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The Jacksonville Jaguars are a professional American football team based in Jacksonville, Florida. They are a member of the American Football Conference (AFC) South division in the National Football League (NFL). The team was established in 1993 and began play in 1995 as an expansion team alongside the Carolina Panthers.

History[edit]

The Jacksonville Jaguars were awarded as an expansion franchise to the city of Jacksonville on November 30, 1993. The team was founded by Wayne Weaver, who served as the majority owner until 2011 when the franchise was sold to Shahid Khan.

The Jaguars' inaugural season was in 1995, and they played their home games at what was then known as Jacksonville Municipal Stadium, now called TIAA Bank Field. The team quickly found success, making the playoffs in four of their first five seasons, including two appearances in the AFC Championship Game.

Team Identity[edit]

The Jaguars' team colors are teal, black, and gold. Their logo features a jaguar head with a fierce expression, which has undergone several modifications since the team's inception. The team's mascot, Jaxson de Ville, is known for his energetic and humorous antics during games.

Stadium[edit]

The Jaguars play their home games at TIAA Bank Field, located in downtown Jacksonville. The stadium has undergone several renovations to enhance the fan experience, including the addition of the world's largest video boards and a unique pool deck.

Rivalries[edit]

The Jaguars have developed rivalries with several teams, most notably with their AFC South division opponents: the Tennessee Titans, Indianapolis Colts, and Houston Texans. The rivalry with the Titans is particularly intense, stemming from several competitive and high-stakes matchups.

Notable Players[edit]

Throughout their history, the Jaguars have had several notable players, including:

Mark Brunell - The team's first starting quarterback and a key player in their early success.
Fred Taylor - A prolific running back who is the franchise's all-time leading rusher.
Tony Boselli - A dominant offensive tackle and the first player inducted into the Jaguars' Pride of the Jaguars.
Maurice Jones-Drew - A dynamic running back known for his versatility and playmaking ability.

Recent Performance[edit]

In recent years, the Jaguars have experienced fluctuating success. The 2017 season was a highlight, as the team reached the AFC Championship Game, narrowly losing to the New England Patriots. The team has since been in a rebuilding phase, focusing on developing young talent and building a competitive roster under the leadership of head coach Doug Pederson.

Community Involvement[edit]

The Jaguars are actively involved in the Jacksonville community, with initiatives focused on education, health, and wellness. The team's foundation supports various charitable organizations and community programs.

Also see[edit]

