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  • Three TD catches against Jets

    Etienne rushed 12 times for 32 yards while catching three of four targets for 73 yards and three touchdowns in Sunday's 48-20 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Etienne more than made up for a modest performance on the ground by recording touchdown receptions of 20, eight and 45 yards. The first of those three scores came 21 seconds before halftime, and Etienne scored once each in the third and fourth quarters. Etienne has been a key part of Jacksonville's recent surge, with nine total touchdowns over the team's last six games heading into a Week 15 road matchup against Denver's stout defense.

    Published: Sun, Dec 14 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two touchdowns in blowout win

    Etienne rushed the ball 20 times for 74 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 36-19 win over the Colts. He added one reception on one target for eight yards.

    Analysis: While he was helped by a brief Bhayshul Tuten absence, Etienne dominated the work out of Jacksonville's backfield and topped 20 carries for only the second time this season. He was very efficient with his work in the first half, scoring twice from three and 28 yards away while also turning in an additional long run of 11 yards. Etienne lost much of that efficiency in the second half as Jacksonville was running out the clock, but he still managed to top 70 rushing yards for the fourth time in…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 7 at 6:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Can't get going in easy win

    Etienne rushed the ball 12 times for 28 yards in Sunday's 25-3 win over the Titans. He added one reception on one target for 13 yards.

    Analysis: The Jaguars dominated the game on the scoreboard, but their offensive showing wasn't all that impressive. The running game was the primary culprit, as Etienne matched his lowest yards-per-rush mark of the season, and his longest gain on the ground went for only six yards. The lone positive was that he worked as the clear lead back ahead of Bhayshul Tuten, though Etienne did cede several carries around the goal line to the rookie.

    Published: Sun, Nov 30 at 5:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive as RB1 in OT win

    Etienne (shoulder) took 15 carries for 86 yards while catching three of four targets for 30 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-24 overtime win against Arizona.

    Analysis: Etienne and Bhayshul Tuten (ankle) both shed their respective injury tags from last week's win over the Chargers, but it was the former who dominated the backfield touches against the Cardinals on Sunday. Tuten (7-17-0) struggled in his limited role, while Etienne more than doubled his teammate's touches with greater efficiency overall. This comes as a relief for Etienne's fantasy managers after the talented rushing duo split work evenly in last week's victory. Etienne will look to keep the…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 23 at 7:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared after limited practices

    Etienne (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Etienne and Bhayshul Tuten (ankle) have both been cleared after logging three limited practice sessions. Etienne has worked ahead of Tuten for most of the season, but they split the backfield workload nearly evenly in Jacksonville's Week 11 win over the Chargers prior to Tuten's exit from the game in the second half. Jacksonville has found success with a run-heavy approach in recent weeks, and the Jaguars are unlikely to deviate from that game plan against a Cardinals team that has allowed five…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 21 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Thursday, same as Tuten

    Etienne (shoulder) was listed as limited at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Etienne didn't take contact at Thursday's practice so a second consecutive limited designation was expected. Bhayshul Tuten (ankle) was also listed as limited both Wednesday and Thursday after splitting carries with Etienne in Jacksonville's Week 11 win over the Chargers. Whether either running back upgrades to full participation Friday could play a significant role in determining which Jaguar gets the lion's share of carries Sunday against Arizona's struggling defense.

    Published: Thu, Nov 20 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Taking part in non-contact practice

    Etienne (shoulder) is handling non-contact reps at Thursday's practice, Ryan O'Halloran of The Florida Times-Union reports.

    Analysis: Etienne appears set to log as second consecutive limited practice to begin Week 12 preparations, meaning his status will need to be closely monitored leading up to Sunday's road matchup against the Patriots. Bhayshul Tuten (ankle) was also limited Wednesday, and before the rookie was forced out versus the Chargers in Week 11 due to injury he and Etienne had split backfield reps nearly evenly.

    Published: Thu, Nov 20 at 9:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at Wednesday's practice

    Etienne (shoulder) and Bhayshul Tuten (ankle) both were limited participants in practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: The two running backs worked in a near-even split until Tuten left Sunday's 35-6 win over the Chargers with an ankle injury. Etienne apparently also picked up an injury along the way, which may or may not be part of the reason that Tuten had a much larger role relative to recent weeks. Whatever the case, Etienne was never announced with an injury during the game and played into the fourth quarter before handing things over to passing-down specialist LeQuint Allen in garbage time. Wednesday's…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 19 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of rush TDs in win

    Etienne rushed 19 times for 73 yards and two touchdowns and failed to bring in either of his two targets in the Jaguars' 35-6 win over the Chargers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Etienne was sharing plenty of work with Bhayshul Tuten (ankle) early on , but the latter ended up exiting the contest due to injury. That opened up more opportunity for Etienne, who contributed two- and 13-yard scoring runs for his first multi-TD game of the season. Etienne's yardage total was also his second highest since Week 4, and he could be in for a significant workload in a Week 12 road matchup against the Cardinals.

    Published: Sun, Nov 16 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets into end zone in loss

    Etienne carried the ball 16 times for 58 yards and a touchdown and caught two of four targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 36-29 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: The fourth-year RB produced the Jaguars' last score of the afternoon on a six-yard run in the third quarter, giving the team a 29-10 lead that shockingly evaporated in the fourth. Etienne ended a four-game TD drought in the process, and on the season he's amassed 786 scrimmage yards and four total touchdowns (three rushing, one receiving) through nine contests. He'll look to keep rolling in Week 11 against the Chargers.

    Published: Sun, Nov 9 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Largest workload in 2025

    Etienne took 22 carries for 84 yards while hauling in all five of his targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 30-29 overtime win over Las Vegas.

    Analysis: Etienne experienced his largest workload to date in 2025 by setting new season highs in carries and receptions Sunday. The increased volume did not result in his finest fantasy performance, however, after backup Bhayshul Tuten and QB Trevor Lawrence combined to vulture three rushing scores from Jacksonville's starting tailback. It was still a solid overall showing from Etienne, who will continue spearheading the Jaguars' rushing attack against the Texans next Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 8:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Just nine touches Sunday

    Etienne carried the ball eight times for 44 yards and caught one of three targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 35-7 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: While the fourth-year back was effective with his touches, Etienne got phased out of the game plan in the second half after the Jaguars fell behind 21-0 before halftime. Heading into the team's Week 8 bye, Etienne sports an impressive 594 scrimmage yards and three total TDs through seven contests.

    Published: Sun, Oct 19 at 10:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stymied in Week 6 loss

    Etienne rushed 12 times for 27 yards and brought in four of five targets for 28 yards in the Jaguars' 20-12 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.

    Analysis: Etienne was absolutely stonewalled on the ground by a talented Seahawks front seven, although he was able to partly atone for the shortfall with a solid day through the air that saw him post new season highs in receptions, receiving yards and targets. The fifth-year back now has back-to-back 12-carry tallies after opening the season with at least 14 rush attempts in each of the first four games, but he remains the Jaguars' unquestioned No. 1 back and next faces a Rams defense that was gashed by…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 12 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies 58 total yards in win

    Etienne rushed 12 times for 49 yards and brought in three of four targets for nine yards in the Jaguars' 31-28 win over the Chiefs on Monday night.

    Analysis: Etienne logged his lowest carry total of the campaign, which also led to a new low-water mark in rushing yards. The talented back also failed to record a double-digit-yardage run for the first time in five contests, but he reemerged in the passing game to an extent after mustering just a single reception for one yard on four targets in the previous pair of contests. Etienne draws another challenging matchup when the Seahawks pay a visit for a Week 6 interconference matchup Sunday afternoon.

    Published: Mon, Oct 6 at 8:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Rips through 49ers' defense Sunday

    Etienne took 19 carries for 124 yards and a touchdown while adding one reception for one yard in Sunday's 26-21 win over San Francisco.

    Analysis: Etienne produced his finest fantasy score of the season after gashing the 49ers' defense for a 48-yard touchdown on the first play following a turnover at the start of the second quarter. The 26-year-old did not let up from there, taking 19 of the 23 carries the Jaguars allotted to running backs for his second 100-plus yard rushing game of the season. After falling out of favor in 2024, Etienne has reclaimed the Jaguars' starting job under new head coach Liam Coen on efficiency (6.1 YPC) we…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 28 at 5:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Salvages day with TD

    Etienne rushed 16 times for 56 yards and a touchdown and failed to bring in either of his two targets in the Jaguars' 17-10 win over the Texans on Sunday.

    Analysis: Etienne found running room at a premium against a talented Texans front, but he was able to rescue fantasy managers from a washout by recording a 10-yard touchdown run with just under two minutes remaining. The score, Etienne's first on the ground in 2025, delivered what would prove to be the game-winning points. Etienne has seen his rushing yardage total drop in each of the last two contests after opening the season with a 143-yard effort against the Panthers, a trend he'll aim to reverse in a…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Rings up receiving TD in loss

    Etienne rushed 14 times for 71 yards and brought in two of three targets for 18 yards and a touchdown in the Jaguars' 31-27 loss to the Bengals on Sunday.

    Analysis: Etienne went a long way toward proving his breakout Week 1 performance was no fluke, as he averaged 5.1 yards per carry while comfortably pacing the Jaguars in rush attempts and rushing yards. The versatile veteran also made his mark as a receiver via an 11-yard touchdown catch with just over four minutes remaining in the third quarter, his first score of any kind in the new season. With ex-backfield mate Tank Bigsby now in Philadelphia, Etienne looks entrenched as the clear-cut No. 1 back in…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 14 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes statement in Week 1 win

    Etienne carried the ball 16 times for 143 yards and caught all three of his targets for 13 yards in Sunday's 26-10 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: The fourth-year RB headed into Week 1 with big questions about his spot on the Jaguars' depth chart, and how much of the workload he might have to share with Tank Bigsby and rookie Bhayshul Tuten. Etienne answered those questions in emphatic fashion, with his longest gain going for 71 yards in the second quarter to set up a Brian Thomas touchdown. Meanwhile, Bigsby and Tuten combined for just 23 rushing yards on eight carries, and neither one caught a pass. New coach Liam Coen turned Bucky…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 7 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets second drive after Bigsby

    Etienne rushed three times for 24 yards and caught his only target for eight yards in Sunday's 17-17 preseason tie against the Saints.

    Analysis: All four of Etienne's touches came on Jacksonville's second drive after Tank Bigsby played the first drive, though both possessions featured the rest of the team's healthy starters, including quarterback Trevor Lawrence. Etienne and Bigsby appear headed for a timeshare in the regular season, though rookie fourth-round pick Bhayshul Tuten is pushing to crack that rotation and helped his case by scoring a second-quarter touchdown with the backups Sunday. Etienne's standing in the Jaguars'…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 17 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Serves as lead back

    Etienne rushed the ball twice for six yards in Saturday's 31-25 preseason loss to the Steelers. He added one reception on one target for 10 yards.

    Analysis: Etienne was on the field for the Jaguars' first offensive drive along with the starting unit, their only drive of the contest. He played all 11 snaps, while neither Tank Bigsby nor Bhayshul Tuten saw the field. This usage won't necessarily carry forward to the regular season, but it certainly suggests that Etienne remains the Jaguars' primary running back.

