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NegativeRoleOct 6, 2026The Athletic Football Show

Mullens is being used as a missile/battering ram in the Ravens' offense in year two, similar to how Frankie Lufu was deployed. Brad Idzik noted that while this usage pattern may be a detriment to his long-term development as a quarterback, he is comfortable with the Ravens using Mullens however they need to in order to build the best defense possible in year two.

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NegativeProjectionSep 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mullens' best year was with the 2020 49ers, a long time ago; he has not started since January 7, 2024, and is idling on the Jaguars practice squad for the second straight year.

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NegativeUsageSep 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nick Mullens played 8 offensive snaps for the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1, recording 3 rushes for minus-3 yards.

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NegativeUsageSep 18, 2026Daily Norseman

Nick Mullens played 8 offensive snaps for the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1, recording 3 rushes for minus-3 yards, indicating a backup role.

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PositiveNewsSep 13, 2026Underdog NFL

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Lineup alert: Nick Mullens enters game in place of Trevor Lawrence on Sunday.

Lineup alert: Nick Mullens enters game in place of Trevor Lawrence on Sunday.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 13, 2026Dawgs By Nature

Veteran QB Nick Mullens was elevated to the active roster by the Jacksonville Jaguars for Week 1's game against Cleveland.

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NegativeRoleSep 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mullens started four games for the Vikings as part of the team's QB carousel following Kirk Cousins' Achilles injury in 2023.

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NegativeRoleSep 3, 2026Harris Fantasy Football Podcast

Nick Mullens is described as a player with limited talent who still managed to have some success within Kevin O'Connell's offensive system.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 2, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Quarterback Nick Mullens was cut from the Browns' 53-man roster but landed on another team's practice squad.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 2, 2026Dawgs By Nature

Former Browns QB signed to practice squad after not making 53-man roster.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Released by the Jaguars during roster reduction to 53 players.

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NegativeRoleAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jacksonville Jaguars fans surveyed were mostly uncomfortable with Nick Mullens as the backup quarterback, prompting the team to acquire Quinn Ewers at the position.

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NegativeRoleAug 30, 2026Big Cat Country

Jaguars fans surveyed expressed discomfort with Mullens as backup quarterback, with most respondents saying no to his role in that capacity; the team subsequently traded for Quinn Ewers as a replacement option.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The Jaguars released Mullens, 31, after acquiring Quinn Ewers in a trade. Mullens had joined Jacksonville in March 2025 on a two-year deal but appeared in only five games last season, completing all three of his passes for 19 yards. With Ewers and starter Trevor Lawrence on the roster, plus Carter Bradley and rookie Joey Aguilar, Mullens was expendable ahead of the 53-man roster cutdown.

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NegativeRoleAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mullens, 31, is the Jaguars' current backup quarterback and may be released to make room for Quinn Ewers; if released, Jacksonville saves $1.2 million while absorbing $1.3 million in dead cap space. Mullens appeared in parts of five games in 2025 backing up Trevor Lawrence.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The Ewers trade raises immediate questions about Nick Mullens' standing in the Jaguars quarterback room. Mullens had a reasonably strong preseason, notably completing 6 of 7 attempts for 65 yards (9.3 yards-per-reception) in Week 2 against Carolina and going 5 of 7 for 62 yards in Week 3. However, his practice performances were less consistent, with multiple days of the second team offense struggling to move the ball. The source notes that whether Mullens retains the No. 2 spot, slides to No. 3 behind Ewers, or becomes a surprise casualty of the trade will be determined when Jacksonville finalizes its 53-man roster.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Big Cat Country

The Ewers trade raises immediate questions about Nick Mullens' standing in the Jacksonville quarterback room heading into the season; Mullens had a reasonably strong preseason, notably completing 6 of his first 7 attempts for 65 yards (9.3 yards-per-reception) in Week 2 against Carolina and going 5 of 7 for 62 yards in Week 3; whether he retains the No. 2 spot, slides to No. 3 behind Ewers, or becomes a surprise casualty of the trade will be answered when Jacksonville finalizes their 53-man roster.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mullens is projected as the second-string quarterback behind Trevor Lawrence in Jacksonville and will compete with newly acquired Quinn Ewers for the backup role.

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NegativeRoleAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Backup quarterback did not flash on television in preseason Week 3, though camp reports were positive; the source expresses concern about the QB2 position, noting 'if there is another nitpick area of concern for the Jags you can make the case that it's the QB2 position' and that Mullens 'didn't exactly flash on TV,' though adds this likely won't matter if Trevor Lawrence stays healthy.

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NegativeRoleAug 29, 2026Big Cat Country

Backup quarterback did not flash on television in preseason Week 3, though camp reports were fine; the source identifies the QB2 position as 'a nitpick area of concern for the Jags' and notes 'Mullens didn't exactly flash on TV' but hopes 'if he's ever needed facing live game action, he turns to that version of himself' from camp. The source emphasizes Trevor Lawrence's health is paramount: 'This franchise goes by the way of Lawrence anyway so if Mullens, or really anybody else, is in it's probably over regardless.'

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PositiveProjectionAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Backup quarterback Nick Mullens opened the preseason game with an efficient 5-of-7 passing performance for 62 yards in the first quarter, including a 34-yard completion to Hunter Long and a key fourth-down conversion, demonstrating effective quarterback play for Jacksonville's reserves.

