Patrick Mekari - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Salary converted to signing bonus Mekari (back) had $9.2 million of his salary converted to a signing bonus by the Jaguars on Friday, Michael Ginnitti of Spotrac reports.

Impact The 28-year-old exited the Jaguars' wild-card round loss to the Bills due to a back injury, but it now appears he's moved past the issue. By converting $9.2 million of Mekari's salary to a signing bonus, Jacksonville added three void years to his contract and cleared roughly $7.36 million in cap space ahead of the 2026 season. The California product is expected to remain an integral part of the Jaguars' offensive line next year.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with injury Sunday Mekari is questionable to return to Sunday's wild-card game versus the Bills due to a back injury.

Impact Mekari missed the final two games of the regular season with a back issue, but he did not carry an injury designation coming into Sunday's contest. Jacksonville was already without starting left tackle Cole Van Lanen (knee), who is inactive.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Sunday's playoff game Mekari (back) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's wild-card round game against the Bills.

Impact Mekari could slot back in at right guard, where he was playing prior injuring his back in Week 16 against the Broncos. Walker Little had been filling in at right guard, but Little may be needed at left tackle if the questionable Cole Van Lanen (knee) doesn't get the green light Sunday.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

In and Out, 2025 Week 18: Patrick Mekari and Five Others Are Inactive RG Patrick Mekari, DT Maason Smith inactive for the Jaguars against the Tennessee Titans in a 2025 Week 18 game at EverBank Stadium in Jacks...

JANUARY 4 • JAGUARS.COM

Out for Week 18 finale Mekari (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Titans.

Impact Mekari will miss a second straight game after he was injured in the Week 16 win over the Broncos. Walker Little will likely make another start at right guard for the Jaguars.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Wednesday Mekari (back) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Mekari sustained a back injury during the Jaguars' Week 16 win over the Broncos, which prevented him from playing against the Colts in Week 17. He'll have two more opportunities to return to practice ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale against the Titans, but if Mekari is unable to play, then Walker Little will likely start at right guard for a second straight game.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Week 17 Mekari (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Colts, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Impact Mekari suffered a back injury in Week 16 and has been unable to practice leading into the Jaguars' Week 17 game versus the Colts. With the 28-year-old out, Wyatt Milum will likely continue as his replacement Sunday.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jaguars CB Jourdan Lewis to have season-ending foot surgery, AP source says

A person familiar with the injury says Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jourdan Lewis will have season-ending foot surgery

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Questionable to return Mekari (back) is questionable to return to Sunday's matchup versus the Broncos, John Oehser of the Jaguars' official site reports.

Impact Mekari suffered a back injury in the second quarter, making his status for the remainder of the game uncertain. Wyatt Millum should take over at right guard if Mekari ends up being unable to return.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to face Colts Mekari does not have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Colts, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Impact Mekari was sidelined for Jacksonville's Week 13 win over the Titans due to a concussion. He logged full practices both Thursday and Friday and will be ready to take back his starting role at right guard in a key AFC South matchup Sunday.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Looks to clear concussion protocol Mekari (concussion) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact Mekari suffered a concussion Nov. 28 and was unable to play in last Sunday's win over the Titans. The starting right guard upgraded to a full participant Thursday, and seems to be ready to suit up for Sunday's divisional matchup with the Colts. With Chuma Edoga (calf) and Walker Little (concussion) both questionable, Mekari's presence back on the field will be a strong boost to the Jaguars' offensive line.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jaguars are playing meaningful games in December, beginning with one that 'means everything'

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DECEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out Sunday Mekari (concussion) has been ruled out for Jacksonville's matchup versus the Titans on Sunday.

Impact Mekari is currently in the league's concussion protocol and will have to clear it before he can make his return. In his absence, Wyatt Millum should get the start at right guard, as Chuma Edoga (calf) is out as well.

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

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Foye Oluokun & Patrick Mekari on Playing in London vs. Rams | Press Conference Jaguars LB Foye Oluokun & OL Patrick Mekari speak to the media on Monday of Week 7 during the 2025 NFL Season.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • JAGUARS.COM

Trevor Lawrence's wild run lifts the Jaguars to a 31-28 win over Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs

Trevor Lawrence tripped, got up and scrambled for a 1-yard touchdown with 23 seconds remaining, and the Jacksonville Jaguars beat Kansas City 31-28

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Linebacker Devin Lloyd is a defensive catalyst for the Jaguars' surprising start to the season

Devin Lloyd hasn’t enjoyed a month like this since his rookie season

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Offensive lineman Fred Johnson heads back to the Eagles in trade with Jaguars, AP source says

Fred Johnson is heading back to Philadelphia

AUGUST 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Back at practice Mekari (lower back) was an active participant at the Jaguars' practice Sunday, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Mekari was dealing with back spasms throughout the week, forcing him to miss a series of practices as a result. The offensive lineman was back in action Sunday, and he will likely be available to play in Saturday's preseason opener against the Steelers, if needed.

AUGUST 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back spasms Mekari (lower back) is not expected to miss an extended period of time,Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville reports.

Impact Mekari left practice early last week and is yet to return to the field, but head coach Liam Cohen said he isn't dealing with anything serious. The 27-year-old signed a three-year deal with Jacksonville in March after spending the first six years of his career in Baltimore and starting all 17 games last season. He is set to play a big role in the interior of the offensive line, and the team says they feel no need to rush his return.

JULY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jags add 'intangibly rich' players like Travis Hunter in the NFL draft to 'level up the ecosystem'

New Jacksonville Jaguars general manager James Gladstone spent two months dropping big words and interesting catchphrases

APRIL 26, 2025 • Associated Press

New-look Jaguars alter approach to the NFL draft in hopes of finding 'intangibly rich' players

With a new general manager and a new head coach, the Jacksonville Jaguars are taking a new approach to the NFL draft

APRIL 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Ravens trade proposal adds $14 million guard as Patrick Mekari replacement | Sporting News Canada The Baltimore Ravens could use some more help on the offensive line. They could swing a trade for a former first-round pick to play guard.

MARCH 26, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Veteran backup offensive lineman Fred Johnson is signing a 1-year deal with the Jaguars

Veteran offensive lineman Fred Johnson is signing a one-year contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars

MARCH 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Proposed Ravens free agent move adds projected $8M guard to replace Patrick Mekari | Sporting News Canada The Baltimore Ravens lost Patrick Mekari to the Jacksonville Jaguars in free agency. They could add a veteran with starting experience to fi...

MARCH 19, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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