Well my fellow Jaguars fan, it may have been a rough season, but we made it to the end. Even though it was a disappointing season, we have to look at the bright side, at least we can learn from this year. Here’s just a few things I think we learned in 2o12.

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1. Blaine Gabbert is NOT the answer:

In case you were giving him the benefit of the doubt during his rookie season, I hope you learned your lesson.  While this may be a huge let down… At least everyone is aware of the issue & we can move forward. I better not see him sneak up the depth chart EVER again. While he may be right when he said during his post-season interview that he has not had the easiest time in the NFL considering his two years in the league consistent of an owner & coaching change plus a serious injury. However, in my opinion Gabbert is not starting QB quality.

2. The Jaguars without Maurice Jones Drew is as painful as we imagined:

If there’s one player Jaguars fans NEVER want to see go down, that’s MJD. He is the heart & soul of the Jags. Unfortunately, our worst nightmare came true this season & it was painful. If there was a shining light on the Jacksonville offense, it was MJD. Just one year ago, Mojo was the NFL leading rusher. Without him Jacksonville went from having the 12th ranked rushing game in 2011, to the 30th ranked rushing game in 2012.

3. (2-14) teams still have dedicated fans:

If you don’t believe me, check out the fan base on Twitter…. Or take a look at this picture from EverBank this season. Keep in mind, the Jaguars only won one home game this season.

4. People who hate on Jacksonville’s fan base are simple uneducated:

I hear about it all the time… “Aren’t all the Jaguars game blacked out”… “Are you two the only people in the stands”… “The Jags are going to LA” … Let me tell you how hard I laugh every time .. NOT. Let me shed a little light on this situation… Did you know that in 2012 Jacksonville had an average stadium attendance higher than teams like Pittsburgh, Chicago, & Detroit. In fact the Jaguars finished 20th in the attendance rankings for 2012. That means there’s 12 franchises that had less fans turn out this season than the 2-14 Jaguars.

» Continue reading “What Jaguars Fans Learned In 2012″

Whooah, we’re half way there 
Livin on a prayer 
Take my hand and we’ll make it – I swear 
Livin on a prayer 

- Bon Jovi

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Welcome to the 2012 NFL season my fellow Jacksonville fans. Oh man, you have no idea how long I’ve been waiting to write that headline. The time has FINALLY come & we are entering the regular season.

I can’t remember the last time I was so excited for the regular season… It was probably last season, but after week one I forgot all about that.

I already sound like a broken record among my friends so why not let you all in on it too… THIS IS GOING TO BE THE YEAR.

We finally have what it takes to pull out the AFC South division title. This team is finally getting it together; Blaine Gabbert is ready for his second season with a legitimate wide receiver corp. After a long few weeks of preseason, Maurice Jones-Drew ended his holdout. In the middle of last season they finally kicked Jack Del Rio to the curb & acquired Mike Mularkey. Oh & let’s not forget about our new owner Shahid Khan.

All of this has inspired my regular season week one “Mularkey Music” selection, Bon Jovi “Living on a Prayer”:

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Make sure to tune in again next Saturday for more “Mularkey Music”. You can catch up on the prior editions of “Mularkey Music” here. 

Everyone’s favorite time of the year has arrived. No it isn’t because pumpkin spice lattes are back or that you can no longer wear white pants/shoes… 

IT’S FOOTBALL SEASON BABY!

Jacksonville kicks off their regular season schedule on Sunday when they travel to Minnesota to take on the Vikings.

Here are the top new stories circulating the Jags Nation as they prepare for Sunday’s game.

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Forbes: Shahid Khan – The New Face Of The NFL And The American Dream

Florida Times-Union: Maurice Jones-Drew, ‘I have to work to get my job back’

Forbes: Cowboys Most Valuable NFL Team

SB Nation: Cowboys Are Worth More Than Jaguars And Rams Combined

Florida Times-Union: Former Jaguars owners Wayne and Delores Weaver donate $7 million to Mayo Clinic

Jaguars.com: Blaine Gabbert Talks About Vikings Game

Florida Times-Union: Jags missing some hands on deck

» Continue reading “News From The Jungle: Welcome To The First Week Football”

As I’m sure you have heard… The HOLDOUT IS OVER!

Maurice Jones-Drew ended his holdout on Sunday, returning to Jacksonville to join the team as they prepare for week one in Minnesota.

Fans are relieved their beloved running back will be returning to Jacksonville, considering last week there was “talk” on him being traded.

In honor of the holdout ending this week’s Twitter Tuesday will focus on Mojo’s return to Duval.

» Continue reading “Twitter Tuesday: Maurice Jones-Drew Holdout Ends”

Jacksonville finishes up their preseason schedule when they host the Falcons at EverBank on Thursday at 6:30pm.

The 2012 regular season is right around the corner, with which comes much speculation about the Jaguars upcoming season. Will they manage to be more successful than last season? (Is that a question I dare want answered?)

Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure – fans are eager for the season to start.

As our owner so famously said last week “the train is leaving the station” … it’s only a matter of time to figure out where it is headed.

In the meantime, here are the top stories from Duval this week.

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Big Cat Country: Jaguars’ Andre Branch Showing Versatility

St.Augustine.com: Details key to the Jaguars success

NFL Pro32: Robinson not concerned about lack of receptions

The Fifth Down: Jacksonville Jaguars, 2012 N.F.L. Season Preview

Bleacher Report: Guys on the Bubble Heading into Final Preseason Game

Atlanta Falcons: FALCONS RELEASE REDMAN, ADD QB MCCOWN

SB Nation: Falcons Vs. Jaguars – Three Things to Watch

Big Cat Country: Jaguars Roster Cuts – Four Rookie LB’s Fighting For Roster Spots

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For those of you not entirely over the MJD holdout situation… Here are a few stories pertaining to that complete train-wreck of a situation.

Bleacher Report: NFL Rumors – Should the Jacksonville Jaguars Trade Maurice Jones-Drew?

SB Nation: Jaguars GM: Maurice Jones-Drew Is A Jaguar

RantSports: Jacksonville Jaguars Are Prepared For Life Without Maurice Jones-Drew