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Jaguars vs. Texans: Game day fan guide to parking, traffic, pregame and ingame activities
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The Jacksonville Jaguars return home for week three against the Houston Texans (1 p.m., CBS) on Sept. 21, a game that should result in a full stadium and perhaps a bit more passion from Jaguars fans.
It's the first time the Jags (1-1) have hosted the Texans (0-2) since Dec. 1, 2024, when quarterback Trevor Lawrence was knocked out for the season on a late hit by Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair . Although players on both teams are downplaying the significance of the incident, fans may have longer memories.
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The gameday theme will be Jacksonville 's Hispanic Heritage.
Given the changes in parking lots and entry to the stadium because of ongoing construction on the Stadium of the Future , plus heavier traffic, the Jaguars are advising fans to arrive early and exhibit patience.
A Jacksonville Jaguars fan holds up a sign during the first quarter of an NFL football matchup at EverBank Stadium, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025 in Jacksonville, Fla. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
To help, stadium lots will open at 9 a.m., the Gate 4 "Super Gate" opens at 10 a.m. and all other gates and stadium areas will open at 11 a.m.
The Jaguars advise fans that closures on the northbound side of the Main Street Bridge will impact traffic and fans should seek an alternate route.
Mobile parking passes should be downloaded and saved before arriving.
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Jaguars fans should prepare for the heat
Game day temperatures will be in the mid-80s and the Jaguars are helping fans cope with the heat.
Each fan can bring two commercially branded, factory-sealed, plastic bottles of water (16.9 oz. or less) into the stadium. Refillable bottled water stations can be found at all water fountains throughout the stadium.
Complimentary cups are also available at all guest services booths to use at stadium water fountains.
JTA cooling buses are available at Gate 4 with nearby water coolers for relief.
The South End Zone and Daily's Place provide shaded space with concessions and seating. Fans resting in Daily's Place can follow the game on the big screen.
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Should assistance be needed, guests should alert the nearest Guest Services Team member or visit a Guest Services booth situated in the following locations: Main Concourse, North end zone, Section 123, southeast corner, Section 144 and southwest corner, Section 102. Upper Concourse, west upper deck, section 410 and east upper deck, Section 436. Gallagher Club East & West, ground level, outside the elevator on the upper and lower levels.
Navigating around EverBank Stadium
Guests in general admission seating should access the main concourse for full 360-degree circulation around the stadium because the plaza level is no longer continuous from gate to gate. Some gate entries have been adjusted so ticket holders should review the recommended gate entry on their mobile ticket for each game to access the most direct route to a seat location. Guests should exit at the gate closest to their transportation.
Members of the ROAR of the Jaguars perform during the fourth quarter of an NFL football matchup at EverBank Stadium, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025 in Jacksonville, Fla. The Jaguars defeated the Panthers 26-10. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
Mobility assistance will be offered to those who request it near each stadium entry gate. Signage and Guest Services will be available to guide ticket holders. Teal golf carts will be traveling around the stadium to pick up fans in Lots S, X, Z, the Fairgrounds and Metropolitan Park.
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Fans can stay up to date on the Stadium of the Future by visiting jaguars.com/stadiumofthefuture .
Uniform combination: Jaguars prowling
The Jaguars will be wearing their throwback uniforms with the "Prowling Jaguar" on the shoulder. It will be the first of four games wearing the uniforms, with three of them against AFC South opponents.
The Jaguars will be wearing their throwback jerseys with the "Prowling Jaguar" on Sept. 21 vs. the Houston Texans, the first of four home games with that uniform scheme.
The next time the throwbacks will be worn will be the Monday Night game on Oct. 6 against Kansas City, followed by Dec. 7 vs. Indianapolis and the Week 18 home game against Tennessee , at a date yet to be determined (either Jan. 3 or 4).
Fan Entertainment Zone
Located on the southwest plaza level adjacent to Daily's Place, the Fan Entertainment Zone (FEZ), in partnership with Wolfson's Children's, has more than 20 activations to explore. Due to Stadium of the Future construction and limited plaza access, fans can experience the activities by entering the stadium only through Gates 4 and 7 or via the main concourse level to the escalators near the Bud Light Zone to the plaza level beginning three hours prior to each home game.
