Rashean Mathis News: Pro Sports Daily

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December 26

Jacksonville Times-Union

"Because film study seems to be a hot-button issue this week, it's pretty obvious that Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is doing his homework. In preparation for Sunday's game between New England and Jacksonville, Brady spent time this week breaking down several components of the Jaguars' defense, especially cornerback Rashean Mathis and new coordinator Mel Tucker. Brady was effusive in his praise of Mathis, calling the interception he made in the Jaguars' win over the New York Jets "incredible." "The guy ran a flag route on him, [Jets quarterback Mark] Sanchez rolled to the left. He was open by about five yards," Brady said. "Sanchez laid it up, and [Mathis] caught up and looked it in over ..."

CB Mathis is aching to play against Colts

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December 16

Jacksonville Times-Union

"Jaguars cornerback Rashean Mathis, who has missed the past four games with a groin injury, remained limited in practice Tuesday, but he said he feels better than he did last week and hopes to against the Indianapolis Colts on Thursday. Mathis said he'll probably find out in the pregame warmups if he's able to go. Coach Jack Del Rio said the Jaguars will probably list Mathis as questionable on the injury report today. Mathis said he's about 90 percent. "I felt good today," Mathis said. "I can't say I've been full speed, but I feel way better than I did last Friday. Nobody is ever 100 percent. You can play in the 90s." If Mathis does play, the Jaguars have to decide whether to put him on ..."

3 more Jaguars doubtful

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December 13

Miami Herald

"Already expecting a thin crowd Sunday, Jacksonville might need to trim its anticipated attendance by three more. The Jaguars are likely to be without three key starters. Defensive tackle John Henderson (shoulder), wide receiver Mike Sims-Walker (calf) and cornerback Rashean Mathis (groin) were each listed as doubtful on the team's final injury report released after Friday's practice. By NFL standards, that means they have only a 25 percent chance of playing in a critical game for the AFC's wild-card picture. On offense, Sims-Walker leads the team in catches (52) and yards (752). Torry Holt, who has 590 yards on 44 catches, will need to play a bigger role Sunday. Rookie wide receiver Mike ..."

Jags likely to be without Sims-Walker, Mathis, Henderson for Dolphins game

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December 12

Jacksonville Times-Union

"Count on the Jaguars playing Sunday's game against the Dolphins without cornerback Rashean Mathis, defensive tackle John Henderson and receiver Mike Sims-Walker. All three are listed as doubtful on the club's latest injury report. "We're gonna do the best we can do with the players we have available," Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio said. Mathis will likely be sidelined with a groin injury, while a shoulder ailment and a strained calf are likely to keep Henderson and Sims-Walker out of action. Mathis practiced Friday in a limited capacity, but the staff doesn't want to risk further injury to the strained groin that has kept the cornerback out of action the past three games."

Jaguars' veterans know what's at stake

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December 11

Jacksonville Times-Union

"Wide receiver Torry Holt, who has played in two Super Bowls, is no stranger to the kind of big game the Jaguars will play Sunday. "It's win-or-go-home, the NBA slogan, that's where we are right now," Holt said of Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins. If the 7-5 Jaguars win, they can earn a playoff berth if they beat Cleveland in the finale, as long as the Jets and Ravens don't run the table. By contrast, if the 6-6 Dolphins are able to win Sunday, they can eliminate the Jaguars by winning their last three games. "They control their own destiny just like we do. This is a playoff game for both teams. It'll be entertaining for the fans. I think it's good for the league," Holt said. Holt ..."

Jaguars' Mathis won't return against Texans

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December 3

Jacksonville Times-Union

"Rashean Mathis says his groin injury is improving, but that won't stop him from missing his third consecutive game Sunday when the Jaguars host the Houston Texans. Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio reiterated Wednesday what he'd said the day before on his radio show: that Mathis would be unavailable. "He will not play this weekend. There's no sense in dragging that out," Del Rio said. "He's just not ready to go yet. We'll take another peek and hope for next week." Mathis began running earlier in the week, and says he's further along in recovery than the training staff and coaches thought he'd be. Still he's not ready. "I know my body. I know what it takes to play on Sunday," Mathis ..."

Jaguars to be without Rashean Mathis again

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December 3

Jacksonville Times-Union

"Rashean Mathis said his groin injury is improving, but that won't stop him from missing his third consecutive game Sunday, when the Jaguars play host to the Houston Texans. Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio reiterated Wednesday what he'd said the day before on his radio show: Mathis would be unavailable "He will not play this weekend. There's no sense in dragging that out," Del Rio said. "He's just not ready to go yet. We'll take another peek and hope for next week." Mathis began running earlier in the week, and said he's further along in recovery than the training staff and coaches thought he'd be. Still, he's not ready. "I know my body. I know what it takes to play on Sunday," Mathis said. ..."

Jaguars just keep punching

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November 23

Jacksonville Times-Union

columnist Gene Frenette

"Here's just one example of why you can glance at the NFL standings today, ?see a mostly rebuilding Jaguars franchise actually leading the AFC wild-card? race going into Thanksgiving, and wonder how this could possibly happen:? Tyron Brackenridge refused to let Terrell Owens become his Daddy. Brackenridge, as anonymous as so many newcomers to this roster, experienced ?his worst nightmare while making only his second career start Sunday against?the Buffalo Bills.? The flamboyant T.O. ran by him for a 98-yard touchdown catch in the third? quarter, preening for the camera en route to the end zone. It put Buffalo ?ahead 15-10, completely flipping the momentum in the Bills' favor. So it was ..."

CB Mathis to miss Buffalo game

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November 19

Jacksonville Times-Union

"Scratch cornerback Rashean Mathis from the Jaguars' list of defensive starters for Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills. Coach Jack Del Rio ruled Mathis out because of a groin injury the cornerback suffered last week in the fourth quarter against the Jets. The Jaguars could also be without linebacker Justin Durant, who missed practice Wednesday with a head injury. Mathis underwent an MRI exam Monday. Apparently, the results weren't satisfactory enough to keep him in the lineup. "He won't play this week," Del Rio said. "It could be a little while. With Rashean, he's proven over time to kind of beat the prognosis. Some guys just heal quickly, and Rashean's been that kind of guy for us." ..."

Jaguars' Mathis injures left index finger

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October 20

Jacksonville Times-Union

"Jaguars cornerback Rashean Mathis, who has struggled with injury problems the last two seasons, has had another setback. Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio said Monday that Mathis suffered a injury to his left index finger that might require surgery during Sunday's 23-20 overtime victory over the St. Louis Rams. Mathis finished the game. "There's potential there for an issue with his finger,'' Del Rio said. "We'll know more as we get into this.'' When Del Rio was asked if Mathis could play with a wrap on it, the coach said, "That's yet to be determined. It won't be a season-ending [injury]. What needs to be done if something needs to be done, what ends up being done, there'll be time for all that ..."

Full speed ahead

May 29

Jacksonville Times-Union

"Rashean Mathis' first visit to the Pro Bowl two years ago was a highlight of his career. Unfortunately, it also included a lowlight that hindered his bid to return to Hawaii last year. That's because the Jaguars' cornerback severely pulled a quad muscle while running the 40-yard dash in a promotional event... The injury not only knocked Mathis out of the Pro Bowl, but it lingered throughout the offseason. A year ago at this time, Mathis was watching organized team activities, and, at training camp, he was cautious because he didn't want to aggravate the injury. But at this year's OTAs, Mathis is going full speed."