CHRIS MANHERTZ NEWS

One catch Week 9 Manhertz caught one of two targets for seven yards during Sunday's 27-20 win over the Raiders.

Impact Manhertz tied a season high with 36 offensive snaps but still played only a minor role in Jacksonville's aerial attack. No. 1 tight end Evan Engram briefly left the contest with a back issue, but he returned to the field and is expected to be good to go for Week 10. Even if Engram were to miss time, Manhertz would likely still primarily function as a blocker.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sees rare activity in passing game Manhertz played 26 of the Jaguars' 73 offensive snaps in Sunday's 13-6 loss to the Texans, finishing with two receptions for 15 yards on two targets.

Impact After his first catch of 2022 last week against the Eagles went for no gain, Manhertz was credited with positive yardage for the first time all season Week 5. With snap shares between 28 and 48 percent through each of the Jaguars' first five games, Manhertz looks secure as the top backup to No. 1 tight end Evan Engram, but the 6-foot-6, 255-pound Manhertz will operate almost exclusively as a blocker whenever he's on the field.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jaguars silence most doubters with back-to-back blowouts

The Jacksonville Jaguars might still have a few doubters

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jaguars release veteran NT Malcom Brown, save $3M in 2022

The Jacksonville Jaguars released veteran defensive tackle Malcom Brown, a move that will save $3 million in 2022

AUGUST 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jaguars address D in NFL draft, get little help for Lawrence

Trevor Lawrence doesn’t appear to have a true No. 1 receiver in Jacksonville

MAY 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

TE Chris Manhertz explains what Doug Pederson's offense means for the TE room Tight end Chris Manhertz explains why he's excited for the instillation of head coach Doug Pederson's offense. Manhertz also touches on step...

APRIL 20, 2022 • JAGUARS.COM

AP source: Jaguars open free agency with 6 splashy moves

According to a person familiar with negotiations, general manager Trent Baalke and the Jaguars opened the NFL’s legal tampering period Monday by agreeing to sign Arizona receiver C...

MARCH 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No targets in finale Manhertz played 30 of 68 offensive snaps during Sunday's 26-11 win over the Colts and didn't draw a target.

Impact Jacob Hollister and Luke Farrell both saw a bit more playing time, but Hollister was the only Jaguars tight end to be a factor in the passing game with three catches for 14 yards. Manhertz, who joined Jacksonville on a two-year, $6.65 million deal in March, suited up in all 17 games but finished with just six receptions for 71 yards and a touchdown. If the 29-year-old opens the 2022 season on the roster, he'll continue to serve mainly as a blocker.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

One target Week 17 Manhertz failed to catch his only target during Sunday's 50-10 loss at New England.

Impact Manhertz played only 16 of 47 offensive snaps with James O'Shaughnessy (hip) sidelined, as Luke Farrell operated as the No. 1 tight end Sunday. Manhertz has only six receptions for 71 yards and one touchdown through 16 games and is clearly an afterthought in Jacksonville's passing game.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from COVID list Manhertz (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday.

Impact Manhertz landed on the COVID-19 list Monday after testing positive for the virus, but he was able to clear the protocols and will be available for Sunday's matchup with New England. The 29-year-old is poised to operate as the Jags' No. 1 tight end since James O'Shaughnessy is sidelined by a hip injury.

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to COVID list Manhertz (undisclosed) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.

Impact Manhertz wasn't targeted on 27 offensive snaps during Sunday's loss to the Jets, and he's now entered the health and safety protocols. Luke Farrell (undisclosed) also landed on the COVID-19 list, leaving James O'Shaughnessy and Jacob Hollister as the only available tight ends on the roster.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons take advantage of Jaguars' mistakes in 21-14 victory

Cordarrelle Patterson scored twice in his return from an ankle injury and the Atlanta Falcons found the end zone and the win column for the first time in three weeks in a 21-14 vic...

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lawrence 'disappointed in myself' as struggles continue

Trevor Lawrence has never endured anything close to this

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Crown Royal Water Break: Chris Manhertz J.P. Shadrick catches up with tight end Chris Manhertz after practice for the Crown Royal Water Break.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • JAGUARS.COM

Secures lone target Manhertz caught his only target for seven yards during Thursday's 24-21 loss to the Bengals.

