Former LSU receiver [autotag]Brian Thomas Jr.[/autotag], a first-round pick for the Jacksonville Jaguars this past spring, got the start in Sunday’s season opener against the Miami Dolphins. He wasted little time making an impact.
In the second quarter, Thomas caught his first career NFL touchdown on a 14-yard dart from Trevor Lawrence, tip-toeing to keep his feet in bounds in the back corner of the end zone.
It was Thomas’ third catch of the game, putting him at 29 total yards, and he seems to be an early favorite target for Lawrence in his rookie campaign as he was drafted to help offset the loss of a 1,000-yard receiver in Calvin Ridley.
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It wasn’t Thomas’ only impressive moment in the first half. Earlier in the game, he beat All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey on a deep route and drew a pass interference call in the end zone. He almost caught the ball anyway, but the penalty set up a one-yard touchdown for Travis Etienne.
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The former Tigers star could be poised for a big rookie season in Jacksonville.
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