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Matt Jones had one catch for no gain, and Reggie Williams didn’t have any touches. Sharon continues to pull away as the Jags’ third WR.

The second-year player is battling to make the Jaguars’ roster at receiver.

Coaches like to play games with early depth charts, but Williams is clearly in the doghouse. Matt Jones was behind Ernest Wilford on the other side. There is at least a chance Williams won’t make the team; we would take him off draft boards for now.

He’s unlikely to stay there, but this shows that Jacksonville is serious about giving Sharon an opportunity. Dennis Northcutt will play the slot with Sharon, Ernest Wilford, Reggie Williams, Matt Jones, and Mike Walker all battling for roles outside. “We’re going to let the most productive guys emerge and play,” head coach Jack Del Rio says.

The second-year receiver from Bowling Green needs to stay out of trouble off the field, but could earn valuable playing time if Reggie Williams and Matt Jones continue to disappoint.

He hopes to return to action this weekend but the injury comes at a bad time for Sharon, who is in a highly competitive position battle. Receivers Matt Jones, Reggie Williams, Dennis Northcutt, Ernest Wilford, and rookies Mike Walker and John Broussard have the opportunity to showcase themselves in the scrimmage.

The loser is expected to go on the practice squad. Sharon ran as a starter in minicamps, then a third receiver throughout training camp, but it was apparently a motivational tactic aimed at Matt Jones and Reggie Williams.

The two younger players may be fighting for the final roster spot. After a shaky camp in which Jack Del Rio was apparently testing him, it looks like Williams will make the team. He’s still a backup; You don’t want to go near him in fantasy leagues.

Charles Sharon was a favorite of David Garrard, finishing with four grabs for 51 yards. Rookie John Broussard chipped in 40 yards on three receptions. Williams had a false start and caught just 60 percent of his targets, so it wasn’t a great night, but he appears to be Jacksonville’s fourth receiver.

At one point this preseason Sharon was considered the Jags’ third WR, but he ultimately lost out to John Broussard. The Jaguars hope he will clear waivers and can be put on the practice squad.