Impact Manhertz started and led Jacksonville's tight ends with 24 offensive snaps, but Dan Arnold, Luke Farrell and Jacob Hollister all saw double-digit snaps. Most notable is Arnold, as he was only acquired from the Panthers on Monday and caught both his targets for 29 yards in his debut with the Jags. Manhertz should continue to play regular snaps as a blocking specialist, but Arnold should see more and more playing time as he gets more accustomed to his new offense.

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stadium Visits: Brown, Ward and Manhertz Take a look as we welcome home our newest Jacksonville Jaguars: Malcom Brown, Jihad Ward and Chris Manhertz.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • JAGUARS.COM

Not targeted in defeat Manhertz wasn't targeted and played 25 offensive snaps during Sunday's 31-19 loss to Arizona.

Impact The 29-year-old received the start at tight end with James O'Shaughnessy (knee) on injured reserve, but Jacob Hollister ended up leading the position group with 46 offensive snaps. Hollister caught only two of six targets for 15 yards, while Luke Farrell played only 17 snaps and caught his lone target for minus-1 yard. The Jaguars clearly were unhappy with what they were seeing out of their tight ends and opted to acquire Dan Arnold from the Panthers on Monday, who will be a candidate to immediately take over the starting role.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Failed flea-flicker dooms Jags, leads to 18th straight loss

Jacksonville Jaguars coach Urban Meyer admittedly had reservations about the trick play even though he didn’t overrule it

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting spot open Manhertz could have an increased role with James O'Shaughnessy (ankle) facing an indefinite absence, John Reid of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Impact Manhertz wasn't targeted and played only 27 offensive snaps during Sunday's loss to Denver despite the fact O'Shaughnessy went down early with the injury. Luke Farrell caught one pass for six yards while playing 36 offensive snaps and may be the teams new top option at tight end in the passing game. Manhertz should continue to play plenty of snaps with O'Shaughnessy, out but he'll likely continue to see most of his work as a blocker.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores on lone target Manhertz caught his only target for a 22-yard touchdown during Sunday's 37-21 loss to Texans.

Impact The 29-year-old was expected to begin the season as the starting tight end after inking a two-year, $6.65 million deal in the offseason, but James O'Shaughnessy ended up receiving the nod. Manhertz played only 35 percent of the offensive snaps, but he still was able to secure the second touchdown of his career. He won't have much relevance in fantasy even if he takes over the starting role given the lack of receiving production throughout his career as he continues to work mostly as a blocker.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

After offseason buildup, Jaguars, Meyer open with meltdown

Urban Meyer expected some jitters from his young team, even a few mistakes

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

New coach, new QB, same bad Jaguars in 37-21 loss to Texans

With new coach Urban Meyer’s championship college resume and No. 1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence leading the offense, the Jacksonville Jaguars were supposed to be much improved this...

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Taylor helps Texans down Lawrence, mistake-prone Jags 37-21

Tyrod Taylor threw for 291 yards and two touchdowns filling in for Deshaun Watson to lead the Houston Texans to a 37-21 win over Trevor Lawrence and the mistake-prone Jacksonville...

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jaguars sign former Bills, Seahawks TE Jacob Hollister

The Jacksonville Jaguars signed tight end Jacob Hollister three days after Buffalo surprisingly released the fifth-year pro

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Catches lone target Manhertz caught his only target for 15 yards during Sunday's preseason win over the Cowboys.

Impact Manhertz played only eight offensive snaps and connected with Trevor Lawrence for a 15-yard gain in the first quarter. The 29-year-old played sparingly throughout the preseason and caught his only other target for five yards. Manhertz inked a two-year, $7.25 million deal with Jacksonville in March and should have a regular role in the offense, but with 12 receptions in 70 career games his outlook entering Week 1 at Houston remains that of a blocking-oriented tight end. James O'Shaughnessy may be more involved in the passing game at the position for the Jaguars.

AUGUST 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE