- Brenton Strange
- #85
- Team JAX
- Pos TE
- Status AActive
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Two targets in Engram's return
Strange caught one of two targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 35-16 loss to the Bears.
Analysis: Strange faded back into obscurity as Evan Engram returned from a hamstring injury and led the Jaguars with 10 catches for 102 yards. Strange saw an end-zone target despite Engram's presence, but the 2023 second-round pick will be tough to rely on from a fantasy standpoint now that he's back in a No. 2 role.
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 7:33am by Rotowire.com
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Likely heading to backup role
Strange could see a reduction in playing time Sunday against the Bears due to Evan Engram (hamstring) being active for the first time since Week 1, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After Engram injured his hamstring in pregame warmups prior to the Jaguars' Week 2 loss to the Browns, Strange has performed admirably as the team's No. 1 tight end over the past four contests, putting together a 12-120-2 receiving line on 18 targets. Though Engram will likely start Sunday's contest, the Jaguars could ease him back in with a lighter snap count than usual, given that he remained a limited participant in practice all week. Even so, the return of Engram is still expected to result…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 5:22am by Rotowire.com
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Catches another touchdown
Strange secured all four of his targets for 24 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 37-34 win against the Colts.
Analysis: The 2023 second-round pick played 49 of 58 offensive snaps as Evan Engram (hamstring) sat out a fourth straight game after being labeled questionable. Strange wasn't significantly involved in the passing game but still finished tied for third on the team in targets and receptions while tallying his second touchdown of the season. Engram appears to be closing in on his return to game action, at which point Strange should see reduced opportunities as Jacksonville's No. 2 tight end.
Published: Mon, Oct 7 at 10:18am by Rotowire.com
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Brings in three targets
Strange secured all three of his targets for 19 yards during Sunday's' 24-20 loss to the Texans.
Analysis: Strange has drawn three straight starts at tight end with Evan Engram (hamstring) sidelined, and has been the busier pass-catcher over Luke Farrell (zero catches, one target versus Houston). In that span, Strange has caught eight of 14 targets for 96 yards and one score. If Engram is able to get back on the field against the Colts in Week 5, however, Strange figures to return to a depth role.
Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 8:56am by Rotowire.com
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Scores second career TD
Strange secured two of five targets for 12 yards and a touchdown in the Jaguars' 47-10 loss to the Bills on Monday night.
Analysis: The second-year tight end capped off the opening possession of the second half with a six-yard touchdown grab, his second career score. Strange was coming off a career-best 3-65-0 line on six targets against the Browns in Week 2, and he and Luke Farrell once again helped make up for the absence of Evan Engram (hamstring) on Monday night. If Engram is able to suit up for Sunday's Week 4 road clash against the Texans, both reserve tight ends figure to return to fantasy irrelevance except in very…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 8:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Career-best showing in loss
Strange caught three of six targets for 65 yards during Sunday's 18-13 loss to the Browns.
Analysis: Starting tight end Evan Engram (hamstring) was a late scratch for Sunday's contest, and Strange took advantage of the opportunity as he nearly doubled his career total for receiving yards. The 2023 second-round pick played 41 of 60 offensive snaps and finished second on the team in targets. Engram's availability for Week 3 remains up in the air, so there's a chance Strange works as Jacksonville's No. 1 tight end for a second straight week next Monday in Buffalo. The latter appears to have the…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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No targets Week 1
Strange wasn't targeted during Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: The 2023 second-round pick out-snapped Luke Farrell 19 to 14 on offense, but starter Evan Engram was the only Jacksonville tight end to be involved in the passing game. Strange caught five passes for 35 yards and a touchdown in 14 games as a rookie last year, and he's again opened 2024 in a minor role.
Published: Tue, Sep 10 at 9:34am by Rotowire.com
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Uneventful rookie campaign
Strange finished the season with five catches on nine targets for 35 yards and a touchdown in 14 games.
Analysis: The rookie second-round pick's first year in the NFL wasn't a particularly notable one, as he worked as Jacksonville's No. 3 tight end. Both Evan Engram and Luke Farrell remain under contract in 2024, but the latter is primarily a blocking tight end. Given the draft capital used to acquire Strange, it wouldn't be a surprise to see him move into a larger role next year.
Published: Tue, Jan 23 at 4:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Active Sunday
Strange (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.
Analysis: The tight end missed the Jaguars' last three games and was limited in practice throughout the week. Strange enters Sunday's contest as Jacksonville's third tight end behind Evan Engram and Luke Farrell. Strange has four catches for 34 yards and a touchdown on 246 offensive snaps this season.
Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 11:43am by Rotowire.com
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Chance to return Week 16
Strange (foot) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.
Analysis: The rookie tight end out of Penn State was limited all week in practice after missing Jacksonville's last three games with this foot issue, and he has a shot at suiting up Week 16. Even if Strange is able to play Sunday, he'd likely see minimal work on offense, as he's behind both Evan Engram and Luke Farrell on the Jaguars' depth chart.
