Jaguars-Jets fan guide, what to know about pregame, in-game activities

Jacksonville Jaguars fans have every reason to pack EverBank Stadium on Dec. 14 when the Jags host the New York Jets (1 p.m.). 

The Jaguars are on a four-game winning streak. 

They're in control of the AFC South, with a one-game lead over the Houston Texans. 

Unlike last week, the weather is forecast to be perfect for a December day on the First Coast.

And there are only two more regular-season games left. After this week, the Jaguars are on the road to Denver and Indianapolis before closing the season against Tennessee on Jan. 4. 

The Jaguars haven't gotten off to a 10-4 start since 2017, when they went to the AFC Championship game. 

It's also the Jaguars' "Inspire Change" game with activities and salutes to community initiatives and people who are trying to make a difference. 

Here’s what fans need to know:  

Tickets and parking  

Fans should have their tickets and parking passes (if they are in a stadium lot) on their phone and ready to scan. 

The Jaguars are encouraging fans to arrive early, a combination of the potential for the largest home crown of the season and construction on the Stadium of the Future, which affects access roads and stadium parking. 

Navigating EverBank Stadium 

Fans in general admission seating should access the main concourse for full 360-degree circulation around the stadium as the plaza level is no longer continuous from gate to gate. Some gate entries have been adjusted, so ticket holders should take the recommended gate entry on their mobile ticket to access the most direct route to a seat location. 

Fans should exit the gate closest to their transportation. The Gallagher East and West Club gates can be accessed only by ticket holders with Club seats this season. 

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.  

The GEICO Game Day Shuttle Program will be operating around the stadium to pick up fans in Lot S, X, Z, and Metropolitan Park. The service runs three hours prior to kickoff and one hour after the end of each game. 

Fans can stay up to date on the Stadium of the Future by visiting jaguars.com/stadiumofthefuture. 

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 1, 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. 

Uniform combination   

The Jaguars will wear teal jerseys and teal pants. 

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 St. Augustine-based artist Nikki Rakov. The artwork displays a jaguar in downtown Jacksonville protecting EverBank Stadium from an enemy jet. The poster’s acrylic and watercolor finish frame the vibrant landscape of the Jacksonville Riverfront. 

First 'Duuuval!' 

The first 'Duuuval!' will be by Jacksonville native Paris Richardson. As Miss Florida 2025, Richardson has used her voice to advocate for health equity. As the founder of C.R.O.W.N. of Health, she works to empower communities through education, outreach and wellness. 

Inspire Change Changemaker Award 

In honor of the NFL Inspire Change initiative, the Jaguars will recognize Jacksonville’s Inspire Change Changemaker Award recipient, Ronnie King in the game’s first quarter. 

The award recognizes an individual in each NFL team market making a difference in their community with social justice work.  

As the founder of the My Village Project, King established the world's largest community knowledge repository, empowering students and nonprofit leaders by integrating local insights with state-of-the-art technology. Through initiatives like "Coding in Color," King has successfully trained over 500 students for careers in AI, app development, and video game design, all while forging essential connections with grassroots nonprofit networks. 

Artists to be honored 

Prior to the game, the Jaguars will recognize artists from Jacksonville Arts and Music School in the South End Zone. These artists designed the game balls delivered to the 2025 Community Champions this season. The school, affectionately known as JAMS, is a Creative Youth Development program with a mission to empower local creative leaders. 

Flag champions recognized 

Team members of “Stellar,” the champions of the Jacksonville Jaguars Corporate Flag Football Tournament, will be recognized. The tournament, in its second season, is hosted at the indoor Flex Field and brings together Jacksonville-area companies for a day of co-ed competition. 

Naturalization Oath administered 

For the past eight seasons, the Jaguars’ Inspire Change game has featured a Naturalization Oath of Allegiance Ceremony administered by U.S. District Court Judge Marcia Morales Howard.  

This year’s ceremony will welcome 96 applicants for citizenship from 39 countries, ranging from Albania to Vietnam. Included in this group are seven families taking the Oath of Allegiance together and one individual who was inspired by the ceremony while working last year’s Inspire Change game. 

The Jaguars were the first NFL team to host this ceremony in game. A naturalized citizen himself, Jaguars owner Shad Khan will greet the new Americans on the field following their oath, along with football and front office leadership. 

Community champion of the game 

During the third quarter of the game Andrea Reyes will be recognized as Community Champion of the Game. Born in Bogota, Colombia, Reyes co-founded the Northeast Florida Immigrant Resource Alliance (NEFIRA), a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of immigrants in Northeast Florida. 

Game day Patriotism 

The National Anthem will be performed by Jarred Billups, a contestant from Season 24 of NBC’s “The Voice.” Billups is an active performer and music educator from Fayette, Ala. 

Kai Hout, a student from the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, will interpret the Anthem for the hearing impaired. 

The Colors will be presented by members of the Beaufort High School Air Force JROTC. 

The American Flag will be held by Jacksonville leaders, organizations and nonprofit volunteers who embody the NFL’s Inspire Change mission. 

The flyover will be conducted by the Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 62 (VR-62). Nicknamed the “Nomads,” the squadron is one of five U.S. Navy Reserve Squadrons operating the Lockheed C-130T Hercules cargo aircraft. 

Retired Navy Captain and Executive Director of USO Florida, Aaron Bowman will be honored as the Veteran of the Game. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Bowman served 28 years and was the CO of Naval Station Mayport from 2007-2010. He piloted multiple attack fighters and served as an instructor. 

Lt. JG Maria Lynch will be honored as the Bell Ringer. He began her naval career at Naval Hospital Jacksonville, where she has worked as a Postpartum and Labor and Delivery nurse for more than two years. She has provided critical medical care to over 1,200 Marine Corps OCS candidates. 

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.   

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 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.   

No drones allowed: Drones are not permitted to fly anywhere over EverBank Stadium or any of its adjacent parking lots.    

Jaguars-Jets 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.: Gates 1, 4 and 7 open; Fan Entertainment Zone and Cool Zone open (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.   
• 12:58 p.m.: National Anthem, followed by VR-62 Fighter  flyover.   
• 1:02 p.m.: Kickoff.  

This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: What fans need to know as Jaguars face Jets at EverBank Stadium