Jaguars WR Parker Washington: Breakout Star Takes No. 9 Spot
Jaguars WR Parker Washington: Breakout Star Takes No. 9 Spot
The Jacksonville Jaguars' fourth-year receiver is set to take on the most important role of his career in 2026.John Shipley|
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Jacksonville JaguarsJACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars saw Parker Washington become a bonafide rising star in 2025, with Washington taking a mid-season promotion and running with it to lead the team in receiving.
Entering 2026, Washington's role is set to be even larger as he is set to be a Week 1 starter for the first time in his career. That, among other reasons, is why Washington comes in at No. 9 on our rankings of the 25-most important Jaguars entering this fall.
Why Parker Washington is So Important
Without Washington's emergence last season, there would have been no elevation of the Jaguars' passing game. Washington has always been a good player for the Jaguars who has flashed when given the chance, and last year he showed he can do more than that when a larger load is put on his plate on the offensive side of the ball.
That does not even mention his special teams ability, with Hunter proving to be one of the NFL's best returners a year ago. He was one of just four players in NFL history to have 750-plus receiving yards (847) and multiple punt return touchdowns (two) in a single season, joining WRs DeSean Jackson (2009), Troy Brown (2001) and Steve Smith Sr. in (2002)
Parker Washington's Strengths and Weaknesses
When talking about the strengths of Washington's game, the list is ... long. Washington has shown the ability to win at the catch point. PFF ranked Washington as the third-best contested catch receiver in the entire NFL last year after he caught 65.5% of his 29 contested targets last year, with four coming down for touchdowns. This was the best win rate of any player to receiver 20-plus contested targets last year.
That does not even go to mention Washington's ability to win as a route-runner and after the catch. He has consistently proven the ability to create seperation from the slot or on the outside, as well as the ability to force broken and missed tackles thanks to his explosiveness, contact balance, and strength as a ball-carrier.
If there is an area Washington can improve, it would be when the Jaguars give him designed touches such as screens and jet sweeps, an area Liam Coen discussed earlier this offseason.
"I think activating him a little bit, continuing to work on the ball in hand stuff that he can do at a high level because of the way he's built and wired, the screen game, continuing to work on those things, the jet sweeps, getting him the ball in some of those ways, and then the complete route tree of slot, outside, being able to do all those things. I think that's a step he can take," Coen said.
What Happens if the Jaguars Need to Replace Parker Washington
If the Jaguars need to replace Parker Washington at any time in the year due to injuries, they do have options. One of those options, of course, is last year's No. 2 pick Travis Hunter. Hunter is set to play a significant role on defense this year, but he was the one manning the starting slot receiver spot last year before his injury pushed Washington into the lineup. While the dynamic has shifted since then, Hunter is a dangerous receiver who could see his offensive role increase if they need to replace Washington.
With the way the Jaguars have invested at tight end, the Jaguars could also lean into more 12 and 13 formation looks to offset the loss of their star slot receiver if it comes to it. Jakobi Meyers has also shown the ability to play in the slot, while CJ Williams could likely do some of the things the Jaguars look for in that role.
Why We Ranked Parker Washington Here
Washington proved to be one of the most dynamic and explosive players on the Jaguars' entire roster last season, and there is no reason to believe that will change entering a big contract year. Washington has made big plays throughout his entire career when given the chance, but the fact that he produced at such a high-level when given the largest role of his career yet indicates that the best has yet to come for Washington.
With his ability to play outside and in the slot, win with the ball in his hands and at the catch point, in the middle of the field and as a vertical threat, it is hard to think of what Washington can't do. Add in his punt return ability, and Washington has a complete skill-set that should be fully realized this season.
Published Jun 22, 2026
JOHN SHIPLEYJohn Shipley has been covering the Jacksonville Jaguars as a beat reporter and publisher of Jaguar Report since 2019. Previously, he covered UCF's undefeated season as a beat reporter for NSM.Today, covered high school prep sports in Central Florida, and covered local sports and news for the Palatka Daily News. Follow John Shipley on Twitter at @_john_shipley.
Follow _john_shipleyBadenoch blasts 'moaning' female Labour MPs over Burnham jobs 'quota'
Kemi Badenoch has told Labour women to earn a job in Andy Burnham's Cabinet instead of demanding they are handed jobs because of their gender.
The Tory leader lashed out today amid reports that female MPs are demanding the de-facto new prime minister introduce a 50:50 gender split 'quota' in his government.
Amid reports that former foreign secretary David Miliband is being lined up to return to the role, possibly with his brother Ed as Chancellor, one female minister also complained that Burnham could not have 'more Milibands than women' in the top posts.
But in a scathing article in the Times today Mrs Badenoch told them to 'stop moaning' and get chosen on merit instead of retreating into 'more of the failed identity politics that is holding back our country'.
'There are many, many reasons why you shouldn't have any Milibands in the cabinet,' she said.
'But complaining that the boys haven't given them the right jobs or that the boys are taking all the jobs, just shows that Labour's women still don't get it.'
The idea of quotas was also attacked by Baroness Jacqui Smith, Labour's Skills Minister.
Asked by Times Radio if Mr Burnham should reserve jobs for women, she said: 'No, I think what Andy Burnham should be doing is building the very best team around him to change this country.'
