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Posted: 11/15/2009 11:15pm et

The Associated Press reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew had 24 carries for 123 yards with a touchdown Week 10. He also caught two passes for 22 receiving yards. He almost scored another touchdown, but instead took a knee at the 1-yard line with just over a minute left in the game against the New York Jets. QB David Garrard took a knee on the next two plays, and PK Josh Scobee hit the game-winning 21-yard field goal as time expired. Jones-Drew became the first player to rush for 100 or more yards against the Jets this season.

The Huddle Take: Ouch! Jones-Drew took a knee on the 1-yard line instead of scoring a touchdown. That sound you heard was fantasy owners groaning all over in disbelief. Regardless, Jones-Drew had another nice game posting 123 yards rushing and 1 touchdown in the game.

Posted: 11/12/2009 11:39pm et

Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) was limited in practice Thursday, Nov. 12, but he will likely play Week 10. Jones-Drew was not listed on the injury report Wednesday, Nov. 11.

The Huddle Take: This is most likely not of major concern at this point since MJD has not been on the injury report and looks to be in line to play this week. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor this situation for any further developments or potential setbacks to Jones-Drew's status heading into the weekend. He continues to be an elite runner capable of carrying fantasy teams week in and week out.

Posted: 11/2/2009 10:36am et

Vito Stellino, of The Florida Times-Union, reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew reached 50 career touchdowns Week 8. Jones-Drew is the fastest in franchise history to reach 50 career touchdowns, hitting the milestone in 54 games. Of the NFL's top 20 running backs in touchdowns scored, only former NFL RB Jim Brown (45 games), RB Marcus Allen (48 games), RB Eric Dickerson (51 games) and RB Barry Sanders (53) reached 50 career touchdowns faster than Jones-Drew.

The Huddle Take: That's some pretty good company for Jones-Drew, especially when you consider he's essentially shared carries up until this season.

Posted: 11/1/2009 10:07pm et

The Associated Press reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew rushed for 177 yards and two touchdowns on eight carries in Week 8.

The Huddle Take: Jones-Drew simply errupted in Week 8 against a Tennessee defense that has given up big plays all season long. The Jaguars running back had two long touchdown runs of 80 and 79 yards in the game and most likely single-handedly carried many fantasy teams to victory this week. He is a must-start every week just because he is capable of games just like this.

Posted: 10/18/2009 11:11pm et

The Associated Press reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew rushed for 133 yards and three touchdowns on a career-high 33 carries in Week 6.

The Huddle Take: Jones-Drew was huge in this game and exploded for some big numbers against a weak St. Louis run defense. The game went into overtime before the Jaguars were able to emerge victorious, however Jones-Drew was solid the entire game and proved once again why he is considered to be an elite running back in 2009.

Posted: 10/15/2009 11:59am et

Aaron Wilson, of the National Football Post, reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew criticized the team for their play-calling, offensive line changes and other shortcomings. Jones-Drew referred to himself as the second-highest paid decoy in the league.

The Huddle Take: Certainly the 41-0 loss and 26 touches over the past two games have MoJo's Under Armor in a bunch; there's also validity to his concerns with the rotating line and failure to establish the run. MoJo's fantasy owners have the same concerns; after all, Jones-Drew is only on pace for 240 carries, 1,320 rushing yards, 1,704 yards from scrimmage, and 16 touchdowns--all career highs. And if you didn't read the original article, here's the answer to the question that's certainly on your mind: Reggie Bush is the highest-paid decoy in the league.

Posted: 9/28/2009 12:10pm et

The Associated Press reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew had 23 carries for 119 yards with three touchdowns Week 3. He also caught four passes for 28 receiving yards.

The Huddle Take: That's the kind of outing MoJo's fantasy owners have been looking for. And while David Garrard and Mike Sims-Walker provided a little something last week, it's abundantly clear the Jacksonville offense needs to run through Jones-Drew.

Posted: 9/26/2009 11:25pm et

Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) practiced in full Friday, Sept. 25. He is listed as probable for Week 3 and is expected to play.

The Huddle Take: Jones-Drew once again appears to be ready to go in Week 3. He should be considered as a solid No. 1 running back capable of posting some nice numbers against a Texans defense that has been giving up big plays all season long.

Posted: 9/24/2009 11:56pm et

Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) was limited during practice Thursday, Sept. 24.

The Huddle Take: Jones-Drew has struggled early in the year but could have a breakout game and post huge numbers at any time. Fantasy owners should keep considering him a solid No. 1 running back option every week.

Posted: 9/11/2009 10:36pm et

Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew (shin) practiced in full Friday, Sept. 11, and is not listed on the team's injury report.

The Huddle Take: There is little doubt that Jones-Drew will be ready to go for Week 1. He has been practicing with the team and is not listed on the injury report so fantasy owners can breathe easier about starting the elite running back once again. He is a solid No. 1 running back that could be poised for big things in Jacksonville this year.