Bhayshul Tuten’s status is hanging right on the edge heading into Thursday night.
The Jacksonville Jaguars running back is listed as questionable for the matchup with the Baltimore Ravens after missing the first two practices of the week, and head coach Liam Coen has made it clear this one may not be settled until game time. Michael DiRocco reported that Tuten and defensive end Travon Walker are both questionable for the contest.
There was at least a little movement in the right direction on Wednesday. According to Mia O’Brien, Coen expects Tuten to take part in some capacity at practice after the back sat out Monday and Tuesday. Tuten also told his coach directly that he was feeling better, which gave Jacksonville some hope with the short week working against them.
Even so, getting on the field Wednesday would not lock in his availability for Baltimore. Coen has already said Tuten could end up being a game-time decision.
That leaves the Jaguars waiting on one of their key offensive pieces as they get ready for a tough Ravens defense. If Tuten can’t go, Jacksonville will have to lean harder on its other backs, especially in a game where a steady run game could ease the burden on the passing attack. Chris Rodriguez Jr. could be a sneaky fantasy option if Tuten is out.
For now, the signs are better than they were earlier in the week. After two straight missed practices, even a limited session Wednesday would at least give the Jaguars a clearer picture before kickoff. And until then, Tuten remains one of the biggest injury storylines to watch.
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