    Published: Sat, Aug 9 at 7:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sharing reps with Bigsby

    Etienne and Tank Bigsby have handled the bulk of the reps alongside starting QB Trevor Lawrence in training camp, relative to the rest of the Jaguars' running back corps, John Shipley of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: In the process, Shipley suggests that the team's backfield roles are starting to be defined, with Bigsby setting the tone as an effective downhill rusher, while Etienne has been the best and most-used back in the passing game. Down the road, 2025 draftees Bhayshul Tuten and LeQuint Allen could push for playing time, but thus far, the sort of Bigsby/Etienne timeshare that was in play last season has continued during the Jaguars' ongoing training camp.

    Published: Thu, Jul 31 at 9:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Excited for fit in new offense

    Etienne said Thursday at mandatory minicamp that new head coach Liam Coen's offense "has been getting me in a lot of space" and "always puts us in position to make plays," Garry Smits of The Florida Times-Union reports.

    Analysis: Etienne expressed optimism the Jaguars' decision to draft guard Wyatt Milum in the third round of April's draft and sign five offensive linemen in free agency will lead to improvement up front, saying that across his Jacksonville career "we've been ranked 31, 32 in run blocking," but Coen and new general manager James Gladstone have demonstrated that they're "committed to the process and they know what it takes." Coen also dismissed trade rumors surrounding Etienne, saying that the 2021…read more

    Published: Fri, Jun 13 at 8:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Splits workload to wrap up season

    Etienne carried the ball 13 times for 31 yards and caught three of five targets for 29 yards in Sunday's 26-23 overtime loss to the Colts.

    Analysis: The third-year back split the backfield workload nearly equally with Tank Bigsby, who turned 15 touches into 42 yards, but the latter also added a one-yard TD plunge to his ledger. Etienne saw a steep drop in his production in 2024 -- after topping 1,000 rushing yards in each of his first two NFL seasons, he managed only 558 yards on 150 totes for a 3.7 YPC while scoring a career-low two touchdowns. Etienne offers more than Bigsby as a receiver, catching 39 of 52 targets for 254 yards this…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 5 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 75 yards

    Etienne rushed the ball 14 times for 49 yards in Sunday's 20-13 win over the Titans. He added one reception on two targets for 26 yards.

    Analysis: Etienne's role continues to fluctuate every week, and he recorded a season-high 15 rushing attempts in Sunday's win. That was enough to lead the backfield, as Tank Bigsby was limited to 11 total touches. As has been the case for most of the campaign, Etienne's efficiency on the ground left plenty to be desired, though he did manage long gains of 15 and 11 yards. He also had an impressive 26-yard reception that required him to weave through multiple defenders. Though Etienne's usage is…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 8:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 37 yards

    Etienne rushed the ball nine times for 22 yards in Sunday's 19-14 loss to the Raiders. He added two receptions on three targets for 15 yards.

    Analysis: Etienne saw his role diminish with the Jaguars in a tightly contested matchup. He ended up with two fewer touches than Tank Bigsby, though Etienne's inefficiency on the ground was the driving factor in his poor stat line. Etienne is likely to be stuck in a similar role in Week 17 with the Jaguars taking on the Titans in what projects to be a close but low-scoring game.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 9:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ties season high of 85 total yards

    Etienne rushed 14 times for 65 yards while catching four of five targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 32-25 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Etienne reclaimed the lead role from Tank Bigsby, finishing with an 18-11 edge in touches after being out-touched, 19-8, by Bigsby against the Titans in Week 14. The week-to-week fluctuations limit both running backs' upside heading into an otherwise favorable Week 16 matchup against the Raiders. Etienne's 85 scrimmage yards against the Jets tied the season high he set back in Week 3 against the Bills.

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Loses work as rusher

    Etienne rushed the ball four times for 20 yards in Sunday's 10-6 win over the Titans. He added four receptions on four targets for 50 yards.

    Analysis: Etienne saw his rushing role diminish significantly in Tank Bigsby's second game back from an ankle injury, and he was out-touched 19-8. That will make Etienne tough to trust moving forward for fantasy purposes, though he did show promise as a receiver. He finished third on the team with four targets and second in yardage -- highlighted by a 21-yard catch and run late in the first quarter.

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 7:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies 58 total yards in loss

    Etienne rushed 13 times for 46 yards and secured all three targets for 12 yards in the Jaguars' 23-20 loss to the Texans on Sunday.

    Analysis: Etienne logged six more carries than backfield mate Tank Bigsby but couldn't muster any remarkable production against a typically stingy Texans run defense. The fourth-year back also was a modest contributor through the air while posting his second straight three-catch tally, but the outlook for all of the Jaguars' skill-position players will take at least a slight hit in a Week 14 road matchup against the Titans with Mac Jones likely filling in for Trevor Lawrence (concussion) in that contest.

    Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles with efficiency in loss

    Etienne rushed 12 times for 27 yards and brought in all three targets for six yards in the Jaguars' 52-6 loss to the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: With Tank Bigsby sidelined by an ankle injury, Etienne essentially had all early down work to himself. However, with Mac Jones at quarterback and an unstoppable Lions offense on the other side, Etienne couldn't get much going with his opportunities. The fourth-year back finished with under 50 rushing yards for the fifth consecutive game, and even his highest catch total since Week 5 netted next to nothing in production. Etienne will likely be back in a timeshare with Bigsby in a Week 13 home…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 4:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line for elevated role

    Etienne is slated to be the Jaguars' lead running back Sunday in Detroit with Tank Bigsby (ankle) ruled out for the contest.

    Analysis: Etienne acted as the primary RB for most of this past Sunday's loss to the Vikings after Tank Bigsby (ankle) made an early exit, turning 11 carries into 44 yards and his only target into a catch for minus-1 yard. Bigsby wasn't able to practice this week prior to Friday's declaration, and D'Ernest Johnson had a cap on his reps due to a hamstring issue. Considering the situation, Etienne could be in line for a large workload Sunday against a Lions defense that has given up seven TDs (tied for…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Steps in as lead back

    Etienne rushed the ball 11 times for 44 yards in Sunday's 12-7 loss to the Vikings. He also recorded one catch on one target for negative one yard.

    Analysis: Etienne recorded the first carry of the game for the Jaguars, though he appeared destined to continue to split work with Tank Bigsby (ankle). However, Bigsby suffered an injury early in the first quarter and managed to return for only one carry in the second quarter before spending the rest of the game on the sidelines. Even with his highest carry total since Week 4, Etienne failed to make much of an impact, though he did have an apparent touchdown overturned upon review. He could be in line to…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 5:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Week 10

    Etienne (hamstring) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game versus the Vikings.

    Analysis: Both Etienne and Tank Bigsby (ankle) were limited in practice all week, but both running backs will be available to the Jaguars offense Week 10. During this past Sunday's loss at Philadelphia, Etienne earned a 31 percent snap share and had five touches for 30 yards from scrimmage, while Bigsby handled 52 percent of the snaps en route to eight carries for 22 yards. The breakdown between the two should be somewhat similar this weekend.

    Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs another limited practice

    Etienne (hamstring) remained limited in practice Thursday.

    Analysis: The same applies to Tank Bigsby (ankle), while D'Ernest Johnson (hamstring) was tacked on to the Jaguars' Week 10 injury report after logging a limited session Thursday. Added context regarding the running back trio's statuses for Sunday's game against the Vikings will arrive Friday, but both Etienne and Bigsby played through their respective injuries last week, and it'd be surprising if either were unavailable this weekend.

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice

    Etienne (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

    Analysis: Etienne returned from a two-game absence for Sunday's 28-23 loss to the Eagles and played 72 percent of snaps in the first half, but he then took just nine percent of snaps post-halftime after his dropped pass late in the second quarter landed in a defender's hands for an interception. While he'll likely to play through the hamstring injury again this Sunday against the Vikings, it's difficult to project what kind of role Etienne will have in a backfield that also includes Tank Bigsby (ankle)…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Mild output in return

    Etienne (hamstring) rushed three times for 24 yards while catching two of three targets for six yards in Sunday's 28-23 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Tank Bigsby led Jacksonville's backfield with eight touches, but Etienne finished as the team's leading rusher. Neither tailback provided positive outputs Sunday, resulting in the expected cannibalization of fantasy value upon Etienne's return. A similar timeshare should be expected when the Jaguars host the Vikings next Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active in Week 9

    Etienne (hamstring) is active for Sunday's Week 9 matchup against the Eagles.

    Analysis: Etienne practiced in a limited fashion throughout the week and was reported to be trending toward active status earlier Sunday. With his availability now confirmed, Etienne will return from a two-game absence to a murky outlook in terms of workload, as backfield mate Tank Bigsby, who proved amply capable of handling the lead-back role over the previous two games, also is active after overcoming an ankle injury.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tracking toward playing Sunday

    Etienne remains listed as questionable but is considered likely to play Sunday against the Eagles, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Along with Etienne, fellow running back Tank Bigsby is carrying a questionable tag into Sunday, with head coach Doug Pederson previously labeling both players as game-time decisions. Rapoport relays that Bigsby and Etienne are both likely to be officially cleared to play when Jacksonville releases its inactive list approximately 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff, but the breakdown of snaps and touches between the two backs is difficult to project. Pederson has said that Etienne…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 4:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable along with Bigsby

    Etienne (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Eagles.

    Analysis: Etienne and Tank Bigsby (ankle) are both listed as questionable. Coach Doug Pederson said Friday that Etienne will likely be a game-time decision, per Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL Radio. If both running backs suit up, they likely would cut into each other's fantasy value while forming a timeshare, but this fluid situation will bear monitoring as inactives are announced approximately 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays limited in practice

    Etienne (hamstring) was a limited participant in practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Etienne hasn't taken part in a full practice since Week 4 and has sat out the Jaguars' last two games, so he may need to upgrade his activity Friday to avoid taking a designation into Sunday's game in Philadelphia. Head coach Doug Pederson has suggested that he's optimistic about Etienne's chances of playing Sunday, but even if the 25-year-old is available for the Week 9 contest, he could find himself in a timeshare out of the backfield with Tank Bigsby (ankle).

    Published: Thu, Oct 31 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice again

    Etienne (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

    Analysis: Etienne was a limited practice participant throughout the past two weeks and ended up missing both games, but the Jaguars seem to have more optimism that he'll be able to play this Sunday in Philadelphia. Fellow running back Tank Bigsby (ankle) was also a limited practice participant Wednesday, listed with a new injury that he likely picked up during the Week 8 loss to Green Bay. It's unclear how backfield work will be divided once both players are healthy; Bigsby has done well in the lead…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending in right direction

    Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson said Wednesday that he "feels good" about Etienne's (hamstring) chances of playing Sunday against the Eagles, Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville reports.

    Analysis: Etienne has missed two straight games but appears to be trending in the right direction ahead of the Jaguars' Week 9 contest. The running back hasn't managed anything more than limited participation in practice since injuring his hamstring Week 6, so he may have to take a step forward in terms of activity during the Jaguars' sessions Wednesday through Friday to boost his odds of being available this weekend. If Etienne is cleared to play Sunday, the extent of his role is somewhat muddled, as…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 8:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially inactive Week 8

    Etienne (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Packers.

