# Jacksonville Jaguars and Cleveland Browns Week 1 matchup > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/jacksonville-jaguars-and-cleveland-browns-week-1-matchup > Updated: 2026-09-11T13:04:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 3. The Jacksonville Jaguars and Cleveland Browns are preparing for their Week 1 NFL matchup at EverBank Stadium. Initial reports focused on roster finalization, including the integration of several 2026 draft picks and undrafted free agents for the Jaguars, and the addition of veteran running back Jaleel McLaughlin to the Browns’ practice squad. As the game approaches, the focus has shifted to injury updates and coaching changes. For the Jaguars, offensive tackle Cole Van Lanen has no injury designation and is expected to be active, though head coach Liam Coen noted he remains a “game-time decision” regarding a starting role. Running back LeQuint Allen Jr. has also shown progress, moving from no practice to limited participation following a soft tissue injury. On the Cleveland side, the team enters a rebuilding phase under new coach Todd Monken. The matchup will also mark the return of Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson. Due to ongoing $1.4 billion renovations at EverBank Stadium, the game will be played before a reduced-capacity crowd of 45,000. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars prepare for Week 1 matchup The Jacksonville Jaguars face the Cleveland Browns in Week 1, with attention focused on Browns pass-rusher Jared Verse and Cleveland's explosive skill player group. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cleveland-browns-and-jacksonville-jaguars-prepare-for-week-1-matchup ### 2026-09-10: Jacksonville Jaguars prepare for season opener against Cleveland Browns The Jacksonville Jaguars prepare to face the Cleveland Browns in their season opener at EverBank Stadium, with positive injury updates for offensive tackle Cole Van Lanen and running back LeQuint Allen Jr. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jacksonville-jaguars-prepare-for-season-opener-against-cleveland-browns ### 2026-09-05: Jacksonville Jaguars and Cleveland Browns prepare for Week 1 matchup As the Jaguars and Browns prepare for their Week 1 matchup, both teams are integrating new talent, including Jaguars rookies like Nate Boerkircher and Browns practice squad addition Jaleel McLaughlin. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jacksonville-jaguars-and-cleveland-browns-prepare-for-week-1-matchup --- Cite as: Jacksonville Jaguars and Cleveland Browns Week 1 matchup. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/jacksonville-jaguars-and-cleveland-browns-week-1-matchup