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Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (13) is hit by Jacksonville Jaguars safety Daniel Thomas (20) after a catch on Oct. 11, in Houston. (MICHAEL WYKE/Associated Press)

NFL: Lions-Jaguars could be high-scoring affair with porous D abounds

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Friday, October 16, 2020

JACKSONVILLE — Take the over. Detroit and Jacksonville have two of the NFL’s worst defenses, unable to stop anyone, anywhere, any week. The Lions (1-3) rank last in the league in rushing yards allowed, giving up more than 170 yards a game.

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver D.J. Chark (17) makes a catch for a touchdown in front of Cincinnati Bengals cornerback William Jackson (22) on Oct. 4 in Cincinnati. (AARON DOSTER/Associated Press)

NFL: Jaguars could be without WR Chark for 2nd time in 4 games

ASSOCIATED PRESS

Friday, October 16, 2020

JACKSONVILLE — The Jacksonville Jaguars could be without Pro Bowl receiver DJ Chark against Detroit on Sunday. Coach Doug Marrone listed Chark as questionable for the game. If he can't go, Chark would be sidelined for the second time in four weeks.

Columbia’s Marcus Peterson picks up a first down on a fake punt last week against Madison County. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

FRIDAY NIGHT PREVIEW: Columbia still searching for first win as rival Lee comes to town

JORDAN KROEGER

Thursday, October 15, 2020

This matchup has been for a district title the last five seasons. This year, it’s a bit different. There’s no division championship on the line when Lee comes to Lake City to face Columbia. The FHSAA is already sending every team to the playoffs due to the covid-19 pandemic.

Fort White quarterback Tyler Jefferson throws a pass against Taylor County on Oct. 2. (CHRISTINA FEAGIN/Special to the Reporter)

FRIDAY NIGHT PREVIEW: Fort White faces another tough test against Baldwin

JORDAN KROEGER

Thursday, October 15, 2020

FORT WHITE — It’s been a tough start to the season for Fort White. It doesn’t get any easier Friday night. The Indians, who are 0-3 for the first time since 2007, welcome undefeated Baldwin (5-0) to Arrowhead Stadium as they continue to search for their first win of the season.

Suwannee quarterback Jaquez Moore scrambles up the field against Buchholz on Oct. 2. (PAUL BUCHANAN/Special to the Reporter)

FRIDAY NIGHT PREVIEW: Suwannee readies for 'elite' Wakulla test

JAMIE WACHTER

Thursday, October 15, 2020

LIVE OAK — Suwannee knows what to expect tonight when Wakulla visits Langford Stadium. “It’s never any different for as long as I can remember with Wakulla,” SHS coach Kyler Hall said of the 4-0 War Eagles, who come to town for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff. “You know you’re going to get hit.

Branford's Bodhi White celebrates his touchdown against Bishop Snyder with offensive lineman Colton Allen on Sept. 25. (BRIAN LEWIS/Special to the Reporter)

FRIDAY NIGHT PREVIEW: Branford adjusting due to covid-19 as Joshua Christian visits

JAMIE WACHTER

Thursday, October 15, 2020

BRANFORD — After a covid-19 cancellation a week ago, it hasn’t been exactly been business as usual for the Branford Buccaneers this week. Still, the Bucs will be back in action as they host Joshua Christian Academy at 7 p.m. at Cleve Sikes Field at Buccaneer Stadium for homecoming festivities.

Columbia’s cross country team is pictured with coach Lawrence Davis after winning the Tiger Run at Alligator Lake on Thursday. (SHELBY CONKLIN/Special to the Reporter)

PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Columbia boys win Tiger Run, Fender takes first place

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Thursday, October 15, 2020

Aaron Morse took first place at the Tiger Run at Alligator Lake on Thursday with a time of 18:10.70 to lead the Tigers to a first-place finish, while Audrey Fender won the girls race with a time of 21:39.17 to help the Lady Tigers finish third. Behind Morse for the CHS boys were A.J.

Florida State quarterback Jordan Travis (13) is tackled by a Miami player on Sept. 26 in Miami Gardens. (AL DIAZ/Miami Herald via AP)

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: No. 5 Tar Heels look for 4-0 start in trip to Florida State

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Thursday, October 15, 2020

North Carolina is unbeaten and has its highest ranking in more than two decades, even as the fifth-ranked Tar Heels have yet to have a strong performance from their offense and defense in the same game.

Fort White quarterback Tyler Jefferson looks for running room as his offensive line tries to block Taylor County on Oct. 2. (CHRISTINA FEAGIN/Special to the Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: A learning curve for Fort White’s O-line, which has several players without varsity experience

JORDAN KROEGER

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

FORT WHITE — It’s been a long time since Fort White began the season 0-3. It hasn’t happened since 2007 when the Indians lost their first four games in Demetric Jackson’s first year as head coach. Turning 2020 around won’t be easy with so much inexperience on the roster.

Jacksonville Jaguars kicker Stephen Hauschka (3) misses a field goal attempt against the Houston Texans this past Sunday in Houston. (MICHAEL WYKE/Associated Press)

NFL: Jaguars on verge of NFL record with 'crazy' kicking carousel

ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

JACKSONVILLE — Quarterback Gardner Minshew wouldn’t even try to name every kicker who’s suited up for the Jacksonville Jaguars this season. He surely would have missed one or two — or more.