KEELAN COLE SR. NEWS

The Latest: Quarterbacks drafted No. 1 shine around NFL

From Kyler Murray magic to Alex Smith’s latest milestone, it was quite the day for quarterbacks selected first in the NFL draft

NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Catches one pass Cole caught one of two targets for six yards during Sunday's 27-25 loss to the Texans.

Impact The 27-year-old had an opportunity for a big day with Laviska Shenault (hamstring) making an early exit, but it was Chris Conley who stepped up with seven receptions for 52 yards. The shift from Gardner Minshew (thumb) to rookie Jake Luton at quarterback didn't have a major impact on the production in the Jags' passing game, but Cole clearly didn't show a great rapport with the rookie in his debut. Cole should continue to see significant reps -- especially if Shenault is forced to miss time -- but he has only two catches for 18 yards in the past two games.

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Clear of injury designation Cole (back) doesn't' have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Texans, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact The 27-year-old popped up on the injury report Friday as a limited participant due to a back issue, but it shouldn't impact his status for Sunday's contest. Cole has 28 catches for 374 yards and three touchdowns through seven games this season, but Jacksonville's passing game seems likely to take a hit with Gardner Minshew (thumb) sidelined and rookie Jake Luton leading the offense.

NOVEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

GRAB BAG: Week 8 Did you get burned this week by Jerick McKinnon or Keelan Cole? The good thing is we’ve got some new...

OCTOBER 26, 2020 • FANTASYSHARKS.COM

Only one catch Sunday Cole caught one of two targets for 12 yards in Sunday's 39-29 loss to the Chargers.

Impact It was a disappointing follow-up to Cole's 143-yard eruption against the Lions last week, but the Chargers' pass rush gave Gardner Minshew little time to let routes develop downfield, and the production of the entire WR corps suffered. Cole is on pace for a career-best season heading into Jacksonville's Week 8 bye, but he could be catching passes from a different quarterback on the other side of the break, as Minshew's job security is shaky following six straight losses.

OCTOBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Perfection on display when Steelers visit Titans, both 5-0

Maybe all the delays involving the Titans and the jumbled NFL schedule led to the kind of showcase game we all need

OCTOBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Falcons, Lions both eyeing rare feat: a winning streak

The Atlanta Falcons actually have a shot at a winning streak

OCTOBER 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

FANTASY PLAYS: Players to add include Herbert, Fulgham

FANTASY PLAYS: Players to add for Week 7 include tight end Dallas Goedert and wide receiver Travis Fulgham of Philadelphia and Los Minnesota Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert

OCTOBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lions held a lead and looked sharp on defense

The Detroit Lions looked recharged after their open date, and on Sunday they did exactly what they needed to against a struggling Jacksonville team

OCTOBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jaguars go cross-country to face QB they should have drafted

The Jacksonville Jaguars will travel cross-country this week and get a close-up look at the quarterback they could and probably should have drafted in April

OCTOBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NFL Today, Week 6

NFL Today, Week 6

OCTOBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Big plays power strong performance Cole recorded six receptions on nine targets for 143 yards in Week 6 against the Lions.

Impact Cole commanded a season-best nine targets and took advantage by recording explosive plays. He provided the three longest gains for the Jaguars -- receptions of 51, 35 and 24 yards -- highlighted by a broken play during which he broke free from the Lions secondary. For the season, Cole has been able to find the end zone or top 100 yards in four of the team's six contests. While he surpassed rookie Laviska Shenault for targets in Week 6, it may be difficult for Cole to command this type of volume on a weekly basis going forward.

OCTOBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Every catch from Keelan Cole's 143-yard game | Week 6 Watch every catch from Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Keelan Cole's 143-yard game in the Week 6 matchup against the Detroit Lions.

OCTOBER 18, 2020 • NFL.COM

Cowboys' Elliott, Vikings' Thielen among best bets to score

It’s Week 6 of the fantasy football season, and these are the top five best bets to score at the running back and wide receiver positions

OCTOBER 14, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Records 13-yard score Cole recorded two receptions on six targets for 25 yards and a touchdown in Week 5 against the Texans.

Impact Cole's six targets were good for fourth on the team, but he was largely inefficient with his opportunity. He did come through with a grab in the corner of the end zone to record a 13-yard touchdown reception halfway through the second quarter. Though Cole has only 219 yards through five contests, he has found the end zone on three occasions. If DJ Chark (ankle) is unable to suit up in Week 6 against the Lions, Cole should be in line for increased opportunity.

OCTOBER 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Costly mistakes foil Jaguars in 30-14 loss to Texans

Costly errors and an inability to take advantage of Houston’s mistakes gave the Jacksonville Jaguars another loss to a previously winless team on Sunday and left them in last place...

OCTOBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Watson tosses 3 TDs as Texans get 1st win, 30-14 over Jags

Deshaun Watson threw for a season-high 359 yards and three touchdowns and the Houston Texans got their first win of the season, a 30-14 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sun...

OCTOBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Moderate production continues Cole caught four of five targets for 46 yards during Sunday's 33-25 loss to the Bengals.

Impact The 27-year-old has surprisingly been a model of consistency through four games, totaling at least four receptions and 40-plus yards in each contest. However, his season-high marks of six catches and 58 yards offers a fairly limited ceiling if he doesn't reach the end zone. Cole's snap share pegs him as Jacksonville's No. 2 wide receiver, but rookie Laviska Shenault has been the more explosive option in the offense behind top-wideout DJ Chark.

OCTOBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Posts 67 total yards in loss Cole brought in four of five targets for 43 yards and returned one kickoff for 24 yards in the Jaguars' 31-13 loss to the Dolphins on Thursday.

Impact With DJ Chark (chest) sidelined for Thursday's game, Cole was third in receptions and second in receiving yardage on the night. The 27-year-old has gotten plenty of attention from quarterback Gardner Minshew through the first three games of the season, as he's now logged 17 targets, 15 of which he's brought in for 148 yards and two touchdowns. Cole saw his role diminish last season while playing with Minshew and Nick Foles -- he slumped to a career-low 24 receptions for 361 yards over 16 games -- but his outlook appears much brighter through the first three games of 2020. Cole will look to keep up the momentum, with or without Chark available, when the Jaguars face the Bengals in a Week 4 road matchup in Sunday, Oct. 4.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jaguars WR Cole starts in place of Chark against Dolphins

Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Keelan Cole will make his second start since 2018

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Likely headed for more snaps Cole could take on a heavier snap count Thursday against the Dolphins with DJ Chark (chest) ruled out for the contest, James Johnson of USA Today reports.

Impact Cole has already started in both of the Jaguars' first two games and ranks second on the team with 105 yards, but he's played less than 70 percent of the offensive snaps. With Jacksonville's top target out of the mix this week, however, more snaps and looks could be funneled Cole's way out of necessity. Along with Cole, Laviska Shenault and Chris Conley are expected to help replace Chark, while tight end Tyler Eifert and depth wideout Dede Westbrook may also take on heightened roles in the team's passing game.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jaguars rule out Chark for Thursday night game vs Dolphins

Jacksonville Jaguars receiver DJ Chark won’t play Thursday night against Miami

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS