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Jaguars' Tuten Out Again, Boosting Etienne's Role

12/28/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Bhayshul Tuten will miss his third consecutive game with a finger injury suffered in Week 14 and after surgery.
He returned to practice this week but was downgraded to out for Week 17 against the Indianapolis Colts.
Tuten's absence solidifies Travis Etienne Jr. as the Jaguars' primary back, with Etienne's snap share rising despite tough defenses.
The Colts placed defensive tackle DeForest Buckner on injured reserve, impacting their run defense.

History

Historical Context

In 2010, the NFL introduced stricter concussion protocols after a 21% rise in player injuries, reflecting growing concerns about player safety. This followed years of criticism over the league's handling of head injuries, culminating in a 2009 congressional hearing. The changes aimed to enhance player health management and have since influenced team strategies and dynamics, as seen in ongoing player injuries like Bhayshul Tuten's.

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Story summary

Bhayshul Tuten will miss his third consecutive game with a finger injury suffered in Week 14 and after surgery.
He returned to practice this week but was downgraded to out for Week 17 against the Indianapolis Colts.
Tuten's absence solidifies Travis Etienne Jr. as the Jaguars' primary back, with Etienne's snap share rising despite tough defenses.
The Colts placed defensive tackle DeForest Buckner on injured reserve, impacting their run defense.

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