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Saints, Jaguars Will Sit Starters in Aug. 15 Game

8/12/2026

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Summary

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Saints coach Kellen Moore and Jaguars coach Liam Coen said starters will sit out the Aug. 15 preseason game.
Kellen Moore said Tyler Shough, Chris Olave and running back Travis Etienne Jr. will not play Saturday.
Liam Coen confirmed Jaguars starters quarterback Trevor Lawrence and receiver Travis Hunter will also sit out.
The Aug. 13 joint practice in Metairie will give starters controlled reps and set 3 p.m. CT game in Caesars Superdome.

History

Historical Context

In 1978 Commissioner Pete Rozelle cut preseason contests to four games, matching the league’s broader schedule overhaul that expanded the regular season from 14 to 16 games and added two playoff spots. The move followed the 1977 “Dead Ball Era” low-scoring season and reflected growing injury concerns. Today, the NFL continues tweaking schedules, as seen in the 2021 shift to a 17-game season.

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Story summary

Saints coach Kellen Moore and Jaguars coach Liam Coen said starters will sit out the Aug. 15 preseason game.
Kellen Moore said Tyler Shough, Chris Olave and running back Travis Etienne Jr. will not play Saturday.
Liam Coen confirmed Jaguars starters quarterback Trevor Lawrence and receiver Travis Hunter will also sit out.
The Aug. 13 joint practice in Metairie will give starters controlled reps and set 3 p.m. CT game in Caesars Superdome.

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