Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Colts game day fan guide: Jags will unveil throwback uniforms

It's Throwback Day at EverBank Stadium.

Perhaps the 2024 version of the Jacksonville Jaguars (0-4) can draw on the vibes the team had during its glory years from 1996-1999.

The Jaguars play host to the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday (CBS, 1 p.m.) trying to break their own losing streak and add to an eight-game winning streak over the Colts in Jacksonville (and a nine-game home streak overall, counting a 2016 game in London).

The day is going to be a history lesson of the early days of the franchise, starting with the throwback "prowling" uniforms the team will wear.

Then at halftime, the architect of four playoff seasons in a row, twice coming a game away from the Super Bowl, will join other legends in the Pride of the Jaguars. Tom Coughlin, the team's first coach, will be enter the Pride along with four players he coached, Tony Boselli, Fred Taylor, Mark Brunell and Jimmy Smith, plus the first owner, Wayne Weaver , and his wife Delores.

There are also 85 past members of the Jaguars scheduled to attend the game.

Perhaps a little history can rub off.

Jaguars fans can stay cool

To help beat the heat, fans are allowed to bring in one commercially branded, factory-sealed, plastic, 16.9 oz. or less size bottle of water per ticket holder is permitted. Refillable bottled water stations can be found at all water fountains throughout the stadium and complimentary cups and ice are also available at all guest services booths to use at stadium water fountains.

The South End Zone and Daily’s Place can provide shaded space with concessions and seating. Fans resting in Daily’s Place can follow the game in real time on the big screen.

Uniform colors

The Jaguars will wear their "prowler" throwback jersey for the first time. The name stems from the running Jaguar on the sleeves of the jerseys, with the pants featuring a teal stripe with gold and black piping. The helmets have the original Jaguars logo on the side used by the team in the inaugural season from 1995 to 2013.

Free posters available

Fans attending home Jaguars games at EverBank Stadium can get complimentary limited-edition game day posters from Florida artists in the Fan Entertainment Zone before kick off. Each artist selected will be on hand to meet fans and sign their work which is created specifically with the game theme or Jaguars opponent in mind.

This week’s poster comes from local artist, Tim Stacey. “Trevor Lawrence: Throwback.”  It will be available to the first 300 fans in the Entertainment Zone.

Jaguars Pride members will be dressed to impress

Coughlin's entry into the Pride will start a new feature. All Pride members will receive a Jaguars Pride teal jacket, designed by Charlotte-based design house, Evolution of Style. The Italian merino wool teal blazer is embroidered with the new Pride of the Jaguars logo on the breast pocket and “DUUUVAL” in the interior collar. The jackets are customized to the Pride member with a custom photo collage of their Jaguars career in gold and white satin.

Jaguars urge fans to arrive early

With the ongoing construction within the sports complex footprint, the Jaguars are encouraging fans to arrive as early as possible. Stadium parking lots will open at xx p.m.

Traffic patterns will be impacted and fans should have their mobile parking passes and tickets downloaded and saved prior to arrival so they can be easily scanned.

Game Day Patriotism

• The National Anthem will be performed by Leah Rae Yawn, a country music artist and songwriter who has previously sung the National Anthem at NFL, NBA and Premier League matches. The new Jacksonville resident has also appeared on televised singing contests including NBC’s “The Singing Bee” and was a finalist on “Destination Stardom.”
• The Anthem will be interpreted for the hearing impaired by Ashlyn Jackson, a senior at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind.
• The Colors will be presented by members of the U.S. Army Fort Stewart Color Guard.
• The American flags will be held by Jaguars Day One Season Ticket Members.
• Boatswain’s Mate Chief Petty Officer Adrian McClinton will be honored as the Bell Ringer. McClinton currently serves onboard Southeast Region Maintenance Center (SERMC) as Boat Shop Leading Chief Petty Officer. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 2004 and has completed eight deployments over his 20 years of service.
• The Veteran of the Game is retired Lt. Col. Reid Crawshaw. Crawshaw spent more than 20 years serving as a U.S. Air Force officer before retiring in 1982. He specialized as a command pilot in C-130 missions in more than 30 countries and territories, including 10 campaigns in Vietnam.

Jimmy Smith does the first 'Duuuval'

Jaguars Pride member Jimmy Smith will deliver the first 'Duuuval." Smith was the team's leading receiver in seven seasons and is a five-time Pro Bowl player. He was voted No. 3 on the Jaguars All-25.

Game Day timeline

9 a.m. — Stadium parking lots open; game day ticket office opens, North End Zone between Gates 2 and 3); Miller Electric Center opens for team store.

10 a.m. — Gates 1 South and 4 South open; Fan Entertainment Zone opens (South End Zone between Gates 1 and 4).

11 a.m. — All stadium gates and areas open

12:49 p.m. — Jaxson de Ville jump

12:50 p.m. — D-Line performance; The Roar of the Jaguars performance.

12:53 p.m. — Jaguars defense introduced.

12:57 p.m. — National Anthem.

1 p.m. — First "Duuuval!"

1:02 p.m. — Kickoff.

Halftime — Tom Coughlin inducted into the Pride of the Jaguars.

More reminders for fans

• Clear bag policy: The NFL’s clear bag policy is in effect at EverBank Stadium.  Fans are encouraged to leave all bags at home but if one is necessary, it should be either a 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.
• Hydrate: Fans are permitted to bring one, commercially branded, factory-sealed, plastic bottle that is 16.9 oz. or less. A Cooling Bus will be available at Ramp 4 and Ramp 2 with water coolers nearby.
• Cashless Transactions: Cash is no longer 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 JagsPay, Apple, Google and Samsung Pay.
• Tobacco-free: EverBank Stadium is a tobacco-free facility. All tobacco products (including e-cigarettes) are prohibited. No guest re-entry will be permitted.

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