    Analysis: Etienne worked as a limited participant at practice this week but will end up logging a second straight absence due to the hamstring issue. Tank Bigsby is poised to start versus Green Bay after he ran for 118 yards and two touchdowns last week against New England.

    Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Looking unlikely for Sunday

    Etienne (hamstring), who is questionable for Sunday's game against Green Bay, is considered a longshot to play, sources tell Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

    Analysis: Etienne continues to nurse a hamstring issue that first popped up against the Bears in Week 6. He played just 11 offensive snaps in that contest, then missed Week 7 against New England. Official word on his status won't arrive until the Jaguars post their inactive list 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, but assuming Etienne misses a second consecutive contest, Tank Bigsby will likely get another opportunity to start after going off for 118 rushing yards and two touchdowns last…read more

    Published: Sat, Oct 26 at 11:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable after three LPs

    Etienne (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Packers, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: This news comes as no surprise after coach Doug Pederson said earlier Friday that Etienne will be a game-time decision. Etienne logged a trio of limited practices after sitting out the Week 7 win over the Patriots. Even if Etienne suits up, he'll likely form a timeshare with the surging Tank Bigsby.

    Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • To be game-time decision

    Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson said Friday that Etienne (hamstring) will be a game-time decision for Sunday's contest against the Packers, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.

    Analysis: Etienne missed Jacksonville's win over the Patriots in Week 7, and it looks like his status for Sunday's contest against the Packers now will come down to the wire. Leading up to Week 8 action, Etienne has been a limited participant at practice, a pattern that seems likely to hold true on Friday's injury report, which also will reveal the starting running back's official game designation. Etienne seems destined to officially garner a questionable label, though, and potentially for final word on…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 7:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays limited in practice

    Etienne (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Etienne was listed as a limited participant in practice all of last week before sitting out the Jaguars' 32-16 win over the Patriots in London. Though head coach Doug Pederson termed Etienne as day-to-day Monday after previously considering the running back week-to-week, Etienne hasn't yet taken a step forward in terms of practice activity. A return to full participation in practice Friday would alleviate much of the concern about Etienne's status for Sunday's game against the Packers, but the…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as limited again

    Etienne (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

    Analysis: Etienne was a limited participant all last week and didn't end up playing in Sunday's win over the Patriots. Head coach Doug Pederson said Wednesday that Etienne is considered day-to-day, with the running back currently limited to individual drills and working with the training staff. Tank Bigsby's success as Jacksonville's lead runner last week makes Etienne unlikely to handle a large workload even if he returns for Sunday's game against the Packers.

    Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Considered day-to-day

    Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson said that Etienne (hamstring) will work with trainers and handle individual drills in Wednesday's practice and is considered day-to-day, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.

    Analysis: Etienne's hamstring injury forced him to sit out Week 7 against the Patriots, but he was listed as questionable leading up to Jacksonville's win in London. Pederson noted that Etienne had a good week of practice despite Jacksonville erring on the side of caution by holding him out against New England, so the running back should have a better chance at suiting up Sunday versus the Packers, as long as he's able to increase his practice reps Thursday and Friday without any setbacks. Tank Bigsby…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 7:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive for Week 7

    Etienne (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Patriots in London.

    Analysis: Approximately an hour before Jacksonville revealed its inactive list, head coach Doug Pederson told Steve Wyche of NFL Network that Etienne had a good week of practice before being listed as questionable heading into Sunday, but the Jaguars are deciding to err on the side of caution by keeping the running back out for at least one game. In Etienne's absence, Pederson suggested that the Jaguars would lean primarily on Tank Bigsby and D'Ernest Johnson to fill snaps out of the backfield, with…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 5:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Week 7

    Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson told Steve Wyche of NFL Network that Etienne (hamstring) -- who is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots -- won't play.

    Analysis: Expect the Jaguars to include Etienne on their inactive list, which will be released 90 minutes prior to the 9:30 a.m. ET kickoff in London. With Etienne set to miss his first game of the season, Tank Bigsby and D'Ernest Johnson will see expanded profiles out of the backfield. Look for Bigsby to serve as the Jaguars' top option on the ground, while Johnson operates as Jacksonville's passing-down back.

    Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 4:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 7

    Etienne (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest versus the Patriots in London.

    Analysis: Prior to leaving this past Sunday's loss to the Bears in London due to a hamstring injury, Etienne had experienced a downturn in his workload, combining for 15 touches between Weeks 5 and 6 after averaging 14.3 per game during the first four games of the campaign. On Monday, coach Doug Pederson termed Etienne week-to-week as a result of the health concern, according to Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com, and the running back proceeded to be listed as limited on all three Week 7 practice reports.…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 18 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed game-time decision

    Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson said Friday that Etienne (hamstring) will be a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup against the Patriots, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Etienne was deemed week-to-week Monday morning and has since turned in back-to-back limited practices. It wouldn't be surprising if Etienne officially is listed as limited again Friday and ultimately carries a questionable designation into the weekend, as official confirmation on his status may not arrive until roughly 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 9:30 a.m ET kickoff. Tank Bigsby will be the favorite to start versus New England if Etienne is unable to go, while D'Ernest Johnson will figure to…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 18 at 7:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice

    Etienne (hamstring) remained limited in practice Thursday.

    Analysis: He's logged consecutive limited practices since coach Doug Pederson deemed the RB week-to-week Monday morning. It's hard to tell exactly where he's at in terms of the probability of playing against New England this Sunday, and there will be major workload concerns if Etienne is active -- not only because of his hamstring but also because Tank Bigsby and D'Ernest Johnson got more involved in the offense the past few weeks. In the event of an Etienne absence, Bigsby would be the favorite to start…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 17 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited practice participant

    Etienne (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

    Analysis: After head coach Doug Pederson deemed Etienne week-to-week following his early removal from Sunday's 35-16 loss to the Bears, the running back's ability to practice in any capacity Wednesday comes as a surprise. D'Ernest Johnson took 77 percent of snaps after halftime with the Jaguars trailing by multiple scores, but Tank Bigsby likely would take over as the lead runner if Etienne were to miss Sunday's game against New England.

    Published: Wed, Oct 16 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Viewed as week-to-week

    Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson labeled Etienne as week-to-week after the running back exited Sunday's 35-16 loss to the Bears with a hamstring injury, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Etienne failed to haul in his lone target and carried three times for minus-1 yard across 11 snaps before exiting early in the third quarter with the injury. Though he was initially labeled questionable to return, Etienne wasn't able to check back into the game, and Pederson's comments a day later suggest that the 25-year-old isn't expected to be available for Jacksonville's Week 7 matchup with New England in London. With Etienne departing early Sunday, D'Ernest Johnson led Jaguars running…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 6:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures hamstring Sunday

    Etienne was forced out of Sunday's game against the Bears with a hamstring injury.

    Analysis: Prior to his exit from the contest, Etienne carried three times for minus-1 yard and failed to haul in his lone target. Etienne had previously been limited to playing just 22 snaps in last week's win over the Colts due to a shoulder injury, so he could have a second straight game cut short by injury. In Etienne's absence, Tank Bigsby and D'Ernest Johnson will serve as the Jaguars' options out of the backfield.

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 8:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up for London game

    Etienne (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Bears, Demetrius Harvey of the Florida Times-Union reports.

    Analysis: Etienne was limited in all three of Jacksonville's practices leading up to Sunday's game in London, but that was enough to earn him the green light. Despite being healthy enough to play, he likely will be looking at a reduced workload due to the emergence of Tank Bigsby, who has rushed for 191 yards and two touchdowns over the last two games compared to Etienne's 67 yards on the ground over that span.

    Published: Fri, Oct 11 at 11:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited in practice

    Etienne (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

    Analysis: Etienne was a limited participant all last week and now again for the first two practices of Week 6. He ended up aggravating his shoulder injury during Sunday's 37-34 win over Indianapolis and took just 17 percent of snaps in the second half (down from 58 percent pre-halftime). Tank Bigsby took advantage with 128 total yards and two impressive TDs, leading to speculation he could take over the featured role (or at least force a near-even split with Etienne). Jaguars coach Doug Pederson doesn't…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 10 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice

    Etienne (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

    Analysis: Etienne was a limited participant all last week before taking 58 percent of snaps and nine touches in the first half of an eventual 37-34 win over the Colts. He aggravated his shoulder injury at some point along the way and then saw just three touches and a 17 percent snap share in the second half, with Tank Bigsby taking over as the lead runner en route to 128 total yards and two touchdowns. A limited practice to start Week 6 suggests Etienne should be able to play this Sunday against the…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 9 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Has shoulder issue

    Coach Doug Pederson said Monday that Etienne "got popped...pretty good" on his shoulder during Sunday's 37-34 win over the Colts, Garry Smitsof the Jacksonville Florida Times-Union reports.

    Analysis: Etienne logged 22 of a possible 58 snaps on offense Sunday en route to rushing six times for 17 yards and catching six of his seven targets for 43 yards in the contest. However, Pederson said that Etienne's carry count was limited to not put him more at risk. Meanwhile, Tank Bigsby (23 snaps) ran 13 times for 101 yards and two TDs and caught his only target for 28 yards. While this doesn't sound like an issue that will impact Etienne's status for this weekend's game against the Bears, there's a…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 7 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive as receiver in win

    Etienne rushed six times for 17 yards and brought in six of seven targets for 43 yards in the Jaguars' 37-34 win over the Colts on Sunday.

    Analysis: Etienne shook off a shoulder injury he dealt with during the week to open the game in his usual lead-back role, but it was backfield mate Tank Bigsby who ultimately was the standout performer of the two on the ground. Etienne was outgained by a 101-17 margin on the ground, although he did partly make up for it with a season-best receiving line. Nevertheless, with Bigsby now looking like the more explosive of the two backs for two consecutive games and also logging seven more carries than…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to play, as is Bigsby

    Etienne (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Colts after logging three limited practices, Demetrius Harvey of the Florida Times-Union reports.

    Analysis: Etienne did enough to stave off an injury designation Friday, despite failing to reach full practice participation at any point during the week. Tank Bigsby (shoulder) followed the same practice regimen and also has been cleared to play. Bigsby rushed for 90 yards on just seven carries in the 24-20 Week 4 loss to Houston, while Etienne spent a chunk of the first half on the sideline due to his shoulder injury. Etienne figures to get the bulk of the rushing workload Sunday, but Bigsby's…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 4 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays limited in practice

    Etienne (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Etienne had a cap on his reps in practice for the second day in a row, but the Jaguars haven't yet suggested that his availability for Sunday's game against the Colts is in any peril. Even so, Etienne will likely need to upgrade to full practice participation Friday to avoid taking a designation into Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Oct 3 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice

    Etienne (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville reports.

    Analysis: The same goes for Tank Bigsby, who suffered his shoulder injury in a Week 2 loss to Cleveland and was limited to special teams for the rest of the game. Bigsby then played Weeks 3 and 4, taking on a bigger role this past Sunday after Etienne suffered a shoulder injury of his own early in the first quarter against Houston. Etienne returned later in the first half and ended up leading the Jacksonville running backs in snap share (52 percent) and carries (11), but Bigsby made the most of his seven…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays through shoulder issue

    Etienne (shoulder) carried the ball 11 times for 50 yards and caught one of two targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: The running back missed most of the first quarter with a shoulder issue, and while he was able to return to the contest, Etienne was overshadowed in the Jaguars' backfield by Tank Bigsby, who amassed 90 rushing yards on only seven carries. It's also the first time Etienne has failed to catch multiple passes in a regular-season game since Week 14 of the 2022 season. Bigsby's performance, and Jacksonville's winless record, could prompt the team to shake things up with a backfield timeshare in…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 4:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to contest

    Etienne (shoulder) returned to Sunday's game against the Texans.

    Analysis: Etienne had been forced out of the game with a shoulder injury, but he was able to return to the Jaguars' Week 4 backfield, which also includes Tank Bigsby and D'Ernest Johnson.

    Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with shoulder issue

    Etienne was forced out of Sunday's game against the Texans with a shoulder injury.

    Analysis: As long as Etienne is sidelined, Tank Bigsby and D'Ernest Johnson are available to handle the Jaguars' backfield duties versus Houston.

    Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 10:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Efficient in lopsided loss

    Etienne rushed 11 times for 68 yards and brought in four of six targets for 17 yards in the Jaguars' 47-10 loss to the Bills on Monday night.

    Analysis: Considering game script turned against the ground attack fairly quickly and the Bills defense was flying around with confidence as a result, Etienne had a very productive performance from an efficiency standpoint. The fourth-year back's rushing yardage, reception total and reception yardage were all season highs, as was his target count. Etienne has topped out at 13 carries in terms of a single-game high over the first three contests, however, as Jacksonville has often been in the trail…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 8:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone again

    Etienne rushed the ball 13 times for 52 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 18-13 loss to the Browns. He added three receptions on four targets for six yards.

    Analysis: Etienne accounted for 13 of the 19 carries recorded by Jacksonville's skill-position players, in part due to the mid-game departure of Tank Bigsby (shoulder). Etienne had a middling performance from an efficiency perspective, though he managed long runs of 20 and 12 yards and also punched in the team's lone touchdown from four yards away and now has found the end zone in each of his first two games of the campaign. Bigsby failed to record a carry before his exit, but if he proves to be healthy…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 4:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Key fumble in Week 1 loss

    Etienne rushed 12 times for 44 yards and a touchdown and brought in two of three targets for 15 yards in the Jaguars' 20-17 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Etienne's season-opening experience soured significantly with a game-changing fumble, with the third-year back losing the ball at the end of a 10-yard run down to Miami's three-yard line to waste a six-play, 94-yard drive late in the third quarter. Jacksonville appeared on the precipice of what could have been a game-sealing touchdown considering the Jaguars were already up 17-7, but the resulting touchback from the end-zone recovery gave the Dolphins immediate life. Etienne also notably saw…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looks good in preseason finale

    Etienne rushed the ball seven times for 46 yards in Friday's 31-0 preseason win over Atlanta. He added one reception on one target for three yards.

    Analysis: Etienne and the majority of the Jaguars' starters took the field for two drives and experienced plenty of success. More interesting than the stat line was Etienne's usage, as he tallied seven carries to Tank Bigsby's three on the opening two possessions. Bigsby came on the field for a pair of short-yardage situations -- he was stuffed on the first -- but Etienne handled the vast majority of the workload. Jacksonville's coaching staff has discussed the desire to lighten Etienne's usage in 2024,…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 23 at 7:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to play

    Etienne and other key Jaguars are unlikely to play in Saturday's preseason game against Tampa Bay, Zach Goodall of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Etienne played one series in Jacksonville's preseason opener, taking four carries for three yards before catching a nine-yard TD pass to close out the opening drive. It won't come as any surprise if that's the only action he sees this preseason, as there's no doubt about his standing atop the depth chart, and he'll likely play a lot of snaps Week 1 at Miami.

    Published: Sat, Aug 17 at 2:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records receiving TD in win

    Etienne rushed four times for three yards and brought in his only target for a nine-yard touchdown in the Jaguars' 26-13 preseason win over the Chiefs on Saturday night.

    Analysis: The talented back found running room at a premium, but he was able to cap off the Jaguars' opening possession with a nine-yard touchdown grab in connection with Trevor Lawrence. Etienne projects for another robust role in the upcoming season as the Jaguars' clear No. 1 back. It remains to be seen if he'll see a boost in playing time during the team's second preseason game against the Buccaneers next Saturday night.

    Published: Sat, Aug 10 at 7:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Workload to decline?

    Doug Pederson said during OTAs that the Jaguars want to lean on Etienne less during the 2024 campaign in order to keep him healthy, Michael DiRocco of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Pederson said it's "hard to put necessarily a rep count" on Etienne's weekly touches, but that looking ahead to 2024 season the coaching staff is "making sure [Tank Bigsby] gets opportunities to get out there and take some of the pounding off of [Etienne]." As DiRocco notes, Etienne finished 2023 accounting for 76 percent of the running back touches for Jacksonville, a high workload that coincided with a disappointing rookie showing for Bigsby. If either D'Ernest Johnson or Bigsby can emerge as…read more

    Published: Thu, May 23 at 10:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Fifth-year option picked up

    The Jaguars officially exercised Etienne's fifth-year option Monday.

    Analysis: GM Trent Baalke said Saturday that Jacksonville would pick up the fifth-year options of both Etienne and quarterback Trevor Lawrence, and the team has now made both moves official. Since missing his entire rookie season due to a Lisfranc injury, Etienne has compiled back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing campaigns and totaled 17 touchdowns over the last two seasons. Now signed through the 2025 season, Etienne is locked in atop Jacksonville's backfield for the next two years, with Tank Bigsby and…read more

    Published: Mon, Apr 29 at 9:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • To get fifth-year option

    GM Trent Baalke said Saturday that the Jaguars will exercise the fifth-year option on Etienne's rookie contract, John Shipley of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: The same can be said for fellow 2021 first-round pick Trevor Lawrence, which will become official by Thursday's deadline to lock in such options. After getting drafted three years ago, Etienne's pro debut was delayed due to a Lisfranc injury during the preseason in August 2021, but he's since rushed for more than 1,000 yards in both of the last two seasons while racking up 93 catches for 792 yards in 34 regular-season contests. He'll continue to lead Jacksonville's backfield for the next two…read more

    Published: Sat, Apr 27 at 6:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reaches 1,000 rushing yards

    Etienne rushed the ball 16 times for 57 yards in Sunday's 28-20 loss to the Titans. He added five receptions on six targets for 30 yards.

    Analysis: Etienne was scripted out of rushing attempts in the second half with the Jaguars chasing the lead, though he still managed to top 1,000 rushing yards for the second time in as many pro seasons. He also matched his season high with five receptions -- his first such performance came in Week 1 -- and ended the campaign with 476 receiving yards and 58 receptions, both of which were significant improvements over his rookie season. Given his improvement in his second year, it's almost certain that…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 2:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Standout performance in win

    Etienne rushed 16 times for 102 yards and two touchdowns and brought in both targets for 16 yards in the Jaguars' 26-0 win over the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Stymied on the ground for an extended stretch of games, Etienne put together his second-highest rushing yardage tally of the season with a big lift from a 62-yard touchdown run early in the third quarter. Etienne added a one-yard scoring rush in the fourth quarter to close out the rout, marking his first multi-touchdown effort since Week 7. Etienne will aim to help the Jaguars lock up a playoff berth in Week 18 on the road against the Titans.

    Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 8:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Standout performance in win

    Etienne rushed 16 times for 102 yards and two touchdowns and brought in both targets for 16 yards in the Jaguars' 26-0 win over the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Stymied on the ground for an extended stretch of games, Etienne put together his second-highest rushing yardage tally of the season with a big lift from a 62-yard touchdown run early in the third quarter. Etienne added a one-yard scoring rush in the fourth quarter to close out the rout, marking his first multi-touchdown effort since Week 7. Etienne will aim to help the Jaguars lock up a playoff berth in Week 18 on the road against the Titans.

    Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 8:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 31 yards on nine touches

    Etienne rushed six times for 12 yards and caught all three of his targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 30-12 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Etienne saw his touch count decrease for the third week in a row, but this time it was due to an undesirable game script that had the Jaguars starting the second half down 20-0. The Clemson product didn't help the situation when given opportunities, finishing with a per-carry average well below 4.0 yards for the fourth time over his last five starts. Etienne's fantasy value is heavily tied to his usage, and his recent decline in touches makes him a riskier play than usual against Carolina on…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 4:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in tough matchup

    Etienne took 10 carries for 31 yards and caught four of six targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 23-7 loss to the Ravens.

    Analysis: Etienne was cleared of the rib injury designation that had plagued him in recent weeks, but the improved health did not result in improved results on the field. The 24-year-old finished with a per-carry average below four yards for the eighth time over his last nine games. He has helped offset those shortcomings as a rusher by averaging 3.3 receptions and 29.7 receiving yards over that same timeframe. Etienne still maintains a stranglehold on the starting job in Jacksonville heading into next…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 9:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to play Sunday

    Etienne (ribs) doesn't carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Ravens, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Etienne has been managing a rib injury since getting banged up Week 12, but unlike the last two weeks when was deemed questionable on the Jaguars' final injury reports, the running back's status for this Sunday's game isn't in question. In the team's 31-27 loss to the Browns in Week 14, Etienne carried 14 times for 35 yards and a TD and added four catches for 37 yards, while logging 59 of a possible 76 snaps. This weekend, he'll take aim at a Ravens defense that Kyren Williams ran for 114 yards…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 15 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again Thursday

    Etienne (ribs) remained limited in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Etienne has been dealing with a rib issue for a couple weeks but has yet to miss a game. He should be ready to go for Sunday night's AFC clash with the Ravens, but may have to practice fully Friday in order to avoid a Week 15 injury designation.

    Published: Thu, Dec 14 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice

    Etienne (ribs) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

    Analysis: Etienne will likely play through the rib injury for a third straight week when the Jaguars host the Ravens this Sunday. D'Ernest Johnson's role expanded a bit Weeks 11 through 13, but Etienne took on 78 percent of the snaps on offense and 18 of the 23 running back touches in a 31-27 loss to Cleveland in Week 14.

    Published: Wed, Dec 13 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies 10th touchdown

    Etienne rushed the ball 14 times for 35 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Browns. He added four receptions on four targets for 37 yards.

    Analysis: Etienne played through a rib injury that had him questionable leading up to Sunday's contest and accounted for 14 of the team's 17 touches by running backs. He was inefficient with those touches by averaging just 2.5 yards per carry, though he did manage a long run of 16 yards midway through the first quarter and also found the end zone on a one-yard dive late in the third quarter -- his 10th total score of the campaign. Etienne was also encouragingly involved as a pass catcher and has exactly…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 5:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suits up Sunday

    Etienne (ribs) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Browns.

