DJ CHARK JR. NEWS

FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 2

Despite Aaron Rodgers’ poor game in Week 1, the simulations are high on him to post a top-12 week against the Detroit Lions, who allowed Jimmy Garoppolo to throw for 314 yards on j...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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

Records TD grab in loss Chark brought in three of 12 targets for 86 yards and a touchdown in the Jaguars' 37-21 loss to the Texans on Sunday.

Impact As his extremely poor catch rate implies, Chark's afternoon would have been a complete fantasy washout had it not been for his sensational 41-yard touchdown grab late in the third quarter. The chemistry between Chark and rookie quarterback Trevor Lawrence clearly needs some work, but the respective talent of each player should certainly lead to some big games as the season unfolds. Chark will look to start making good on that potential in a Week 2 home battle versus the Broncos.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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

FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 1

The start-or-sit dilemma is part of managing a fantasy football team

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fully recovered from finger surgery Chark (finger) isn't listed on the injury report for Jacksonville's Week 1 matchup with Houston, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

Impact As expected, after coach Urban Meyer declared the wideout healthy upon his Monday return to practice. Chark had been out since the first week of August after getting surgery on a hairline fracture in his finger, with the expectation all along that he'd be ready for Week 1. He'll have target competition from fellow wide receivers Marvin Jones and Laviska Shenault, but the Jaguars don't have a tight end or running back who demands significant volume from rookie QB Trevor Lawrence. The new-look Jags start their season against the AFC South's other rebuilding franchise, traveling to Houston for Week 1.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Recovered from broken finger Chark (finger) is 100 percent healthy entering Week 1 after sitting out the preseason, John Reid of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Impact It's not a major surprise, as Chark and coach Urban Meyer consistently have indicated the wideout would be ready for the season opener after undergoing surgery in early August for a hairline fracture in his finger. The 24-year-old's status, or lack thereof, on the injury report later this week should provide final confirmation of his outlook for Sunday at Houston.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jaguars place WR Tavon Austin on short-term injured reserve

The Jacksonville Jaguars placed receiver Tavon Austin on injured reserve Thursday, two days after coach Urban Meyer said he was good to go for the season opener

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No worries for Week 1 Coach Urban Meyer said Tuesday that Chark (finger) is on track for Sept. 12's season opener in Houston, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Meyer also said wideouts Marvin Jones (shoulder) Tavon Austin (quadriceps) will be available for Week 1. Chark underwent surgery early August to address a hairline fracture in his finger, which forced him to miss the entire preseason, but he'll be available to head the Jaguars' revamped receiving corps with quarterback Trevor Lawrence under center when the regular season kicks off.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out preseason finale Chark (finger) won't suit up for Sunday's preseason finale against the Cowboys.

Impact The same applies to fellow wideout Marvin Jones (shoulder), though the expectation remains that both players should be available for Week 1 action. Chark is bouncing back from a procedure in early August to repair a hairline fracture of his finger, but as long as he doesn't suffer any setbacks, look for the 24-year-old to man a starting WR spot in Jacksonville's season-opener, Sept. 12 against the Texans.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Winston TDs highlight Saints' 23-21 preseason win over Jags

Jameis Winston passed for touchdowns of 43 and 29 yards to Marquez Callaway, and the New Orleans Saints defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 23-21 in a preseason game

AUGUST 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

D.J. Chark Jr. Fantasy Outlook Paints Him as Low-Risk, High-Reward WR in 2021 The Jacksonville Jaguars made a number of moves this offseason to revamp the offense including drafting a pair of Clemson Tigers in the firs...

AUGUST 21, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM

Spotted at practice Chark (finger) was on the field with pads at Monday's practice but didn't catch any passes, James Johnson of Jags Wire reports.

Impact The wideout had surgery in early August to repair a hairline fracture of his finger, with coach Urban Meyer saying afterward that Chark should be ready for the regular-season opener. He'll miss the entire preseason and may be limited in practice for a few more weeks, but his presence on the practice field confirms Chark is on track to suit up against the Texans on Sept. 12, likely working as Jacksonville's No. 1 receiver.

AUGUST 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lawrence debuts with sack, fumble, preseason loss to Browns

Trevor Lawrence’s professional debut opened with a sack and a fumble, hardly ideal but not too concerning for the Jacksonville Jaguars

AUGUST 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jaguars WR Chark sidelined with broken finger on right hand

DJ Chark’s contract season is off to a shaky start

AUGUST 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Has hairline finger fracture repaired Coach Urban Meyer expects Chark (finger) to play in the Jaguars' season opener against the Texans, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Schefter's report confirms that the team's No. 1 wideout underwent surgery to address a hairline fracture of his finger, but given the timing of the procedure, Chark's Week 1 availability isn't expected to be impacted. Assuming that's the case, the 2018 second-rounder remains in line to head a 2021 wide receiver corps that also features Marvin Jones and Laviska Shenault, with Phillip Dorsett, Collin Johnson and Jamal Agnew also in the mix.

AUGUST 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes hand procedure Chark reportedly underwent a procedure this week to address a hairline fracture in his hand, but he is expected to be ready for the Jaguars' season opener, John Reid of The Florida...

Impact For his part, Mark Long of the Associated Press indicates that Chark is dealing with a finger issue, but either way, it looks like Jacksonville's top wideout will miss some time and his status will now need to be monitored leading up to Week 1.

AUGUST 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Minshew just wants chance to compete for Jags' starting job

Gardner Minshew just wants a chance to compete for Jacksonville's starting quarterback job

AUGUST 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Battling minor injury Chark is sitting out Friday's practice with an undisclosed minor injury, Mark Long of the Associated Press reports.

Impact It's unclear when the injury cropped, up, but Chark won't be taking part in Friday's session. Fellow wideout Marvin Jones (personal) is also absent, so Laviska Shenault and Collin Johnson should work as the team's top receivers to finish the week. Chark should be considered day-to-day until the team updates his status.

AUGUST 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jags' Lawrence gets 'plus, plus' grades, 'real stuff' next

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence had an impressive opening week of training camp

JULY 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jaguars take hands-off approach to camp following $300K fine

Jacksonville’s receivers might as well have been wearing red jerseys on the first day of training camp

JULY 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Adding strength during offseason Coach Urban Meyer challenged Chark (shin) to get stronger during the offseason, and the wideout has already added seven pounds in the weight room, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com repor...

Impact Meyer didn't like what he saw from the 24-year-old when reviewing film from the 2020 season, and the new coach approached the wideout to voice his concerns. It's a pivotal point in Chark's career as he enters a contract year, and he should benefit from more stability at quarterback with rookie first overall pick Trevor Lawrence taking the reins. Chark eclipsed 1,000 receiving yards with eight touchdowns in 2019, but he struggled to find consistency last season with 706 receiving yards and five scores. The addition of Marvin Jones should also help open downfield opportunities for Chark, and the offense as a whole.

JUNE 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jaguars add 12 new guys, including 4 sure defensive starters

The Jacksonville Jaguars officially welcomed a dozen new players

MARCH 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jaguars poised to spend big, rebuild quickly in free agency

Free agency feels a lot like recruiting to new Jaguars coach Urban Meyer

MARCH 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Taylor-made day sends Colts past Jags, back into playoffs

Jonathan Taylor rushed for a franchise-record 253 yards and two scores, Philip Rivers threw for another touchdown and the Indianapolis Colts clinched a playoff spot with a 28-14 vi...

JANUARY 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS