<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/travis-etienne" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Travis Etienne</a></strong> hasn’t stopped making headlines since his arrival to the <strong>New Orleans Saints</strong>. First, he corrected everyone on how his last name is pronounced. Now, he is setting big-time expectations alongside quarterback <strong>Tyler Shough</strong>.</p>



<p>Speaking to the press, Etienne said, <em>“<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tyler-shough" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tyler</a>, he’s a great person, talking with him and being with him last night, <strong>you can sense the hunger, you can sense that he wants it for the city as well</strong>.” </em>Now, the Super Bowl is everybody’s dream, though the Saints have still ways to go before that.</p>



<p>Etienne said that watching Shough improve down the stretch was a key factor to sign with his hometown team. He said it “<em>definitely was a factor</em>.” <strong>However, going back to his hometown was the primary motivation.</strong></p>



<h2>Shough was the rookie with most wins at the QB position</h2>



<p><strong>Shough had more wins than Cam Ward, Jaxson Dart, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/shedeur-sanders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shedeur Sanders</a>, and Dillon Gabriel</strong>. However, while he impressed more than anyone thought, there are still some doubts around what he can produce long term.</p>



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<p>Shough had a 5-4 record, <strong>completing 67.6% of his passes for 2,384 yards, 10 touchdowns, and six interceptions</strong>. He became very effective under the Kellen Moore scheme. Now, he must avoid the feared sophomore slump.</p>


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<h2>The NFC South is there for the taking</h2>



<p>The NFC South was won by the Panthers last year with an 8-9 record. The Buccaneers also finished 8-9 and their head coach is on the hot seat. Hence, if the Saints keep improving, they might be able to return to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> Playoffs.</p>


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Travis Etienne creates high expectations with message to Saints QB Tyler Shough

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-orleans-saints" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New Orleans Saints</a></strong> have brought five new faces to their roster during the start of free agency, with running back <strong>Travis Etienne</strong> being the most prominent one. However, head coach <strong>Kellen Moore</strong> said all players have one thing in common.</p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/saints-hc-kellen-moore-declines-to-answer-if-alvin-kamara-is-considering-retirement" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">While Kellen Moore didn’t speak on Alvin Kamara’s future</a>, the message for the new faces coming in is clear now. According to Moore,<em>“<strong>I think if there’s a theme, a bunch of high-character guys, guys that we love in this locker room</strong>, that are going to be great teammates, great people in this community, and obviously we certainly recognize the ability for them to perform on the field. It’ll be a lot of fun</em>.”</p>



<p>And the Saints really need those kinds of guys. After a dreadful start to the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season, they started to show character and glimpses of a good future down the stretch. Hence, <strong>bringing more productive, high-character guys could boost this team to new heights</strong>.</p>



<h2>Etienne is coming off a career-resurgence year</h2>



<p>After having two 1,000-yard seasons, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/travis-etienne" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Etienne</a>‘s third year in the NFL was very worrisome. He basically cut his production in half and had only two touchdowns. It was not a great look. However, <strong>with the arrival of Liam Coen as the Jaguars head coach, Etienne was once again a deadly threat</strong>.</p>



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<p><strong>He resurfaced as a top-tier back with 1,399 scrimmage yards and a career-high 13 total touchdowns</strong>. Now, the Saints get a young, dual-threat back to keep the production going. After Alvin Kamara, having Etienne means the playbook basically remains the same.</p>


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<h2>Etienne might be the best thing to happen to Tyler Shough</h2>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tyler-shough" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tyler Shough</a> overcame expectations last year. No one had really much to hope for with Shough. However, he started nine games and had a 5-4 record, <strong>completing 67.6% of his passes for 2,384 yards, 10 touchdowns and six interceptions.</strong> </p>



<p>Still, Shough needs help. He doesn’t have the best arm and he wants to take care of the ball. Hence, having a weapon that can catch passes from the backfield is just a gift from heaven. Also,<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kellen-moore" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kellen Moore</a> is a highly effective playcaller, so he can easily draw some productive plays for the two</strong>.</p>


Kellen Moore reveals Saints’ free agency approach after bringing in Travis Etienne

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jacksonville-jaguars">Jacksonville Jaguars</a></strong> have experienced a departure that will be difficult to replace, leaving a void within the team. Running back <strong>Travis Etienne</strong> joined the <strong>New Orleans Saints</strong> ahead of the upcoming <strong>NFL </strong>season, and his closest teammate, quarterback <strong>Trevor Lawrence</strong>, sent him a farewell message.</p>



<p>Etienne made the decision to leave the Jaguars after five seasons, embracing a new chapter of his NFL career. He headed to the New Orleans Saints<strong> after they signed him to a four-year deal worth up to $52 million</strong>, boosting the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/saints-updated-rb-depth-chart-with-travis-etienne-joining-alvin-kamara-in-2026">Saints’ RB depth chart—which already includes Alvin Kamara</a>.</p>



<p>Lawrence shared his thoughts on the news through social media, as NFL insider Adam Schefter revealed. <em><strong>“We’ve come a long way!! Going to miss you man. Been a hell of an 8 year run. Best is yet to come,”</strong></em> Lawrence wrote.</p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/trevor-lawrence">Lawrence</a> and Etienne were teammates throughout their entire college careers at Clemson Tigers football<strong> from 2018 to 2020 before entering the NFL in 2021</strong>. They later played together as full-time starters for four straight seasons, helping the Jaguars reach the playoffs twice during that span. Both players emerged as key figures during those years, developing strong chemistry as an offensive duo.</p>



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<h2>The Lawrence and Etienne duo</h2>



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<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/travis-etienne">Etienne</a> leaves behind a significant gap in the Jaguars’ running back unit after serving as the full-time starter from 2021 to 2025. This past season, he started in all but one game, recording<strong> 260 rushes for 1,107 yards and seven touchdowns,</strong> while also adding 36 receptions for 292 yards and six touchdowns.</p>


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<p><strong>Jacksonville finished the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season with a 12-5 record,</strong> winning the AFC South Division title. The Jaguars finished ahead of the Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts and Tennessee Titans. In the AFC standings, they placed third, finishing ahead of the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Texans, while sitting behind the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos.</p>


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Trevor Lawrence sends farewell message to Travis Etienne

<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-orleans-saints">New Orleans Saints</a> are making their intentions for the 2026 <strong>NFL</strong> season clear. After an exciting rookie season from quarterback Tyler Shough, the Saints are building around him. The latest signing of <strong>Travis Etienne Jr</strong>. to share the backfield with <strong>Alvin Kamara</strong> is only further evidence.</p>



<p>As insider Jordan Schultz reported, the Saints have signed Travis Etienne Jr, who became a free agent after his stint with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jacksonville-jaguars">Jacksonville Jaguars</a>. Etienne Jr. is now joining Kamara and company on a New Orleans team that is eyeing the next step in its rebuild.</p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/travis-etienne">Etienne</a> is now joining a running back room in NOLA that features <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alvin-kamara">Alvin Kamara</a>, Kendre Miller, Devin Neal, and Audric Estime, via <em>ESPN</em>. <strong>At least one of them will have to make way</strong> for Etienne Jr when the 2026 NFL season gets underway.</p>



<h2>Jaguars depth chart at RB</h2>



<p>As for the Jaguars, in less than a year they have <strong>parted ways with what many expected to be their one-two punch</strong> for a long time. Trading Tank Bigsby to the Philadelphia Eagles last season and letting Etienne walk as an unrestricted free agent before the 2026 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> campaign, Liam Coen will be commanding a very different half back’s room.</p>



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<p>As listed on <em>ESPN</em>, the Jaguars’ <strong>running back options feature Bhayshul Tuten, LeQuint Allen Jr., and DeeJay Dallas</strong>. Based on where it currently stands, Jacksonville could be a name to watch in the HB market both during free agency and in the upcoming NFL Draft.</p>


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<h2>Etienne Jr. contract details</h2>



<p>According to Adam Schefter, the Saints have <strong>handed Etienne Jr. a four-year contract worth $52 million.</strong> Thus, Etienne is set to make an average of $13 million per season. Etienne could prove crucial for New Orleans, who last year witnessed an injury bug deplete its running back room, watching Kamara, Miller, and Neal all go down. </p>



<p>Moreover, Travis Etienne is now joining the NFC South, <strong>where his younger brother, Trevor Etienne, plays for the Carolina Panthers</strong>. The Etienne household may need to start making reservations as the siblings will face each other twice during the 2026 campaign.</p>


Saints and Jaguars updated RB depth charts with Travis Etienne joining Alvin Kamara in 2026

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<p>The <strong>Jacksonville Jaguars</strong> are playing for their future this season in the <strong>NFL</strong>, and their matchup against the <strong>Philadelphia Eagles</strong> could be crucial. If they can’t secure a victory, it may all be for nothing, forcing them to reevaluate their strategy. The good news heading into the game is that <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/trevor-lawrence">Trevor Lawrence</a></strong> will have a key offensive player back in the lineup.</p>



<p>With a negative record of two losses and six wins so far this season, <strong>Doug Pederson’s squad will travel to Philadelphia with the primary goal of securing a victory</strong> that could spark some hope as they head into the final stretch of the tournament, a feat that is becoming increasingly challenging.</p>



<p>The biggest news for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jacksonville-jaguars">Jaguars</a> this weekend is that <strong>RB Travis Etienne Jr. has been confirmed to play in the upcoming game</strong>, after missing time on the field due to a hamstring injury.</p>



<p>The news was reported by <em>NFL insider Ian Rapoport via his X account</em> (formerly Twitter) <em>@RapSheet</em>: <em><strong>“Jaguars RB Tank Bigsby (ankle) and RB Travis Etienne Jr. (hamstring) are both likely to play today, barring a setback, sources say</strong>. It’s the same for WR Brian Thomas Jr. (chest), though Gabe Davis (shoulder) appears to be more of a long-shot.”</em></p>



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<p>As Rapoport noted, the return of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/travis-etienne">Etienne Jr.</a> <strong>comes alongside the return of fellow running back Tank Bigsby</strong>, who was also dealing with an injury. If deemed fit by the coaching staff, both players will be available for selection.</p>


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<h2>What happened with Etienne Jr.?</h2>



<p>During Week 6 of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a>, in a tough matchup against the Chicago Bears, RB Travis Etienne Jr. had to leave the field in the second quarter due to an injury.</p>



<p>After undergoing the necessary tests, it was confirmed that Etienne Jr. suffered a hamstring injury. At that time, Tank Bigsby stepped in to replace him, participating in the majority of the plays.</p>



<p>Once the situation with the RB was confirmed, head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/doug-pederson">Doug Pederson</a> stated that they would address it <strong><em>“week to week”</em></strong>. Fortunately for the Jaguars, Etienne’s return is imminent, and he could see playing time against the Eagles if the coach decides to use him.</p>



<h2>Another anticipated return for the Jaguars</h2>



<p>In addition to a lackluster performance in terms of results and consistency,<strong> the Jaguars have also faced a significant number of injuries this season.</strong> Brian Thomas Jr., who had been sidelined due to a severe chest injury, will also be able to return to play against the Eagles.</p>



<p>With this, Doug Pederson and Trevor Lawrence will have three key offensive players at their disposal in a crucial matchup that will significantly impact the immediate future of the Florida franchise.</p>



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<h2>Jacksonville Jaguars upcoming matches:</h2>



<ul><li>vs Philadelphia Eagles, November 3rd</li><li>vs Minnesota Vikings, November 10th</li><li>vs Detroit Lions, November 17th</li><li>vs Houston Texans, December 1st</li><li>vs Tennessee Titans, December 8th</li></ul>


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<p>The Jacksonville Jaguars secured their second consecutive victory after Week 11, defeating the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/houston-texans">Houston Texans</a></strong> 24-21 last week. During the game, Travis Etienne sustained a chest injury but returned to the field following a brief evaluation in the blue medical tent.</p>



<p>Etienne has emerged as one of the most productive running backs in the NFL this season. He currently ranks eighth in the league in rushing yards and third in rushing touchdowns. He has also been a valuable contributor in the passing game, hauling in 36 receptions for 312 yards and a touchdown.</p>



<p>With a solid 8-3 record, the Jaguars appear poised to make the playoffs. With Travis Etienne at full health, they could potentially make a deep playoff run.</p>



<h2>Travis Etienne’s monday night football</h2>



<p>According to Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson, Travis Etienne will be available to play against the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cincinnati-bengals">Cincinnati Bengals</a></strong> on Monday, December 4 in the running back’s 12th start this season.</p>



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<p>Etienne’s performance in 2023 has been a major factor in the Jaguars’ success this season. The Jaguars are currently in first place in the AFC South. In the event that Etienne is not available, the Jaguars have two other options available.</p>



<p>The Jacksonville Jaguars are in the midst of a turnaround under new head coach Doug Pederson. After years of struggles, the Jaguars are finally starting to look like a competitive team. After monday game they will have to play against Browns, Ravens, Buccaneers, Panthers and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennessee-titans">Titans</a></strong>.</p>



<p>Pederson, who won a Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2018, has brought a winning culture to Jacksonville. He has also instilled a sense of confidence in his players, who believe that they can win every game.</p>



<h2>What happens if Travis Etienne gets injured and can’t play again anymore?</h2>



<p>The Jacksonsville Jaguars have two options, Tank Bigsby and D’Ernest Johnson, they have played in every game with the Jaguars this season, Etienne is the starter but in case he can’t play anymore Bigsby would be the option to replace him definitely.</p>



<h2>How common are injuries for running backs?</h2>



<p>Running backs are one of the most injury-prone positions in football. According to a study by the NFL, running backs miss an average of 1.8 games per season due to injury. The most common injuries for running backs are ankle sprains, hamstring strains, and knee injuries.</p>


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