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| News for Rodriguez, Chris |
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Chris Rodriguez had eight rushes for 37 yards and a touchdown in the Jaguars’ Week 3 win against the Patriots. 2026-09-27 18:00:02 Rodriguez remained the second option in the Jaguars backfield behind Bhayshul Tuten, but stole a short score from Tuten in the blowout victory. Through three games Rodriguez has been a between the tackles option who has next to no involvement in the passing game. He would only be fantasy viable if Tuten misses time this season. For now C-Rod is a decent stash as a contingency option. |
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Sports Illustrated’s John Shipley reports that Jaguars RB Chris Rodriguez “the running game’s hammer,” but the team’s starter has not yet been determined. 2026-06-14 19:00:02 Shipley notes that the Commanders allowed Rodriguez to enter free agency for a reason. Although he is “an expert at getting downhill and breaking tackles,” his passing down abilities remain “underdeveloped.” With RB LeQuint Allen slated for the primary passing down role, Jaguars coach Liam Coen must choose between Rodriguez and RB Bhayshul Tuten for the starting role. In late April, Shipley said he expected Rodriguez to lead the team in carries. It seems as though Tuten now has a chance to do so. Rodriguez is currently sidelined after undergoing a procedure on his left foot. Shipley does not believe his absence is a big deal “at all,” but Tuten has been playing very well in practice. If one of them can meaningfully separate from the other, it will pay off in fantasy. |
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Jacksonville.com’s Ryan O’Halloran reports the Jaguars expect Chris Rodriguez (foot) to be a “full-go” by training camp. 2026-06-08 19:00:03 Rodriguez underwent a surgical procedure on his left foot earlier this offseason and has been sidelined for OTAs as a result. Given when the Jaguars expect him to be ready to go, it sounds like Rodriguez will be sidelined for minicamp, which kicks off this week, but this isn’t expected to affect his readiness for the start of the season. Rodriguez is expected to split duties with second-year back Bhayshul Tuten this season, and could be the favorite to handle early down touches and short-yardage/goal-line opportunities, but his fantasy upside could be capped with Tuten operating as the presumed pass-catching back. |
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Jaguars RB Chris Rodriguez (undisclosed) remains absent at organized team activities. 2026-06-04 19:00:02 Rodriguez has now been out for more than a week. When asked for comment previously, coach Liam Coen simply said, “the injury report will come out at some point here.” The team is headed for a short break before mandatory minicamp begins next week, which run from June 9-11. Since OTAs are voluntary, allowing Rodriguez to rehab makes sense. Hopefully, he returns next week. Until then, RB Bhayshul Tuten gets to operate as the clear-cut top back. |
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Jaguars RB Chris Rodriguez (undisclosed) did not participate in organized team activities on Tuesday. 2026-05-29 20:00:03 Florida Times-Union’s Demetrius Harvey noted that Rodriguez was absent on Tuesday. Sports Illustrated’s John Shipley later added that Rodriguez was spotted riding a stationary bike while his teammates practiced. Per Shipley, another reporter asked Jaguars head coach Liam Coen about whether Rodriguez was okay, to which a grinning Coen responded, “yeah, the injury report will come out at some point here.” Shipley believes Rodriguez is likely dealing with a minor injury, noting that Jaguars coaches typically avoid discussing injuries whenever they can. We expect Rodriguez back before long, but any missed time gives RB Bhayshul Tuten to establish himself in what Coen calls a “wide open” backfield. |