    Analysis: Etienne approached the contest listed as questionable after logging limited practices Wednesday through Friday. The running back was also deemed questionable ahead of this past Monday's 34-31 overtime loss to the Bengals with the same injury, but he suited up and carried 11 times for 45 yards and a TD, to go along with four catches for 34 yards. With his Week 14 active status confirmed, Etienne -- who is averaging 17.1 carries and 3.3 catches per game thus far -- is in line to continue to pace…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play against Cleveland

    Etienne (ribs) is likely to play against the Browns on Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Etienne has been dealing with an injury to his ribs since getting hurt against Houston in Week 12, but he was able to suit up last Monday in a loss to Cincinnati and appears set to do so again Sunday against Cleveland. The talented running back is likely to have quarterback Trevor Lawrence available to get the ball to him, as Lawrence is trending toward playing despite dealing with a high-ankle sprain. Etienne has only one 100-yard rushing game on his ledger this season, but he's established a…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 9 at 9:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets questionable tag for Week 14

    Etienne (ribs) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns.

    Analysis: Etienne was listed as questionable ahead of this past Monday's game against the Bengals with the same injury, but the running back proceeded to suit up and played 63 percent of the offensive snaps in the Jaguars' 34-31 overtime loss, finishing with 45 yards and a touchdown on 11 carries to go with four catches for 34 yards. Though he missed out on some practice reps this week while managing the injury, the Jaguars haven't suggested that he's at any real risk of sitting out against Cleveland.…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 8 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Maintains limited practice activity

    Etienne (ribs) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

    Analysis: Etienne doesn't appear to be any worse for the wear coming out of Monday's 34-31 overtime loss to the Bengals, despite being listed as questionable with the rib issue leading up to the contest before handling 15 touches (11 carries, four receptions) and accounting for 79 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown over his 43 snaps. The Jaguars have put a cap on Etienne's practice reps for both of their first two Week 14 practices, but there's been no indication that his restrictions are the result of…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 7 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still dealing with rib injury

    Etienne (ribs) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

    Analysis: Etienne played through the same injury Monday against Cincinnati, taking 15 touches for 79 yards and a touchdown in a game that saw quarterback Trevor Lawrence suffer a high-ankle sprain. The Jaguars haven't ruled Lawrence out for Sunday's game against Cleveland, but that could end up happening later in the week. If so, Etienne might be leaned on even more than usual, albeit within the context of a weaker-than-usual offense that's missing Lawrence, wideout Christian Kirk (core) and potentially…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 6 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores TD prior to Lawrence injury

    Etienne (ribs) rushed 11 times for 45 yards and a touchdown while catching all four of his targets for 34 yards in Monday's 34-31 overtime loss to the Bengals.

    Analysis: Etienne capped Jacksonville's first drive with a four-yard rushing touchdown but finished with his second-fewest rushing attempts and third-fewest rushing yards of the season, perhaps due to the lingering effects of the rib injury that limited his practice participation heading into the game. Trevor Lawrence (ankle) accounted for the team's next three scores with two passing touchdowns and a quarterback sneak prior to exiting in the fourth quarter. Etienne's 19-yard catch on a pass from backup…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 9:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suits up Monday night

    Etienne (ribs) is listed as active for Monday's game against the Bengals.

    Analysis: After logging limited practices this past week, Etienne was listed as questionable ahead of the contest, though coach Doug Pederson told Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com on Saturday that he expected his top running back -- who recorded 20 carries for 56 yards and four catches for 30 yards in the Jaguars' Week 12 win over the Texans -- to be available Monday. Now that his active status has been confirmed, Etienne should continue to pace Jacksonville's backfield versus Cincinnati, with D'Ernest…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 3:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable, expected to play

    Etienne (ribs) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Bengals, but head coach Doug Pederson is expecting the running back to play, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The injury designation leaves open the possibility Etienne could miss the primetime matchup, but Pederson seemed relatively confident following Saturday's practice the third-year back would be available. Expect the backup, D'Ernest Johnson, to still be a factor in the game plan, particularly if the Jaguars jump out to a commanding lead early on. Official confirmation regarding Etienne's status will arrive upon the release of Jacksonville's inactives ahead of the team's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 2 at 12:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track to play Monday

    Etienne (ribs) is expected play Monday against the Bengals according to head coach Doug Pederson, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The Jaguars haven't released their final injury report of the week, but suffice to say it seems as if the star back will be available for the primetime contest. Since the team's Week 9 bye, Etienne has struggled to produce yards, as he's averaged 3.3 yards per carry on 43 attempts while failing to reach the end zone in each of the last three outings.

    Published: Sat, Dec 2 at 9:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another limited practice Friday

    Etienne (ribs) remained limited at practice Friday.

    Analysis: Etienne will have one more chance to upgrade to full participation and avoid the final injury report Saturday before the Jaguars host the Bengals on Monday Night Football. He briefly left the Week 12 win over Houston in the first half with what was deemed a chest injury at the time, but Etienne promptly returned and handled his usual heavy workload, finishing with 86 yards from scrimmage on 24 touches. If Etienne's volume is impacted Monday, D'Ernest Johnson and possibly Tank Bigsby would be in…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 1 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by rib issue

    Etienne was listed as a limited participant at practice Thursday due to a rib injury.

    Analysis: Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson told Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union earlier Thursday that Etienne was day-to-day with a chest injury, but Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville confirms that the running back is indeed managing a rib issue. Etienne now has two more chances to increase his practice participation ahead of Monday's game against the Bengals, but O'Brien notes that the Jaguars' leading rusher sounded encouraged Thursday regarding his Week 13 availability.

    Published: Thu, Nov 30 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Day-to-day with chest injury

    Coach Doug Pederson said Thursday that Etienne (chest) is day-to-day, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.

    Analysis: Pederson said Etienne will practice Thursday, which is a positive sign. The elusive running back managed to play through his chest injury during Sunday's 24-21 win over the Texans, though he briefly left the field in the first half. Fantasy managers will need to closely monitor Etienne's practice reps heading into Monday's primetime matchup against the Bengals. If Etienne ends up missing any time due to the injury, veteran D'Ernest Johnson and rookie Tank Bigsby could get a chance to show what…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 30 at 7:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Inefficient after injury scare

    Etienne rushed 20 times for 56 yards while catching four of six targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 24-21 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: Etienne exited for a few minutes in the first half to be evaluated for a chest injury, per Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network, but he returned to the game and was stuffed from the 1-yard line on the final play before halftime. Jacksonville worked it down to the 1-yard line again in the third quarter, and Etienne was again denied on first-and-goal before the Jaguars went to the air for a go-ahead Calvin Ridley touchdown. Etienne has at least 17 touches in nine of 11 games as the clear top option in…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 57 total yards

    Etienne rushed the ball 14 times for 52 yards in Sunday's 34-14 win over the Titans. He added three receptions on three targets for seven yards.

    Analysis: Both matchup and game script combined to work against Etienne in the easy win, as the Titans' defense tilts opposing offenses to the air. As a result, Trevor Lawrence attempted 19 passes in the first half while the Jaguars jumped out to a two-score lead. While playing from ahead and running out the clock, Jacksonville then elected to get Tank Bigsby significantly involved in the final two quarters. That left Etienne with another unproductive game, as he has picked up only 103 total yards…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held in check by 49ers

    Etienne rushed nine times for 35 yards and caught two of four targets for nine yards in Sunday's 34-3 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Etienne finished with fewer than 12 carries for the first time this season as Jacksonville abandoned the run after getting down big. The starting running back's touchdown streak ended at four games and seven scrimmage touchdowns in a game that also saw Chrisitan McCaffrey's touchdown streak snapped at 17 games. The 6-3 Jaguars will likely have a more favorable game script at home against the 3-6 Titans in Week 11, which should lead to a larger workload for Etienne.

    Published: Sun, Nov 12 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Extends TD streak with first rec TD

    Etienne rushed 24 times for 79 yards and ran in a two-point conversion while catching three of six targets for 70 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-10 win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: After rushing for two touchdowns in each of Jacksonville's previous three games, Etienne scored the first receiving touchdown of his career on a 56-yard catch in the third quarter and immediately followed that up by running in a two-point conversion. Shortly prior to that productive sequence, Etienne had left the game to be evaluated for an ankle injury. The 24-year-old running back set a new career high in receiving yards and would have topped 80 rushing yards for the third time this season…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 29 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Checks back into Week 8 game

    Etienne returned to Sunday's game against the Steelers after leaving for a brief spell in the third quarter to be evaluated for an ankle injury, John Oehser of the Jaguars' official site reports.

    Analysis: After limping off the field on the Jaguars' first possession of the third quarter, Etienne headed into the medical tent on the sideline to get his ankle checked out. Tank Bigsby came off the bench and fumbled on his third carry of the drive, but Etienne received the green light to return to the field on the Jaguars' ensuing possession. Etienne looks like he'll be able to finish the game as Jacksonville's top back, and the team's upcoming Week 9 bye should afford him some extra time for his…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 29 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures ankle, return uncertain

    Etienne was diagnosed with an ankle injury in the third quarter of Sunday's game against the Steelers and is questionable to return.

    Analysis: Etienne carried 15 times for 61 yards and caught one of two targets for an 11-yard gain before limping off the field following a play on the Jaguars' first possession of the second half. The extent of his ankle injury isn't known, but if Etienne is unable to finish the contest, the Jaguars will get by with Tank Bigsby, D'Ernest Johnson and JaMycal Hasty as their running backs for the rest of the day.

    Published: Sun, Oct 29 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two more touchdowns in win

    Etienne rushed 14 times for 53 yards and two touchdowns and secured three of five targets for 24 yards in the Jaguars' 31-24 win over the Saints on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Etienne found the end zone from two and 17 yards out in the first and second quarters, respectively, giving him his third consecutive multi-touchdown game. The third-year back did often find running room at a premium against a tough Saints defensive front seven, as he gained just 36 yards on the 13 other carries outside of his second scoring scamper. Etienne has been at 55 rushing yards or less in three of his last four games, but his recent touchdown output has his fantasy stock surging…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 19 at 8:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of scores in Week 6 win

    Etienne rushed 18 times for 55 yards and two touchdowns and brought in all three targets for 28 yards in the Jaguars' 37-20 win over the Colts on Sunday.

    Analysis: The Colts' run defense did a very good job overall limiting Etienne's efficiency, but the third-year back salvaged his fantasy day with two- and 22-yard touchdown scoring runs in the second quarter, the latter coming on a direct snap on the first play immediately following Gardner Minshew's fumble. Etienne crossed the goal line just once in the first four games of the season, but he's now recorded four touchdowns in the last pair of contests heading into a Week 7 road matchup against the Saints…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores twice, totals 184 yards

    Eitienne rushed 26 times for 136 yards and two touchdowns and caught four of five targets for 48 yards during Sunday's 25-20 win against the Bills. He also secured a successful two-point conversion.

    Analysis: The 24-year-old broke the century mark on the ground for the first time this season and also reached the end zone for the first time since Week 1. Etienne tallied both scores in the fourth quarter Sunday and essentially put the game away with a 35-yard touchdown run in the final minutes. Through five games this season, he's run for 396 yards and three touchdowns on 95 carries while catching 18 passes for 144 yards. A divisional matchup with the Colts awaits in Week 6.

    Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 11:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Contained by Falcons

    Etienne rushed 20 times for 55 yards and caught all three of his targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 23-7 win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: Etienne struggled to find much room to run, with his long gain on the ground going for just seven yards. While he's yet to put together consecutive big games this season, Etienne garnered 23 touches for the third time in four appearances. His consistent role offers a decent floor ahead of the Bills' trip to London to play the Jags in Week 5.

    Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 9:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong all-around numbers in loss

    Etienne rushed 19 times for 88 yards and brought in four of five targets for 50 yards in the Jaguars' 37-17 loss to the Texans on Sunday.

    Analysis: Amid a shocking 20-point upset loss, Etienne found a way to shine with his versatile skill set on the way to season highs in both rushing and receiving yards. The third-year back finished tied for second in receptions while comfortably pacing the team in rushing yards, and his combined 23 touches tied the season high he'd established in Week 1. Etienne next takes aim at the Falcons in a Week 4 London matchup.

    Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 2:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Avoids injury report

    Etienne (cramps) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report ahead of Sunday's game against Houston.

    Analysis: Etienne missed out on a few snaps in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 17-9 loss to the Chiefs after experiencing cramping, though it probably didn't cost him many fantasy points with Jacksonville looking to throw at that point. He'll continue as the team's lead back in the home opener this Sunday after taking 30 of the 39 running back carries and eight of the 10 targets in two straight road games to start the season. Etienne's 76 percent snap share through two weeks is similar to what he handled…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 20 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Battles cramps late in Week 2 loss

    Etienne (cramps) rushed 12 times for 40 yards and caught two of three targets for two yards in Sunday's 17-9 loss to Kansas City but dealt with cramps in the fourth quarter, Mia O'Brien of the Jaguars' official site reports.

    Analysis: Etienne nearly enjoyed a monopoly on touches out of the backfield while in the game, as D'Ernest Johnson accounted for only one carry and one target, while Tank Bigsby didn't register a touch. If his issue was indeed related to cramping, Etienne's availability for a juicy Week 3 matchup with the Texans shouldn't be impacted, but the starting running back's practice status during the week will be worth monitoring.

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Seals win with late TD

    Etienne carried the ball 18 times for 77 yards and a touchdown and caught all five of his targets for 27 yards in Sunday's 31-21 win over the Colts.

    Analysis: The running back had trouble finding running room early, but after a Tyson Campbell interception in the fourth quarter gave the Jaguars a chance to put the game away, Etienne broke free for a 26-yard TD scamper to score the final points of the afternoon. If there was a small yellow flag for his fantasy value, it's that rookie RB Tank Bigsby looked good in the red zone and scored a one-yard touchdown of his own, but the Jacksonville offense figures to be productive enough to give both backs…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores in preseason finale

    Etienne rushed eight times for 39 yards and a touchdown in the Jaguars' 31-18 preseason win over the Dolphins on Saturday night.

    Analysis: Etienne finished the Jaguars' second drive with a three-yard touchdown run, putting a cap on a successful preseason. The 2021 first-round pick should be the focal point of Jacksonville's ground attack right from the start of the season after racking up 1,125 rushing yards and five touchdowns and adding 316 receiving yards over 17 games a year ago, although rookie Tank Bigsby should also enjoy a solid complementary role.

    Published: Sat, Aug 26 at 8:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Improvements noted by coach

    Jaguars running back coach Bernie Parmalee indicates that he's seen improvements from Etienne as the 2023 season approaches, Alessandra Pontbriand of news4jax.com reports. "Really his all-around game (has improved)," Parmalee noted Wednesday of the 2021 first-rounder. "His reads, which he has done a phenomenal job this year. Pass (protection), he has really taken that to a new level."

    Analysis: After missing his entire rookie campaign due to a foot injury, Etienne played in all 17 regular-season games in 2022 en route to logging 220 carries for 1,125 yards and five TDs to go along with 35 catches (on 45 targets) for 316 yards. This coming season, the 24-year-old remains entrenched atop a Jacksonville RB depth chart that also includes rookie third-rounder Tank Bigsby, JaMycal Hasty, D'Ernest Johnson and Snoop Conner. In that context, an uptick in production from Etienne in his third…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 3 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays well in playoff loss

    Etienne rushed the ball 10 times for 62 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 27-20 loss to the Chiefs. He added three receptions for 18 yards.

    Analysis: Etienne paced the Jaguars' backfield in touches, though their gameplan quickly became pass-heavy as the team attempted to keep pace with the Chiefs. Despite the limited volume, Etienne still was a spark in the offense, particularly early in the fourth quarter when he found the end zone on a four-yard rush. His receiving volume remained underwhelming, though Etienne managed three receptions for the third time in his last five games. He will now look toward his third NFL season, and he should be…read more

    Published: Sat, Jan 21 at 5:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops century mark in postseason win

    Etienne rushed the ball 20 times for 109 yards in Saturday's 31-30 wild-card round win over the Chargers. He added one reception for 12 yards.

    Analysis: Etienne had limited opportunity in the first half, as the Jaguars struggled offensively. However, he produced consistently with the ball in his hands and averaged 5.5 yards per carry. His performance was highlighted by a 25-yard gain on a game-deciding fourth down play with just under two minutes remaining in the game. After seeing only 16 carries combined across his previous two games, Etienne showed the ability to serve as a workhorse back in the Jaguars' comeback win.

    Published: Sat, Jan 14 at 9:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to 34 total yards

    Etienne rushed the ball seven times for 17 yards in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Titans. He added two receptions for 17 yards.

    Analysis: Etienne led the Jaguars backfield in rushing attempts, though he still saw very limited volume. The stout Tennessee defensive line limited his efficiency, as his longest rush of the day went for seven yards and he averaged only 2.4 yards per attempt. Etienne closes the regular season with 1,125 rushing yards and five touchdowns in his first healthy campaign in the NFL. He'll lead the Jacksonville backfield on a postseason run.

    Published: Sat, Jan 7 at 9:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Big-play ability resurfaces

    Etienne ran for 108 yards and one touchdown on nine carries and caught three passes for 32 yards on three targets against Houston on Sunday.

    Analysis: Etienne delivered a knockout blow to the Texans in the second quarter, taking a carry 62 yards for the touchdown and in the process posting a solid box score for his fantasy investors. The lack of workload in a meaningless blowout was a known risk going into the contest, but with this performance, Etienne offers a reminder that he doesn't need much opportunity to do big damage. He'll find the sledding much tougher against Tennessee in Week 18, but even good defenses need to worry about the big…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heavy workload in Week 16 win

    Etienne rushed 22 times for 83 yards and brought in all three targets for 29 yards in the Jaguars' 19-3 win over the Jets on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Etienne was given a robust workload with head coach Doug Pederson picking his spots against the Jets' talented pass defense. The second-year back responded in fine form, gaining consistent yardage on the ground and contributing through the air by equaling a season high in receptions. Etienne's carry total was his third highest of the season and most voluminous since Week 9, and he'll now have extra time to gear up for a critical Week 17 road divisional clash with the Texans' porous run defense…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 22 at 8:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets back on track

    Etienne rushed the ball 19 times for 103 yards in Sunday's 40-34 win over the Cowboys. He added two receptions on three targets for 24 yards.

    Analysis: Etienne entered the game having recorded only 98 total yards across his last two games, potentially bothered by a foot injury. Things got off to a poor start in Sunday's win over Dallas, as he lost a fumble on his fourth touch of the game. However, he put together a solid performance from there, highlighted by rushes of 16 and 15 yards as well a 13-yard reception. The end result was Etienne's fourth performance with over 100 rushing yards this season and his second-highest total yards from…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 32 yards

    Etienne rushed the ball 17 times for 32 yards in Sunday's 36-22 win over the Titans.

    Analysis: Etienne accounted for 17 of Jacksonville's 22 carries by skill position players, but he turned in another disappointing performance. His longest gain of the day went for only seven yards, and he was not targeted for the first time in a full game this season. Etienne has now failed to top 55 rushing yards in four consecutive contests and also hasn't found the end zone in that span.

    Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Kept in check in Week 13 loss

    Etienne rushed 13 times for 54 yards and secured all three targets for 12 yards in the Jaguars' 40-14 loss to the Lions on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Etienne was able to overcome his questionable designation due to a foot injury and was reasonably productive with his opportunities. However, game script eventually turned completely away from the ground attack, leaving Etienne with a much lighter workload than ideal. The second-year back's next opportunity to build his numbers back up comes in a tough Week 14 road battle against the Titans.

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go Sunday

    Etienne (foot) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Lions.

    Analysis: Etienne received the questionable tag after being a limited practice participant this week, but he's been cleared to take the field for Sunday's contest. He played only five snaps before he suffered the foot injury Week 12 versus Baltimore, but it appears he won't miss additional time. Etienne should reclaim the workhorse role for Jacksonville while JaMycal Hasty reverts to the No. 2 option in the backfield.

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to play Week 13

    Etienne (foot), who is officially listed as questionable, is expected to play Sunday against the Lions, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Etienne was forced to exit Jacksonville's Week 12 win over Baltimore in the first quarter due to a mild left foot sprain. Given that he missed his entire rookie season due to a Lisfranc injury to the same foot, the nature of Etienne's exit was particularly concerning. However, both he and the team have since downplayed the foot injury, and Etienne practiced in limited fashion throughout the week. It's unclear whether he will handle a full workload in the event that he is active.

    Published: Sat, Dec 3 at 9:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable for Sunday

    Etienne (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Lions after being limited in practice this week.

    Analysis: Per Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network, coach Doug Pederson indicated that Etienne would be fine to play this weekend, but giving the running back's official questionable designation, his status will be worth confirming ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Assuming he's active, Etienne will be in line to continue to lead the Jaguars' ground game Week 13, with JaMycal Hasty, Snoop Conner and possibly Darrell Henderson (illness/questionable) candidates to log complementary snaps.

    Published: Fri, Dec 2 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track for Sunday

    Coach Doug Pederson said Friday that Etienne (foot) is "good to go" for Sunday's game at Detroit, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Etienne was limited at practice Wednesday and Thursday due to the left foot sprain he suffered Week 12, but his outlook has apparently improved as of Friday. It's unclear if the 23-year-old will be able to avoid the questionable tag, but he should be expected to play versus the Lions on Sunday regardless.

    Published: Fri, Dec 2 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited in practice

    Etienne (foot) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Etienne practiced in a limited fashion for the second day in a row after he exited early in this past Sunday's 28-27 win over the Ravens due to a left foot sprain. Head coach Doug Pederson downplayed the injury shortly after the game, noting that Etienne could have returned had the Jaguars not chosen to exercise some extra caution with the running back, who missed the entire 2021 season after getting surgery on the same foot. Fortunately for Etienne, he doesn't seem to be dealing with anything…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 1 at 11:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited practice Wednesday

    Etienne (foot) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Per Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network, head coach Doug Pederson said he "feels good" about Etienne's chances of playing Sunday against the Lions, noting that the team doesn't want to rush the running back to a full practice before he's 100 percent. Etienne now has two more chances to upgrade his participation level in practice, with JaMycal Hasty, Snoop Conner and perhaps newcomer Darrell Henderson on hand to fill in if Etienne doesn't end up playing. The second-year back missed the second half of…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 30 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Appears on track to play Sunday

    Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson said Wednesday that he expects Etienne (foot) to play Sunday against the Lions, Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville reports.

