Jaguars, Colts Rivalry Defines the AFC South

Written by Shane Clemons on .

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The AFC South is a young division with little long-ranging history. Sure, the Titans/Oilers and the Colts have long running histories, but they've rarely experienced big success in the Super Bowl era. At first look, one would think that the Titans would be a huge rival of Indianapolis, and the Jaguars would be rivals with the Texans. We all know that the Texans have been a thorn in the Jaguars' side since they came into the league. Or, perhaps the pesky Titans should be big rivals with the Jaguars. All that seems to make good sense, but the Jaguars and the Colts? That seems a little odd, but that's the way it is.

I asked 18to88.com's Nate Dunlevy via Twitter who Colts fans hated the most out of the teams in the AFC South, and this is what he said:

"Which AFC South team we hate the most? the Jags, no question about it. Not even close"

That's the type of statement that says, "I hate it when they beat us, but I love it when we beat their ass." And that my friends, is the definition of a rivalry.

Will the return of Kampman equal sacks?

Written by John McGrath on .

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Arron Kampman will finally get some playing time  in a  preseason game against the Rams this Thursday.  Can he help generate some sacks?  I for one, think it will happen.  Kampman is a pro. he knows what is expected of him and he is relentless in achieving that goal.  The former pro-bowler DE should be just what the Jags need on defense.  He will provide that "adrenaline rush" that they seem to have been missing.  He makes everyone along the front four better.  He gets them jacked up & leads by example.  Kampman is a unstoppable force.  He cannot be stopped. they can only hope to contain him.  But containing him only allows Alualu, Knighton, & Roth to rip past the offensive line and get to the quarterback.  This is the true beauty of having Kampman in the lineup.  He simply creates mis-matches, confusion & chaos for the opposing team.

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Del Rio's Humanitarian Side

Written by Shane Clemons on .

Whether you like him or want him fired, Jack Del Rio is a good guy:

"Their love for football might have brought them together, but their commitment to the human spirit was their real connection. Wilson has been trying to build up enough strength to get his big body moving, so he can go home before undergoing the transplant. Del Rio's visit can only inspire him.

Wilson being a top-notch veteran reporter and Del Rio being a top-notch veteran coach, they couldn't resist talking some football. Wilson had the energy to grill Del Rio about rookie quarterback Blaine Gabbert and ex-Bills linebacker Paul Posluszny. You can take Wilson away from football, but you're never going to take football away from Wilson."

Jack Del Rio Could Have an Incentive to Cut David Garrard in Favor of Blaine Gabbert

Written by Shane Clemons on .

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We've been speculating for weeks if not months about the future of David Garrard as the Jacksonville Jaguars' starting quarterback. We all know that Blaine Gabbert isn't polished, but it's his team to lead at some point, whether it's sooner or later. We've also discussed on various forums, here and elsewhere, about which quarterback would be picked if the competition was virtually equal. Let's throw in one more wrinkle to the equation. Jack Del Rio may have an incentive to move on with Blaine Gabbert instead of David Garrard.

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Written by Shane Clemons on .

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I'm sure you can't wait for the season to start, and neither can we!

THE INDECISIONS

Written by John McGrath on .

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Starring Jack Del Rio as Mr. Indecision & Mel Tucker as his side-kick NoSacks:

Del Rio is perfectly cast as the bumbling wanna be hero who doesn't have a clue (or a spine) when it comes to making the simple decision of which quarterback should be the starter of his team. Mel Tucker is cast as the confused assistant trying to help Del Rio by assuming all the defensive play calling during games, but just can't seem to figure out how to get a sack.  Together they provide plenty of frustration & boredom for the Jacksonville Jaguars fan base. Will Del Rio ever just trade has-been quarterback David "Overpaid" Garrard & finally just admit that Luke "The Truth" McCown should be the starting QB while Blaine "The Future" Gabbert can be the back-up until he's ready to take over?  Why can't Tucker's defensive line get to the quarterback & finally knock him on his butt? Will his secondary be able to defend the pass or learn how to tackle?  Will Jack's offensive line be able to gel & protect whichever quarterback is under center?

McCown should start

Written by John McGrath on .

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That's it, I've seen enough.  Garrard sucks.  Gabbert is getting better, but clearly isn't there yet.  Time for Luke McCown to get the start.  Luke has shown he can get it done.  I say he should be the starting QB & Gabbert should be the back-up. They should trade Garrard before stinks it up so bad that he has no trade value left.  McCown was very good last year before getting injured so why not give him a chance to start?  What have they got to lose at this point?  There's just 1 more preseason game left & I see no reason that Luke shouldn't be giving his chance too.  He looked good against the Falcons didn't he?  Del Rio needs to get his head out of his backside & let Luke start the next game.  What if he does great?  Maybe Jack knows that will happen & doesn't want to deal with having to admit that "Fedora Dave" isn't the answer.