JACKSONVILLE – They're good, consistent and remarkably reliable.

That's perhaps most notable about the Jaguars' punt return team – that when returner Parker Washington makes a game-turning play, it's not really a surprise.

This is what the group does, and it does it well.

"It's just special to be part of," Washington said.

Washington, a third-year wide receiver, has emerged this season as one of the Jaguars' most-productive players. That has been true on offense, where he is now essentially the team's No. 1 option in the passing offense – and it has been equally the case through nine games on special teams.

"Our punt return unit is one of the best in the NFL," he said.

Washington through nine games leads the NFL, averaging 16.6 yards on 16 punt returns. His 73-yard punt return for

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