Wide receiver Christian Kirk, who has been dealing with a groin injury, was a game-time decision for his team. Despite being activated off the Reserve/Injured list, as reported by Ian Rapoport, and designated for return, Kirk was ultimately declared inactive for Week 18. The activation was confirmed by the official Jaguars account, indicating that Kirk was designated for return from the Reserve/Injured list. However, his status changed as the game approached, leading to his inactivity for the crucial Week 18 matchup.
Christian Kirk (groin) inactive for Week 18 https://t.co/RwM8yCZwqE
Christian Kirk is INACTIVE
Christian Kirk (groin) officially activated off IR. https://t.co/fuZj7CWxYh
We have activated WR Christian Kirk from the Reserve/Injured; Designated for Return List. https://t.co/fYSnRp8lbh
Christian Kirk (groin) will be activated off IR; per Ian Rapoport. https://t.co/aUw6rGRoUp
Christian Kirk (groin) will be a game-time call https://t.co/nhNllSJAH4