    Analysis: Pederson added that Etienne is viewed as day-to-day after playing just five snaps in last Sunday's 28-27 win over the Ravens before exiting with a left foot injury in the second quarter. Because the injury was to the same foot in which Etienne hurt during the 2021 preseason before undergoing surgery and missing his entire rookie campaign, the Jaguars were understandably cautious in choosing to hold him out for the rest of the contest. Fortunately, Etienne is dealing with what is believed to be…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 30 at 7:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Foot injury appears minor

    Coach Doug Pederson said Monday that Etienne is dealing with a sprained foot, but the running back doesn't require a boot or crutches, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Pederson added that Etienne will be eased into practice during the week. Given that context, Etienne likely will have his practice reps capped, but it sounds like Jacksonville's starting running back could be back on the field as soon as Sunday's Week 13 game in Detroit.

    Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 10:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Foot injury downplayed

    Etienne, who exited Sunday's 28-27 win over the Ravens after just two carries due to a foot injury, downplayed the issue afterward, Adam Stites of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Etienne told John Shipley of SI.com after Sunday's contest that "we'll be straight by next weekend." Meanwhile, head coach Doug Pederson said that Etienne could have returned to the game if necessary, but the Jaguars opted to hold the running back out as a precaution, per The Associated Press. With that in mind, Etienne's status is still worth monitoring ahead of next weekend's game against the Lions, but at this stage it appears as though the he avoided a major setback with his foot Sunday.…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 4:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures foot Sunday

    Etienne was forced out of Sunday's game against the Ravens with a foot injury.

    Analysis: Etienne missed last season with a Lisfranc injury but hadn't sat out any games heading into Week 12. Prior to his exit from Sunday's contest, the 2021 first-rounder had carried twice for three yards. With newcomer Darrell Henderson inactive, JaMycal Hasty and Snoop Conner are next up for the Jaguars' carries versus Baltimore.

    Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited opportunity in Week 10 loss

    Etienne rushed 11 times for 45 yards and secured all three targets for 28 yards in the Jaguars' 27-17 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

    Analysis: Etienne took all but one of the Jaguars' running back carries on the afternoon, but as his final workload implies, he clearly was limited by game script. The talented second-year back's streak of three consecutive 100-yard efforts was snapped with the reduced volume, but Etienne naturally retains plenty of fantasy value heading into the Week 11 bye ahead of a Week 12 home matchup against the Ravens.

    Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops 100 yards, scores twice

    Etienne rushed the ball 28 times for 109 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 27-20 win over the Raiders. He added two receptions on two targets for 17 yards.

    Analysis: While it wasn't his most efficient game, Etienne continues to see his involvement in the Jaguars' offense climb. He earned a career-high 28 rushing attempts and also topped 100 rushing yards for the third consecutive game. Etienne's performance was highlighted by rushing scores of one and five yards with his longest rushes going for 18, 16 and 13 yards. Even in a relatively uninspiring offense, Etienne has emerged as among the most productive running backs in the league.

    Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Runs through Denver

    Etienne rushed the ball 24 times for 156 yards in Sunday's 21-17 loss to the Broncos. He added three receptions for six yards.

    Analysis: As expected, Etienne was used as Jacksonville's workhorse back and tallied a career-high in attempts and yards. He had a number of explosive plays, highlighted by a 49-yard gain early in the second quarter, and he also found the end zone on a one-yard plunge to briefly put the Jaguars ahead late in the fourth quarter. The only thing lacking from the performance was extensive involvement as a receiver, but Etienne's otherwise elite involvement and efficiency far outweighed any concerns.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 10:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • No. 1 RB following Robinson trade

    Etienne is poised to lead the Jaguars backfield after the team dealt James Robinson (knee) to the Jets on Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Etienne took on a majority share of the RBs reps for the Jaguars on Sunday against the Giants, earning 57 of 71 offensive snaps and 15 touches for 119 yards from scrimmage with one rushing TD versus Robinson's 12 snaps and zero touches (one target). Also in Week 7, the Jets lost rookie running back Breece Hall for the season due to a torn ACL, which paved the way for Monday's trade. With only JaMycal Hasty and Snoop Conner to contend with for reps, Etienne now features as Jacksonville's…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores first NFL TD in lead role

    Etienne rushed 14 times for 114 yards and a touchdown while catching one of five targets for five yards in Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Giants. He also ran in a two-point conversion and lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Etienne scored from seven yards out on Jacksonville's first drive for his first NFL touchdown. The 2021 first-round pick -- who missed his entire rookie campaign due to a Lisfranc injury -- then immediately got into the end zone again for a two-point conversion to give the Jaguars an 8-7 lead. He fumbled at the Giants' five-yard line in the second quarter but made up for it with a 49-yard burst down the sideline early in the third to set up a Trevor Lawrence rushing touchdown. Etienne finished…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Team-high rushing total in loss

    Etienne rushed 10 times for 86 yards and secured both targets for 22 yards in the Jaguars' 34-27 loss to the Colts on Sunday. He also committed a fumble recovered by Jacksonville.

    Analysis: Etienne's rushing yardage total was both a team- and career-high figure, and he's now encouragingly logged double-digit carries in three of his last four games. Etienne naturally continues to be consistently involved in the passing game as well, although his target total Sunday was his second lowest yet. The second-year pro will aim to continue on a positive trajectory in a Week 7 home matchup against the Giants.

    Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 3:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes for 114 yards on 13 touches

    Etienne logged 10 carries for 71 yards and caught three of five targets for 43 yards in Sunday's 13-6 loss to Houston.

    Analysis: Etienne and James Robinson (10 carries for 27 yards) split the backfield work nearly evenly again, but it was the former who finished with the better fantasy line for the second week in a row. One of the bigger busts in fantasy through four weeks, Etienne's big game brings his combined yardage average up to 67.8 through five weeks, albeit with no touchdowns. Robinson (four total touchdowns) could maintain superior fantasy value as he is the preferred back near the goal line, but the two backs…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads backfield with 32 yards

    Etienne rushed eight times for 32 yards and failed to catch his lone target in Sunday's 29-21 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: The Jaguars got off to a quick 14-0 lead without giving Etienne a touch, but the positive game script resulted in only eight touches for both he and starter James Robinson. The blame for the lack of opportunities can be placed on quarterback Trevor Lawrence, who turned the ball over five times following the hot start. Both Etienne and Robinson have been splitting touches through four weeks, with the latter being the preferred fantasy option due to his usage in the red zone (three touchdowns to…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 3:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive in Sunday's win

    Etienne carried the ball 13 times for 45 yards and caught all three of his targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 38-10 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: The 2021 first-round pick once again appeared dangerous with the ball in his hands, especially as a receiver, but he couldn't quite break away for a big gain. Etienne saw 16 touches to James Robinson's 20, but much of his workload came in the second half after the Jaguars had built a large lead, and Robinson remains the clear top option in the backfield for the team. Both backs could be busy in Week 4 as Jacksonville tries to keep Jalen Hurts and the high-flying Philadelphia offense on the…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 5:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stuck in secondary role

    Etienne carried the ball nine times for 20 yards in Sunday's 24-0 win over the Colts. He added three receptions for 33 yards.

    Analysis: Etienne was reportedly set to split the backfield with James Robinson, but that's not the way things played out on the field. Robinson out-touched Etienne 25-12, though Etienne did the better work as a receiver. Jacksonville has been surprisingly competitive through two weeks, but if they fall behind as expected in future matchups, Etienne may be in a better position to produce. He has five receptions for 51 yards as well as 67 yards on the ground through two games.

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed for workload split Week 2

    Etienne and James Robinson are expected to split the snaps and touches out of the backfield in Sunday's game against the Colts, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Game flow will likely dictate the extent to which both Etienne and Robinson are used, but the Jaguars seem content to have a roughly even timeshare in place for the second week in a row. Each back logged 31 offensive snaps in last week's loss to the Commanders, but Robinson (11 carries and one reception for 69 total yards and two touchdowns) handily outproduced Etienne (four carries and two receptions for 65 yards) from a fantasy perspective.

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 6:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Just six touches in loss

    Etienne rushed four times for 47 yards and caught two of four passes for 18 yards in Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Commanders.

    Analysis: Etienne ripped off a couple of big runs despite getting just four carries in his 2022 debut. The 2021 first-round pick did cough up the ball once, but it was recovered by Jacksonville, so this wasn't a "doghouse" scenario with new head coach Doug Pederson. In fact, Etienne had been touted as the Jaguars' lead back heading into the season, even when James Robinson (Achilles) returned from his major injury. The latter made a speedy recovery and not only suited up Sunday but may have taken the…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 4:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Joined by Robinson in Week 1

    Etienne and James Robinson are in line to share work in Sunday's season opener against the Commanders, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: While Etienne worked as the Jaguars' top back throughout training camp, Robinson has continued to progress from a torn left Achilles that he suffered Dec. 26. Per DiRocco, Robinson -- who isn't listed on the Jaguars' Week 1 injury report -- isn't expected to be limited Sunday, with his workload dependent on game flow and how he feels as the contest unfolds. Etienne is still expected to see his fair share of work versus Washington, and given the element of speed he brings to the table, the 2021…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 7 at 3:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting out final exhibition

    Etienne and other starters aren't scheduled to play in the Jaguars' third and final preseason game Saturday against Atlanta, Hays Carlyon of 1010 AM WJXL Jacksonville reports.

    Analysis: Etienne got most of the first-team snaps this preseason -- with Snoop Conner subbing in some -- and took 17 carries for 52 yards and one catch for 10 yards. The 2021 first-round pick looked better than the middling numbers suggest, and he figures to be the lead back Week 1 even if James Robinson (Achilles) is cleared to play -- something coach Doug Pederson expects to happen, per Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network.

    Published: Tue, Aug 23 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies 29 yards

    Etienne gained 29 yards on eight rushes in Saturday's preseason loss to the Steelers.

    Analysis: Etienne tallied the first carry of the game and split first-team work with Snoop Conner throughout the first half. He averaged only 3.6 yards per carry but did manage gains of 10 and seven yards. Etienne is likely to be the lead back for the Jaguars to begin the regular season, though James Robinson (Achilles) also may command some reps once healthy.

    Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 9:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets 10 touches in preseason game

    Etienne rushed nine times for 23 yards and caught one of three targets for 10 yards in Friday's 24-13 preseason loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: Etienne suited up after sitting out Jacksonville's preseason opener, but he was held in check by Cleveland's defense. Fellow running back James Robinson (Achilles) didn't suit up for this one but has been splitting first-team reps with Etienne in practice, so the Jaguars seem likely to employ a backfield timeshare when the games start to count. Jacksonville's next preseason game will be Aug. 20 against the Steelers.