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+[[File:Jaguars script logo 1995-1998.gif|thumb]] [[File:Jaguars script logo 1999-2008.gif|thumb]] [[File:Jacksonville Jaguars third wordmark.png|thumb]] [[File:Jacksonville Jaguars wordmark.svg|thumb]] {{Infobox NFL team
-{{Infobox NFL team
 | name = Jacksonville Jaguars
-| current = 2023 Jacksonville Jaguars season
 | logo = Jacksonville Jaguars logo.svg
 | founded = 1993
 | first_season = 1995
-| city = [[Jacksonville, Florida]]
+| city = Jacksonville, Florida
-| uniform = File:Jaguars uniforms.png
+| stadium = TIAA Bank Field
 | colors = Teal, black, gold
-| coach = [[Doug Pederson]]
+| owner = Shahid Khan
-| owner = [[Shahid Khan]]
+| coach = Doug Pederson
-| ceo = [[Mark Lamping]]
+| mascot = Jaxson de Ville
-| general_manager = [[Trent Baalke]]
-| mascot = [[Jaxson de Ville]]
-| hist_yr = 1995
-| hist_misc =
-| no_league_champs = 0
-| no_sb_champs = 0
-| no_conf_champs = 0
-| no_div_champs = 4
-| playoff_appearances =
-| no_playoff_appearances = 8
-| stadium_years = [[TIAA Bank Field]] (1995–present)
 }}
-The '''Jacksonville Jaguars''' are a professional [[American football]] team based in [[Jacksonville, Florida]]. The Jaguars compete in the [[National Football League]] (NFL) as a member club of the league's [[American Football Conference]] (AFC) [[AFC South|South division]]. The team plays its home games at [[TIAA Bank Field]].
+The '''Jacksonville Jaguars''' are a professional [[American football]] team based in [[Jacksonville, Florida]]. They are a member of the [[American Football Conference]] (AFC) South division in the [[National Football League]] (NFL). The team was established in 1993 and began play in 1995 as an expansion team alongside the [[Carolina Panthers]].
-== History ==
+==History==
-The Jacksonville Jaguars were established as an expansion team in 1993, and they began play in the NFL in 1995. The team was founded by [[Wayne Weaver]], who served as the majority owner until 2011 when he sold the team to [[Shahid Khan]].
+The Jacksonville Jaguars were awarded as an expansion franchise to the city of Jacksonville on November 30, 1993. The team was founded by [[Wayne Weaver]], who served as the majority owner until 2011 when the franchise was sold to [[Shahid Khan]].
-== Team Achievements ==
+The Jaguars' inaugural season was in 1995, and they played their home games at what was then known as Jacksonville Municipal Stadium, now called [[TIAA Bank Field]]. The team quickly found success, making the playoffs in four of their first five seasons, including two appearances in the AFC Championship Game.
-The Jaguars have won four division championships, all in the AFC South, in the years 1998, 1999, 2017, and 2022. They have made eight playoff appearances, with their most successful seasons being in 1996 and 1999 when they reached the [[AFC Championship Game]].
-== Stadium ==
+==Team Identity==
-The Jaguars play their home games at [[TIAA Bank Field]], which has been their home since the team's inception. The stadium is located in downtown Jacksonville and has a seating capacity of approximately 67,814.
+The Jaguars' team colors are teal, black, and gold. Their logo features a jaguar head with a fierce expression, which has undergone several modifications since the team's inception. The team's mascot, [[Jaxson de Ville]], is known for his energetic and humorous antics during games.
-== Mascot ==
+==Stadium==
-The team's mascot is [[Jaxson de Ville]], a popular figure at Jaguars games known for his energetic and entertaining antics.
+The Jaguars play their home games at [[TIAA Bank Field]], located in downtown Jacksonville. The stadium has undergone several renovations to enhance the fan experience, including the addition of the world's largest video boards and a unique pool deck.
-== Notable Players ==
+==Rivalries==
-Some of the notable players in the history of the Jacksonville Jaguars include:
+The Jaguars have developed rivalries with several teams, most notably with their AFC South division opponents: the [[Tennessee Titans]], [[Indianapolis Colts]], and [[Houston Texans]]. The rivalry with the Titans is particularly intense, stemming from several competitive and high-stakes matchups.
-* [[Mark Brunell]]
-* [[Fred Taylor (American football)|Fred Taylor]]
-* [[Tony Boselli]]
-* [[Maurice Jones-Drew]]
-* [[Jimmy Smith (wide receiver)|Jimmy Smith]]
-== Current Team ==
+==Notable Players==
-As of the 2023 season, the team is coached by [[Doug Pederson]], with [[Trent Baalke]] serving as the general manager. The team is owned by [[Shahid Khan]].
+Throughout their history, the Jaguars have had several notable players, including:
+* [[Mark Brunell]] - The team's first starting quarterback and a key player in their early success.
+* [[Fred Taylor]] - A prolific running back who is the franchise's all-time leading rusher.
+* [[Tony Boselli]] - A dominant offensive tackle and the first player inducted into the Jaguars' [[Pride of the Jaguars]].
+* [[Maurice Jones-Drew]] - A dynamic running back known for his versatility and playmaking ability.
-== Related Pages ==
+==Recent Performance==
+In recent years, the Jaguars have experienced fluctuating success. The 2017 season was a highlight, as the team reached the AFC Championship Game, narrowly losing to the [[New England Patriots]]. The team has since been in a rebuilding phase, focusing on developing young talent and building a competitive roster under the leadership of head coach [[Doug Pederson]].
+==Community Involvement==
+The Jaguars are actively involved in the Jacksonville community, with initiatives focused on education, health, and wellness. The team's foundation supports various charitable organizations and community programs.
+==Also see==
 * [[National Football League]]
 * [[American Football Conference]]
-* [[AFC South]]
 * [[TIAA Bank Field]]
 * [[Shahid Khan]]
 * [[Doug Pederson]]
-* [[Mark Brunell]]
-* [[Fred Taylor (American football)]]
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-* [[Tony Boselli]]
+{{NFL}}
-* [[Maurice Jones-Drew]]
-* [[Jimmy Smith (wide receiver)]]
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