C.J. Beathard

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported something similar on Thursday, so this doesn't come as much of a surprise. Lawrence is dealing with a banged-up, non-throwing shoulder and is reportedly even considering surgery to correct the issue. His absence in Week 10 would put Mac Jones in position to make his first start as a Jaguar after he won the QB2 battle over C.J. Beathard in the preseason. With Jones under center, we'd expect all Jaguars role players to take a slight hit in their fantasy production. Jones' impact on the passing game could be particularly detrimental to Brian Thomas Jr., who has seen 54.6 percent of his receiving yards via the deep ball.

The Jaguars signed C.J. Beathard to their 53-man roster from the Dolphins’ practice squad on Wednesday, adding quarterback depth with Trevor Lawrence‘s status for Week 10 in question. Lawrence played all of Jacksonville’s Week 9 loss to the Eagles , but required some medical attention during halftime after taking a hit, according to ESPN’s Michael […]

Jaguars HC Doug Pederson said QB Trevor Lawrence is dealing with "upper-body" soreness and will be limited in Wednesday's practice. He wouldn't commit to Lawrence being available for this weekend's game vs. the Vikings. Jacksonville notably signed QB C.J. Beathard off Miami's practice squad on Wednesday for more depth. QB Mac Jones would start against Minnesota if Lawrence is unable. We'll keep you updated on the situation. Lawrence's absence would be a downgrade for Jacksonville's offense, although Jones is one of the better backups in the league.

Beathard will rejoin the Jaguars after spending the past two seasons in Jacksonville as Trevor Lawrence's backup. Last year, Beathard threw for 349 yards and a touchdown in seven appearances for the Jaguars.

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