Atlanta Falcons Enemy Watch: A look at the Jacksonville Jaguars

Dec 28, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (5) runs with the ball during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. The Texans defeated the Jaguars 23-17. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

We continue our series, taking a look at each opponent on the Atlanta Falcons’ schedule in 2015. We move onto the Falcons’ Week 15 opponent, the Jacksonville Jaguars.

You can find the other interviews here:

• Philadelphia Eagles: Interview with Inside The Iggles editor Anthony DiBona
• New York Giants: Interview with GMEN HQ editor Chris Schissler
• Dallas Cowboys: Interview with The Landry Hat editor Steve Mullenax
• Houston Texans: Interview with Toro Times editor Randy Gurzi
• Indianapolis Colts: Interview with Horseshoe Heroes editor Evan Reller
• Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Interview with The Pewter Plank writer Jesse Uruchima

Will the Jaguars be more competitive in 2015?

It’s a question their fans are desperate for to be yes. For too long, Jacksonville has struggled, and they just never seem to catch a break.

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Bad luck struck again this offseason when third overall pick Dante Fowler Jr. tore his ACL on the first day of minicamp, ruling him out for the entire 2015 season.

Fowler’s loss is a major blow and will halt their progress on defense, but a player they can’t afford to lose is Blake Bortles. The second-year quarterback will be looking to improve his game and help the Jaguars post more victories.

I spoke with Daniel Lago, editor at Black and Teal. Lago helps us look into the Jaguars’ offseason, and also gives his thoughts on the Falcons-Jaguars game late in the season.

Next: A look at the Jaguars' offseason