothing could bail out Colts QB Andrew Luck's continued turnover issues on the road.
Jaguars lacking talent but not heart
While the final results have been ugly in this lost season, Jaguars players continue to put forth maximum effort.
Rivera, Mularkey, Shurmur don't come through in clutch
Embattled head coaches have something in common: They all make late-game situational mistakes that cost their teams.
Career days for Schaub, Johnson help Texans top Jags
Andre Johnson caught a screen pass from Matt Schaub and ran 48 yards for the winning touchdown in overtime as the Texans rallied to beat Jacksonville 43-37.
AFC South Spin cycle: Texans win statement game
The Texans and Colts continue their winning ways, while the Titans got back on track in Miami. The Jagaurs, on the other hand, are going nowhere fast.
Mularkey reaches boiling point in another lopsided home loss
Jaguars head coach Mike Mularkey appeared to reach a boiling point in Jacksonville’s 27-10 home loss to the Colts.
PLAYER NEWS
Lewis had seven catches for 103 yards in the Jaguars' loss to the Titans on Sunday.|||||||
Lewis posted season highs in both catches and yards in the loss.
Lewis is inactive for the Jaguars' game against the Jets.|||||||
Lewis, who had two catches in Jacksonville's season-opening win over Tennessee, was doubtful with a strained right calf.
Lewis should know later this week whether he will be able to play against the New York Jets.|||||||
Lewis injured his right calf in Sunday's opener against Tennessee. He initially thought it was a cramp and got intravenous fluids before determining it was a strained muscle. He sat out practice Wednesday and probably will do the same Thursday.
Lewis has signed a five-year contract worth about $35 million with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He will get nearly $17 million guaranteed.|||||||
The Jaguars placed the franchise tag on Lewis after he caught 58 passes for 700 yards and 10 touchdowns - all career highs - in 2010. The 6-foot-6, 262-pounder signed a one-year tender worth $7.28 million, the average salary of the five highest-paid tight ends in the league. The NFL lockout prevented Lewis' agent and the Jaguars from working out a long-term deal, and Lewis skipped the first five days of training camp while waiting for a new deal before reporting Monday.
Lewis has ended his holdout and reported to Jacksonville's training camp.|||||||
Lewis passed his physical Monday morning and attended a walkthrough with teammates. But he won't take part in any full-contact drills until he has a new contract, a deal he worked out with coach Jack Del Rio. The Jaguars placed the franchise tag on Lewis, who caught 58 passes for 700 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2010. Lewis signed a one-year tender worth $7.28 million this season, but both sides have been negotiating a long-term deal.
