Jaguars' Patrick Mekari (back) ruled out vs. Denver Broncos

Jacksonville Jaguars right guard Patrick Mekari has been downgraded to out in the game against the Denver Broncos .

Mekari was blown by Malcolm Roach for a sack in the first half and remained on the ground after the play.

He was assisted to the locker room with a back injury and was questionable to return, per the television broadcast. But he's since been ruled out of the contest.

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Mekari was replaced by Walker Little , who was benched in favor of Cole Van Lanen at left tackle.

Reserve linemen Chuma Egodga is inactive for the game so the team opted for Little to replace Mekari. The Jaguars also have rookie Wyatt Milum who could step up at guard if need be.

This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Jaguars' Patrick Mekari ruled out vs. Denver Broncos