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Jaguars rookie WR Laviska Shenault Jr. is evolving as the season moves forward

Jaguars rookie receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. is becoming more than simply a get-it-to player for Jacksonville. Drafted in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft, his calling card has been well documented, he’s a playmaker, who happens to play wide receiver. Now, it appears, he’s taking the next step in an NFL offense.

On Sunday, Shenault’s receiving prowess was put on full display as he was able to haul in five passes for 86 yards against the Cincinnati Bengals, topping his previous high this season of 37 yards in the team’s season-opener versus the Indianapolis Colts.