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 |
Jaguars re-sign DT Ellison, OG Forney
The Jaguars announced today that they have re-signed DT Atiyyah Ellison and OG Kynan Forney. The length and terms of both contracts were not disclosed. Ellison was scheduled to become a restricted free agent at midnight tonight, while Forney would ...
AFC South team needs
Steve Slaton's shoulder injury and fumbling problems may have convinced the Texans that they need to acquire an every-down back who can reduce Slaton's load. PFW continues its series evaluating the needs of every team — this time, the ...
Jaguars officially re-sign WR Williamson
The Jaguars today confirmed the re-signing of WR Troy Williamson, a move that had been reported last month. Williamson would have become a restricted free agent Friday. The length and terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Jaguars re-sign DT Stanley
The Jaguars announced Monday that they have re-signed DT Montavious Stanley, who was scheduled to become a restricted free agent at the end of this week.
Jaguars CB Cox proves that he belongs
CB Derek Cox had a lot to prove last season. After the Jaguars traded second- and seventh-round picks to the Patriots in order to move up and select Cox in the third round, the William & Mary product who wasn't ...
Coin flips determine draft order for six teams
Three coin flips were conducted to determine the draft order for six teams Friday at the Combine.
Report: Jaguars re-sign Williamson
The Jaguars have re-signed WR Troy Williamson, NFL.com is reporting. Williamson was due to become a restricted free agent March 5, but the team evidently felt he was a worth bringing back. Terms of his new deal weren't ...
Jaguars cut Holt, Thomas and Meier
The Jaguars announced the release of three veteran players Thursday — WR Torry Holt, OT Tra Thomas and DT Rob Meier. The moves did not come as a surprise, as all three were notified last week they would be released.
Jaguars look to establish identity
Following his season end review, owner Wayne Weaver instructed GM Gene Smith and head coach Jack Del Rio to establish a true identity for the football team this offseason.
Titans hire Pola as RB coach
The Titans hired Jaguars RB coach Kennedy Pola to the same position on Monday. He replaces Earnest Byner, who was fired over the weekend, according to the club.
Report: Jaguars to hire Cullen as assistant coach
The Jaguars plan to hire former Lions defensive line coach Joe Cullen as their next assistant head coach, according to a team source.
Jacksonville civic group doing its part to sell tickets
Touchdown Jacksonville, a local civic group focused on reviving interest for the Jaguars, has started an initiative called Team Teal to sell season tickets for 2010.
Del Rio's job safe for 2010 but reputation takes a hit
Despite being given another opportunity to take his team to the playoffs in 2010, the past two weeks have damaged Jack Del Rio's reputation.
Weaver sticking with Del Rio
Owner Wayne Weaver announced Tuesday that Jack Del Rio will remain the head coach of the Jaguars at least for the 2010 season.
Changes not on the horizon in Jacksonville
Owner Wayne Weaver said last week that no major changes would occur in the offseason despite another disappointing finish in 2009. This can be viewed as a good-news/bad-news statement for Jacksonville fans.
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.
