Travis Etienne’s Status for Week 6: Injury Update and Performance Concerns

Travis Etienne, the running back for the Jacksonville Jaguars, is currently dealing with a shoulder injury that has limited his participation in practice. As the Jaguars prepare to face the Chicago Bears in Week 6, Etienne’s game status remains uncertain.

Despite his injury, Etienne has had a notable season so far, with 231 rushing yards on 53 carries, averaging 4.4 yards per attempt, and two touchdowns. He has also contributed in the passing game with 16 receptions for 91 yards on 22 targets.

However, recent performances have raised some concerns. In a recent game, Etienne had three runs for -1 yards and was involved in a play that was initially ruled as a fumble, although it was later dismissed. This has led to questions about why he has not been benched in favor of other players like Tank Bigsby, who has shown promising returns on kickoffs.

Jaguars coach Doug Pederson has faced criticism for his handling of the running back situation, with some fans and analysts questioning his decisions regarding Etienne and Bigsby. Pederson has addressed these concerns in recent interviews, but the strategy remains under scrutiny.