A letter written by the Women's Parliamentary Labour Party has called on Mr Burnham to ensure a 50:50 split between men and women in government jobs
Amid reports that former foreign secretary David Miliband (above, right, in 2010) is being lined up to return to the role, possibly with his brother Ed as Chancellor, one female minister complained that Burnham could not have 'more Milibands than women' in the top posts
But Mrs Badenoch told them to pipe down and get chosen on merit instead of retreating into 'more of the failed identity politics that is holding back our country'
A letter written by the Women's Parliamentary Labour Party and seen by the BBC has called on Mr Burnham to ensure a 50:50 split between men and women in government jobs after he succeeds Sir Keir Starmer.
'We are asking you to demonstrate this change from day one and address the toxicity and misogyny within our own party and government,' it said.
Labour has never had a female leader, while the Conservatives have had three, and Mrs Badenoch urged the government to follow its meritocratic example.
'If you run a meritocracy, then you do not have to worry about jobs for the boys,' she wrote.
'Every woman who is a Conservative MP, every woman who has ever won the leadership, has had to fight to get where she is.
'By contrast, Labour women are demanding guarantees from Burnham. But the truth is he doesn't have to give any guarantees.
'If none of Labour's women are prepared to get their hands dirty and challenge him for the leadership, their demands are toothless.'
'In fact, it's quite revealing that the women's parliamentary Labour Party has written to Burnham asking him to commit himself to at least 50 per cent female ministers.
'This has nothing to do with meritocracy. It is yet more of the failed identity politics that is holding back our country.'
Venezuela Fury and Noah Price subsidising their life by livestreaming
Venezuela Fury and her husband Noah Price look to be making their own way in the world by raking it in from their lucrative social media accounts.
The influencer daughter of Tyson and Paris Fury, 16, has become an internet sensation after tying the knot with her husband Noah, 19, earlier this year.
Since getting married and moving in together the couple have been earning thousands of pounds a month, livestreaming their life as newlyweds in their static caravan in the East Riding of Yorkshire.
And fans can't get enough of their regular life updates on TikTok and Kick, which have proved to be very profitable for the pair.
They look to be supporting themselves after Noah denied that he was given £5million by Venezuela's family as a wedding gift.
Despite his wife's huge family wealth, an estimated combined £160 million, Noah recently told his Kick followers that he 'pays for everything' for the couple.
Making light of the claims about Venezuela's millionaire financial status, Noah said: 'I actually pay for everything unfortunately. You'd expect the millionaire to pay for it wouldn't you.'
Venezuela Fury and Noah Price are earning thousands livestreaming their caravan life - after her new groom insisted he pays all the bills and denied he had £5m handout from her dad
The influencer daughter of Tyson and Paris Fury , 16, has become an internet sensation after tying the knot with her husband Noah, 19, earlier this year
Venezuela then asked their fans: 'Do you think I am a millionaire?'
Noah joked: 'She isn't a secret millionaire guys', before she broke into song and sang: 'But I live like a millionaire!'
But it seems according to estimated calculations from their social media work, Noah and Venezuela can more than afford to support themselves.
Noah has been livestreaming on platforms such as Kick and TikTok, where viewers can send paid gifts or donations.
He was previously encouraging viewers to send gifts on his honeymoon during livestreams, suggesting this is one revenue stream.
Both Noah and Venezuela have built substantial followings on Instagram and TikTok. They can potentially earn money through sponsored posts, brand collaborations, affiliate links and creator payouts.
Kick allows its creators to take home 95 per cent of the £4.99 subscription cost that fans pay.
Streamers keep 100 per cent of direct tips and donations, minus minor standard payment processing fees.
It is unclear how many subscribers Noah currently has because this information is hidden, but he does have 7,200 followers which is publicly viewable.
An industry insider has suggested Noah is making around £400 per video on TikTok, while Venezuela is likely to make £2,000 due to her following count of 1.3 million.
An industry insider has suggested Noah is making around £400 per video on TikTok, while Venezuela is likely to make £2,000 due to her following count of 1.3 million
In one video on their honeymoon, Noah asked his followers if they'd give them some more gifts now that they were married.
In a TikTok live viewed by 20,000 he said: 'Keep liking our videos people, keep sending gifts.'
After saying thank you to several of his followers he joked they should stick around on the livestream and 'watch Venezuela punch me in the mouth'.
The other half of the honeymooning couple said: 'I am, honestly!'
Noah previously confirmed that the pair don't share their finances after they were asked whether they have a shared bank account.
'She earns her money, I earn mine,' said Noah, as Venezuela joked: 'Yeah, what you gonna do about it.'
Noah went on to debunk the rumour that Tyson gave him £5million when he tied the knot with his daughter as he insisted: 'No Tyson did not give me £5million'.
Meanwhile Venezuela is being eyed up by executives for a fly on the wall TV series.
Noah went on to debunk the rumour that Tyson gave him £5million when he tied the knot with his daughter as he insisted: 'No Tyson did not give me £5million'
Boasting 1.3 million TikTok followers, Venezuela is already entertaining fans with her honest musings and candid moments, from cooking to kitting out her and Noah's static caravan home.
And following the success of the Netflix series At Home With The Furys, it is no wonder bosses are wanting to draw on the Fury popularity.
A TV insider said: 'The couple are not A-list celebrities but everyone has become obsessed with their love story.
'People are genuinely intrigued by them. Whether it’s the fact they have married so young, Venezuela’s famous family or their gypsy lifestyle, they have the ‘X factor'.
'Several TV executives think a proper fly-on-the-wall series following their lives as newlyweds in the gypsy community would be fascinating,' they told The Sun.
It is thought Netflix would be likely to produce the series due to their already established relationship with the Furys.
Venezuela's representatives told The Daily Mail: 'We have many offers on the table regarding Venezuela which we are discussing.'
