The Jacksonville Jaguars upgraded the special teams by selecting two rookie speed merchants. Jalen Myrick and Dede Westbrook have the potential for big returns this season. Consequently, opposing teams may avoid kicking to either one.
Last season, Jacksonville used three players to return punts. Rashad Greene fielded 21 punts for 131 yards. Bryan Walters, recently released, had 86 yards on 17 opportunities. Marqise Lee had three yards on two returns. Jacksonville’s longest return was 42 yards by Greene. The Jaguars ranked next to bottom in average yards per punt return.