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PositiveProjectionAug 29, 2026Big Cat Country

Backup quarterback opened the preseason game with an efficient 5-of-7 passing performance for 62 yards in the first quarter, including a 34-yard completion to tight end Hunter Long and a key fourth-down conversion. Mullens' efficient early performance helped Jacksonville's offense establish control and set the tone for the game.

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NegativeProjectionAug 29, 2026Big Cat Country

Jaguars QB Nick Mullens earned offensive game ball honors with a 5/7 for 62 yards (8.9 avg) and 98.5 passer rating in the preseason finale; his role on the roster was never in jeopardy, but he played his two first-quarter drives like a man fighting for something, following last week's 6/7, 65-yard performance.

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PositiveProjectionAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mullens' role on the roster was never in jeopardy, but he played his two first-quarter drives like a man fighting for something. Following last week's 6/7, 65-yard performance, he finished with 5/7 for 62 yards and a 98.5 passer rating against Tampa; both drives ended with no points, but the offense showed multiple explosive plays and three total first downs prior to punting.

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NegativeRoleAug 28, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Will play QB for Tampa Bay Buccaneers in preseason Week 3 against Jacksonville; starters will be rested while roster battles continue at various depth chart positions.

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NegativeRoleAug 28, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Quarterback Nick Mullen is confirmed to play in the Buccaneers-Jaguars preseason finale, providing him an opportunity to compete for a roster or practice squad spot.

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PositiveUsageAug 26, 2026Fantasy Points Fantasy Football

Nick Mullens is used to illustrate the high-ceiling potential of the Minnesota offensive system under Kevin O'Connell, having recorded passing games of 303, 411, and 396 yards in his three starts.

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NegativeRoleAug 25, 2026Big Cat Country

Mullens' all-but-guaranteed QB2 roster spot for the Jaguars is being called into question after a poor preseason performance: 3 of 7 completions, 33 yards, 1 interception, and a 17.9 passer rating in the first week, plus a bad sack on 3rd down despite multiple receivers open. His job security is now in doubt as the team evaluates younger alternatives.

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NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026Footballguys

Mullens started against Carolina in the first quarter, leading Jacksonville to a field goal; he did nothing in the game to lose his grip on the backup job, maintaining his position despite strong performances from quarterbacks behind him.

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PositiveRoleAug 22, 2026Big Cat Country

Backup quarterback put together one solid drive in preseason Week 2 before being subbed out for Carter Bradley; combined with Joey Aguilar for just two incompletions total, significantly outperforming Bradley who had seven incompletions and one interception.

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PositiveRoleAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mullens put together one solid drive before being subbed out for Carter Bradley in the preseason Week Two game. Between Mullens and Joey Aguilar, the two quarterbacks had just two incompletions combined, contrasting sharply with Bradley's seven incompletions and an interception.

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PositiveProjectionAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mullens delivered an encouraging preseason performance in Week 2, completing 6 of 7 attempts for 65 yards (9.3 yards-per-attempt average) through the first half against the Panthers' starting defense. The source notes his improvement from Week 1 to Week 2 in early-drive efficiency was notable: zero turnovers, red-zone efficiency, and leading the offense to a quality bounce-back outcome. He found a working partnership with rookies Josh Cameron and CJ Williams, distributing the ball efficiently and giving both meaningful opportunities.

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PositiveProjectionAug 22, 2026Big Cat Country

Mullens was arguably the most encouraging story of the preseason game through the first half, completing six of his first seven attempts for 65 yards with a 9.3 yards-per-reception average; his improvement from Week 1 to Week 2 in early-drive efficiency was notable with zero turnovers, red-zone efficiency, and quality performance against much of the Panthers' starting defense, establishing a working partnership with rookies Josh Cameron and CJ Williams.

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PositiveUsageAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nick Mullens completed six of his seven passes for 65 yards on Jacksonville's opening possession, showing early promise in the preseason game. However, the Jaguars' offense settled for field goals rather than touchdowns on their first seven drives, limiting the impact of Mullens' efficient start.

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PositiveUsageAug 22, 2026Big Cat Country

Mullens completed six of seven passes for 65 yards on Jacksonville's opening possession, demonstrating encouraging early work with young receivers before Carter Bradley took over and struggled; Mullens' efficient start was part of Jacksonville's reasonable offensive beginning that failed to translate into touchdowns.

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NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mullens was sacked by Princely Umanmielen and Pat Jones in the red zone, forcing the Jaguars to settle for a field goal instead of a touchdown in the first quarter.

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PositiveProjectionAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mullens opened the game efficiently for Jacksonville's backup unit, going 6 of 7 for 65 yards with a 9.3-yard average per reception and a 105.4 passer rating. His lone incompletion was an Ameer Abdullah drop that likely should have been a touchdown.

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PositiveProjectionAug 22, 2026Big Cat Country

Mullens opened the game efficiently against Carolina's starting defense, going 6 of 7 for 65 yards with a 9.3-yard average per reception and 105.4 passer rating. His lone incompletion was an Ameer Abdullah drop that likely should have been a touchdown; he was sacked on the ensuing third down, forcing a field goal.

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NegativeRoleAug 21, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nick Mullens will start at quarterback for the Jaguars if Trevor Lawrence does not play in preseason Week 2 against the Panthers.

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PositiveUsageAug 19, 2026RotoWire

Nick Mullens showed significant passing production under Kevin O'Connell in 2023, averaging 370 passing yards per game across three appearances.

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