Published: Fri, Dec 22 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Still tending to foot injury
Strange (foot) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Strange has missed the Jaguars' last three games due to a foot issue, and he's now limited to begin the team's new week of practice. He'll likely need to practice in full Thursday or Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.
Published: Wed, Dec 20 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive against Baltimore
Strange (foot) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Ravens.
Analysis: Strange was questionable for Sunday's matchup but will be forced to miss a third consecutive game due to his foot injury. However, he was a limited participant in practice all week, and it's possible he returns to action soon.
Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 3:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Chance to play versus Baltimore
Strange (foot) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Ravens, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.
Analysis: Strange was a limited participant in all three practices this week and has a chance to return from a two-game absence. If he does play, he'll return to his role operating on special teams and as a run-blocking tight end behind Evan Engram and Luke Farrell.
Published: Fri, Dec 15 at 4:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to begin Week 15 prep
Strange (foot) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Strange has missed the Jaguars' past two games due to a foot injury, and he didn't practice at all last week. His ability to get in a limited session on the first day of Week 15 prep suggests that he's making progress, but the tight end's chance of returning to action against Baltimore on Sunday could hinge on how much he's able to practice the rest of the week. When healthy, Strange has had a fairly significant role as a blocker, but he's totaled just four catches on seven targets for 34 yards…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 13 at 5:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially out for Sunday
Strange (foot) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Browns.
Analysis: Head coach Doug Peterson told reporters Friday that Strange wasn't expected to suit up this weekend, and he's since been officially ruled out for Sunday's affair. With Strange missing his second consecutive game Week 14, Luke Farrell will serve as the Jaguars' lone backup tight end behind Evan Engram.
Published: Fri, Dec 8 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely to face Browns
Coach Doug Pederson said Friday that Strange (foot) is not expected to suit up for Sunday's game against the Browns, John Shipley of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Strange couldn't play Monday versus the Bengals, and he will now likely have to miss a second straight contest. If Strange can't play Sunday, his next chance to take the field will come Week 15 versus Baltimore.
Published: Fri, Dec 8 at 8:23am by Rotowire.com
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Not over injury
Strange (toe) was a nonparticipant during practice Wednesday, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.
Analysis: Strange was unable to suit up Monday against the Bengals, and the rookie tight end continues to be sidelined as the team turns its focus toward Week 14. The Penn State product will have another opportunity to get back on the field Thursday, which he may need to make happen if he's going to suit up Sunday against the Browns.
Published: Wed, Dec 6 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out Monday
Strange (foot) is inactive for Jacksonville's game versus the Bengals on Monday.
Analysis: Strange will now miss the first game of his rookie campaign after nursing a foot injury in practice all week. With Strange out, the Jaguars elevated Josh Pederson from the practice squad to provide depth behind Evan Engram and Luke Farrell.
Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 4:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Trending in wrong direction
Strange (foot) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday night's game against the Bengals, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Strange seems to be trending toward not playing in Monday night's affair, as he's gone from limited participation at Friday's practice to a DNP on Saturday. With both Strange and Luke Farrell (toe) potentially missing Week 13, Evan Engram is the only tight end on Jacksonville's roster without an injury designation.
Published: Sat, Dec 2 at 12:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Friday
Strange (foot) was a limited participant in Friday's practice.
Analysis: The rookie tight end out of Penn State could be in jeopardy of missing Monday night's contest, as he seems to be nursing a foot issue. Strange has seen minimal work on Jacksonville's offense thus far, catching four of his seven targets for 34 yards and one touchdown. He'll likely carry an injury designation into Monday night's affair.
Published: Fri, Dec 1 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches first touchdown
Strange caught two of three targets for 27 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 37-20 win over Indianapolis.
Analysis: The rookie second-round pick had just two catches for seven yards across the first five games of the season, but he played a season-high 55 percent of Jacksonville's offensive snaps Sunday. He saw similar playing time as fellow reserve tight end Luke Farrell, while Evan Engram remains the clear starter. Strange could work as Jacksonville's No. 2 tight end going forward, but he's unlikely to see much action in the passing game if Engram stays healthy.
Published: Mon, Oct 16 at 8:31pm by Rotowire.com
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No targets in debut
Strange played 27 offensive snaps but wasn't targeted during Sunday's 31-21 win against the Colts.
Analysis: The rookie second-round pick received a fair amount of playing time in his professional debut but was an afterthought in the passing game, with starter Evan Engram being the only Jacksonville tight end to receive any targets. Luke Farrell received a bit more playing time, but neither he nor Strange are likely to see much of the ball while Engram remains healthy.
Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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Fighting for backup job
Strange recorded three receptions on four targets for 23 yards in Saturday's 25-7 preseason win over the Lions.
Analysis: Strange was the second tight end on the field after incumbent backup Luke Farrell. He ended up getting a significant amount of run late into the second quarter, and his most significant contribution came on a 15-yard gain that was primarily based on work after the catch. For now, Strange appears to be third on the tight end depth chart, though he could jump Farrell prior to the close of the preseason.
Published: Sat, Aug 19 at 3:45pm by Rotowire.com
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