Jacksonville Jaguars: 5 Players that must shine vs. Texans in Week 2

By Larry Brake | Sep 12, 2019

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 08: Myles Jack #44 of the Jacksonville Jaguars is led off the field after being ejected in the first half against the Kansas City Chiefs at TIAA Bank Field on September 08, 2019 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) /

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JACKSONVILLE, FL – DECEMBER 02: Yannick Ngakoue #91 of the Jacksonville Jaguars celebrates a play during a game against the Indianapolis Colts at TIAA Bank Field on December 2, 2018 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /

4. Yannick Ngakoue

Sacksonville has been noticeably absent for a while. Yannick Ngakoue got close but was unable to get a sack in Week 1. The Jaguars defense must pressure Watson all game long.

Ngakoue burst on the scene in Houston way back in 2017. He was able to notch two sacks in that game. Hopefully he will be able to get after Watson with as much impact as he did that day in September. He must shine in Week 2.

On Monday night, Watson was sacked six times by New Orleans. Also, Watson tweaked his back while running and diving on a rushing touchdown. His health will be a factor heading into the game. His mobility might be limited due to his painful back.

Ngakoue held out of some preseason activities in an effort to receive a new contract. He needs to play great to prove his value. With the Jaguars needing a huge performance, he must help lead the way.

Ngakoue will probably line up against Laremy Tunsil. He was recently acquired from Miami after training camp ended. Expect Tunsil to want redemption after the Texans gave up six sacks in week 1. Let’s hope that Ngakoue can repeat his performance from 2017.

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