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August 28, 2001: Linebacker Eric Westmoreland had arthroscopic surgery to repair cartilage in his left knee.

The linebacker was injured during a Sunday practice.

August 28, 2002: The Jaguars Foundation sponsored a food distribution by Feed The Children for 400 families.

Defensive end Tony Brackens, offensive tackle Mike Pearson, punter Chris Hanson, offensive lineman Todd Fordham, and retired defensive end Joel Smeenge, along with volunteers unloaded two tractor-trailers full of food and supplies to distribute.

“Over the years, Jacksonville has addressed hunger in many ways. Trucking in donated food valued at several thousand dollars may be one of the most novel approaches used.