    Published: Fri, Aug 12 at 8:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track to play Friday

    Head coach Doug Pederson said Etienne, quarterback Trevor Lawrence and other starters will play a couple drives in Friday's preseason game against Cleveland, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Etienne will be taking the field for the first time since suffering a Lisfranc injury in the second week of the preseason his rookie year. The 2021 first-round pick may eventually face competition from James Robinson, who is coming back from an Achilles tear, but reports out of camp suggest Etienne has gobbled up first-team reps (and looked good in the process). Meanwhile, Robinson is steadily working his way up to speed.

    Published: Wed, Aug 10 at 5:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Thursday

    Etienne (illness) won't play in the Hall of Fame Game against the Raiders on Thursday, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Etienne and QB Trevor Lawrence are among the key players being held out. Reports on Etienne from Jacksonville beat writers have been almost universally positive this summer, but the 2021 first-round pick likely will have a limited impact this week, as he's absent Tuesday due to an illness and won't suit up in Thursday's game, per Eugene Frenette. It's unclear if the two are related, given that coach Doug Pederson also plans to rest QB Trevor Lawrence and other starters.

    Published: Tue, Aug 2 at 6:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Impressing new coaching staff

    Etienne has made a strong impression with head coach Doug Pederson and the new coaching staff during OTAs, John Oehser of the Jaguars' official site reports. "[Etienne is] doing a great job handling a lot of information that we're throwing at the guys," Pederson said. "We're putting him in different spots and seeing what he can do right now."

    Analysis: The 2021 first-round pick was unable to make his NFL debut last year after suffering a Lisfranc injury during the preseason, but the new coach has liked what he's seen during the offseason program. The 23-year-old lined up at both running back and wide receiver during rookie minicamp last year, and the new coaching staff also has a versatile role in mind for him in 2022. The availability of James Robinson (Achilles) remains up in the air for the start of the season, leaving Etienne likely to be…read more

    Published: Wed, Jun 8 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No restrictions for OTAs

    Coach Doug Pederson said Monday that Etienne (foot) is a full-go for all practice activities at OTAs, NFL.com reports.

    Analysis: Etienne, a 2021 first-round pick, missed his entire rookie season due to a left Lisfranc injury, but he now appears to be fully healthy. That recovery timetable lines up, as the running back stated he was at 85-90 percent form back in April. Hays Carlyon of 1010 AM WJXL Jacksonville reports Etienne participated in passing drills while fully dressed Monday, working with quarterback and former Clemson teammate Trevor Lawrence. With James Robinson recovering from an Achilles tear and unable to…read more

    Published: Mon, May 23 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Says he's 85-90 percent healthy

    Etienne (foot) told reporters Tuesday that he's 85-90 percent recovered from his Lisfranc injury, Hays Carlyon of 1010 AM WJXL Jacksonville reports.

    Analysis: Etienne also said he wouldn't notice the screw in his foot if he didn't already know it was there, per Gene Frenette of The Florida Times-Union. Two weeks prior, new Jaguars coach Doug Pederson told reporters he expects the young running back to participate in offseason workouts, whereas third-year pro James Robinson (torn Achilles) won't participate in OTAs. The extent of Etienne's participation this spring remains to be seen, but the timing of the injuries does mean he's at less risk than…read more

    Published: Tue, Apr 12 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Should return for OTAs

    Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson said Monday that he expects Etienne (foot) to take part in workouts early in the team's offseason program, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Etienne had his entire rookie season wiped out after the 2021 first-round pick suffered a Lisfranc injury in the preseason that later required surgery. Heading into last season, Etienne was expected to work in tandem out of the backfield with James Robinson and handle a key role in the passing game, but the Clemson product may head into the offseason as the Jaguars' clear No. 1 back while Robinson works his way back from the torn Achilles' tendon he suffered in late December. Pederson already…read more

    Published: Mon, Mar 28 at 6:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovery ahead of schedule

    Etienne is a bit ahead of schedule in his recovery from left foot surgery, John Shipley of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Etienne underwent surgery in early September for a Lisfranc injury in his left foot and missed the entire 2021 campaign. Jaguars general manager Trent Baalke didn't provide any specifics regarding the 2021 first-round pick's recovery, but it's nonetheless a good sign Etienne is apparently ahead of schedule. The 23-year-old should have a chance to be ready for the start of training camp this summer, though his outlook is likely to remain a bit uncertain until he's back on the field for some…read more

    Published: Tue, Mar 1 at 3:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track for training camp

    Etienne (foot) said Monday his rehab is progressing well and he expects to "be ready for training camp," John Shipley of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Etienne, who missed his entire rookie campaign due to a Lisfranc injury in his left foot, has already resumed running in a pool in his rehab process, per Hays Carlyon of 1010 AM WJXL Jacksonville. His next big hurdle will be to return to full speed in running drills and get back to strength training. With James Robinson having suffered a torn left Achilles in mid-December, both Jacksonville's top backfield options are currently focused on returning to health for the 2022 campaign.

    Published: Mon, Jan 10 at 7:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shifts back to injured reserve

    Etienne (foot) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday and moved to injured reserve.

    Analysis: Etienne was transferred to the COVID list last week but is now back on injured reserve after clearing the health and safety protocols. The rookie first-round pick never saw the field the season after undergoing foot surgery in August. Dare Ogunbowale is set to finish the campaign as Jacksonville's top running back with James Robinson also lost to a torn Achilles.

    Published: Fri, Dec 31 at 6:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shifts to COVID list

    The Jaguars placed Etienne (foot) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, John Shipley of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Etienne is already out for the season after undergoing foot surgery back in August, so his move to the COVID-19 list is largely procedural after he tested positive for the virus, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The rookie first-round pick is working to make a full recovery for the start of the Jaguars' offseason program.

    Published: Wed, Dec 22 at 7:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Looking at four-month timeline

    Etienne (foot) will have surgery Thursday and is facing a four-month recovery timeline thereafter, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Etienne is ineligible for 2021 after being placed on injured reserve during the preseason, but it sounds like he'll at least be healthy before the start of the offseason program next spring. Dr. Robert Anderson will perform surgery Thursday on the rookie's Lisfranc injury, while James Robinson is set to lead the Jacksonville backfield Week 1 against the Texans.

    Published: Thu, Sep 2 at 6:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially out for season

    Etienne (foot) has been placed on injured reserve, making him ineligible to play in 2021, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Etienne needs surgery on his left foot after suffering a Lisfranc injury during Monday's preseason game against New Orleans. Previous reports suggested he'd miss his entire rookie campaign, and the latest update eliminates any glimmer of hope, as players will only be eligible to return from IR if they're placed on it after 4 p.m. ET on Aug. 31 (the deadline to get down to 53 roster spots). The Jaguars' quick decision is yet another indicator of the severity of Etienne's injury, though he should…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 24 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely done for season

    Etienne (foot) is likely to miss the entire 2021 season after tests revealed he'll need surgery, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The first-round pick was injured in Monday's preseason game against the Saints. He'll reportedly miss multiple months and likely the entire season, leaving James Robinson and Carlos Hyde as the top options in Jacksonville's backfield.

    Published: Tue, Aug 24 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Needs more tests on Lisfranc injury

    Etienne (foot) is scheduled for more testing Tuesday after X-Rays on his Lisfranc injury came back negative, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Initially deemed questionable to return after his second-quarter exit, Etienne never made it back to Monday's 23-21 preseason loss to New Orleans, instead donning a walking boot and crutches after the game. His injury has since been identified as a Lisfranc/midfoot sprain, with the Jaguars now trying to figure out how much time he'll miss. Any absence in the regular season would leave more touches for James Robinson, particularly targets, while Carlos Hyde could add some more carries to his…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 24 at 6:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out indefinitely

    Etienne has been diagnosed with a mid-foot sprain in the aftermath of Monday's preseason loss in New Orleans and will be out indefinitely, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Considering the vague prognosis, Etienne's status for Week 1 could be in peril, pending testing once the Jaguars return to Jacksonville. The rookie first-round pick left Monday's game in the second quarter after turning two touches into four yards from scrimmage. Afterward, Etienne was walking with a visible limp and a boot on his left foot. Look for incumbent James Robinson (five carries for 13 yards Monday) and Carlos Hyde (four touches for six total yards) to have elevated stature in the…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 23 at 10:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dons walking boot postgame

    Etienne (foot) was spotted in a walking boot after Monday's preseason loss at New Orleans, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Etienne exited the exhibition in the second quarter and was evaluated by the Jaguars' medical staff, who deemed him questionable to return. But the rookie first-rounder was unable to do so, and he'll now undergo additional testing on his left foot once the team gets back to Jacksonville. During a postgame interview, coach Urban Meyer said Etienne may have a sprained foot, per NFL.com. Having said that, the upcoming examination of Etienne's foot will determine the nature of the injury and its…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 23 at 9:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers foot injury

    Etienne is questionable to return to Monday's preseason game at New Orleans due to a foot injury.

    Analysis: During the second quarter, Etienne was looked at by the Jaguars' training staff in the sideline tent, but afterward the rookie first-round pick was able to walk on the leg in question, per Hays Carlyon of 1010 AM WJXL Jacksonville. With the contest closing in on halftime at the time of the injury announcement, Etienne likely will remain on the sideline until the clock hits zero. If so, he'll end preseason Week 2 with one carry for one yard and one catch (on one target) for three yards.

    Published: Mon, Aug 23 at 6:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Very quiet to begin preseason

    Etienne carried the ball one time for two yards in Saturday's preseason game against Cleveland. He was also targeted once but did not record a catch.

    Analysis: Etienne got his first and only carry at the beginning of the second quarter. The result wasn't notable, except for the fact that he and Trevor Lawrence got into professional game action at the same time. Etienne was also targeted once but was seemingly limited in his role to ensure his health for the regular season. On the team's initial depth chart, Etienne was placed third among running backs, though he is likely to play a large role in the offense throughout the campaign.

    Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 8:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Opens third on depth chart

    Etienne is listed as the third running back on Jacksonville's first unofficial depth chart of training camp, John Shipley of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: James Robinson and Carlos Hyde are listed as the co-starters, which echoes head coach Urban Meyer's post-draft comments in which he indicated Robinson and Hyde would be the "1-2 punch" in the run game, while Etienne serves as a third-down back. However, it's difficult to imagine Etienne being limited to a specialized role after being drafted 25th overall, and the depth chart figures to be more fluid after Saturday's preseason opener against the Browns. Etienne has been lining up at both running…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 11 at 11:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Versatile role on tap

    Etienne has lined up at running back and wide receiver at rookie minicamp, OTAs and mandatory minicamp, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Coach Urban Meyer said when the 22-year-old was drafted 25th overall the Jaguars planned to utilize the tailback on the outside, and Meyer has followed through on those initial comments. Etienne caught 85 passes for 1,020 yards over his final two seasons at Clemson, and the extra versatility might help keep him and James Robinson on the field at the same time. Etienne's big-play potential could open things up for Trevor Lawrence and the rest of the offense.

    Published: Sat, Jun 26 at 6:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Rankings

  • Bye Week8
  • Rank10
  • % Rostered99.5
  • WK 15 Pts31.50
  • WK 16 Proj. Pts13.76

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