Jan 3, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers (17) passes the ball while Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end K'Lavon Chaisson (45) defends in the first half at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end K’Lavon Chaisson is showing growth.
Even though Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end K’Lavon Chaisson struggled early in the 2020 season, he made strides throughout the year and was able to generate pressure upfront in the second half of the season.
Chaisson was always going to be under scrutiny for two reasons. The fact the ‘Jags’ traded defensive end Calais Campbell, and later Yannick Ngakoue in the offseason left the Jaguars’ defensive line without much talent, which in turn put additional pressure on the rookie defensive end to perform.