Fantasy managers hoping for big performances from Jacksonville Jaguars wide receivers Brian Thomas Jr. and Jakobi Meyers against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 5 have been disappointed so far.
With the Eagles leading 14-7 midway through the second quarter of the London game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Meyers had one catch for 18 yards on one target, while Thomas had yet to record a reception.
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Brian Thomas Jr.
Thomas had a breakout rookie season in 2024, finishing with 87 catches for 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns. But his 2026 campaign has been far less impressive.
Through four games, Thomas had nine receptions for 105 yards and one touchdown. His limited involvement in Jacksonville's passing game has frustrated fantasy managers who expected him to be a reliable weekly starter.
Jakobi Meyers
Meyers has been more productive than Thomas this season, recording 13 catches for 165 yards and two touchdowns through four games.
He had his best performance against New England, finishing with seven receptions for 64 yards and a touchdown. However, his production has been inconsistent, leaving fantasy managers waiting for a bigger performance against Philadelphia.
Injury concerns
{{/usCountry}}He had his best performance against New England, finishing with seven receptions for 64 yards and a touchdown. However, his production has been inconsistent, leaving fantasy managers waiting for a bigger performance against Philadelphia.
Injury concerns
{{/usCountry}}Thomas had dealt with a shoulder issue, while Meyers had a thumb concern earlier in the season. Neither player had a Week 5 injury designation, and both were confirmed active for the game.
Fantasy managers voice their frustration
Their slow start sparked frustration among fantasy managers on social media.
One fan joked, “Brian Thomas Jr just out there doing cardio.”
Another expressed disappointment, asking whether Thomas was even playing football.
A third urged the Jaguars to get both receivers involved, writing, “Need jakobi meyers and brian thomas jr to get involved asap.”