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Jaguars fans can get free posters
The first 300 fans at the Duuuval Designs Space in the Fan Entertainment Center can get free limited-edition game day posters from Florida artists.
This week's poster comes from Jacksonville-based artist Farrah Milan. The poster depicts a Jaguar paw lifting a teal curtain unveiling Lawrence, defensive end Josh Hines-Allen and wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter .
First 'Duuuval'
The first "Duuuval!" will be made by Victor Cora , the Jaguars color analyst on the Tico Sports Radio Network. A U.S. Navy veteran, Cora has lived in Jacksonville since 1980 and has been active in the Northeast Florida Hispanic community, creating Spanish-language radio content and assisting in local causes. He is a director in the Mayo Clinic Alzheimer's Disease Research Center.
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Community champion of the game
The Jaguars will honor Darryl Crawford during the third quarter. He became a Red Cross volunteer in 2023 and has deployed five times to help communities hit by natural disasters, including wildfires, hurricanes and storms that have hit Northeast Florida.
Game day Patriotism
The National Anthem will be performed by Helen Blondel, a Florida-based singer with roots in Panama. Anthony Pletenets, a student at the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind, will interpret the Anthem for the hearing impaired.
The Colors will be presented by members of the Naval Air Station Jacksonville Honor Support Team.
High school football players from Raines and Mandarin High Schools displayed the large American Flags on the field ahead of the start of Saturday's Jaguar game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Jacksonville Jaguars hosted the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at EverBank Stadium for the Jaguars second preseason game of the season Saturday, August 17, 2024. [Bob Self/Florida Times-Union]
Lt. Wayne D. Rickerson Jr., will be the Bell Ringer of the game. He is a Jacksonville native, graduated from Westside High School and is a Fire Contorl Technician in the Navy. He currently serves as the Weapons Officer at Submarine Readiness Squadron 36 at Kings Bay.
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Petty Officer Jose Sandoval will be the Veteran of the Game. He enlisted in the Navy in 1980 and served in aviation with Patrol Squadron 56. He earned two Navy Achievement Medals, the Southwest Asia Service Medal, the Navy "E" Ribbon and the Navy Good Conduct Medal for 20 years of service. After retiring in 2000 he joined the Fleet Readiness Center Southeast at NAS Jacksonville.
The flyover will be conducted by the U.S. Coast Guard Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron, based at Cecil Field.
Jaguars fan reminders
Clear bag policy:The NFL's clear bag policy is in effect at EverBank Stadium. Fans can bring only one clear bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12" or a non-clear bag no larger than 4.5" x 6.5." Non-clear belt bags and fanny packs are prohibited.
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Mobile ticketing and parking:Fans should have their mobile tickets and parking downloaded and ready to scan before arriving at parking lots and stadium entry gates. To access, download the Official Jaguars Mobile App.
Umbrellas prohibited:Umbrellas are prohibited inside at the stadium.
Cashless transactions:Cash is not accepted anywhere in the stadium. In addition to traditional scan and chip options, all fixed points of sale will offer tap or scan payment options including Apple, Google and Samsung Pay.
Rideshare pick-up:Guests utilizing rideshare for transportation following the game should arrange a meeting location on the west side of the stadium on Beaver Street, near Lot Z. Guests are encouraged to exit on the west side of the stadium for the most direct route to meet rideshare drivers.
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No drones allowed:Drones are not permitted to fly anywhere over EverBank Stadium or any of its adjacent parking lots.
Jaguars-Texans game day timeline
9 a.m.: All EverBank Stadium parking lots open; game day ticket office open (North End Zone between Gates 2 and 3); Miller Electric Center team store open.
10 a.m.: Gate 4, Fan Entertainment Zone and Cool Zone opens (South End Zone near Gate 4).
11 a.m.: All stadium gates and areas open.
12:46 p.m.: First "Duuuval!"
12:49 p.m.: Roar of the Jaguars, D-Line performance.
12:53 p.m.: Jaguars team introductions.
1:02 p.m.: Kickoff.
This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Jaguars vs. Texans: Game day fan guide for pregame activities, traffic
