Eugene Monroe
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Jacksonville Jaguars
In an effort to rebuild their offensive line, the Jaguars selected Monroe and Eben BrittonEben Britton
-Jacksonville Jaguars:In an effort to rebuild their offensive line, the Jaguars selected Eugene Monroe and Britton with their first two picks. While Monroe is ought to occupy the left tackle spot, Britton was expected to compete with Tony Pashos for the starting nod at right tackle...
with their first two picks. Monroe was expected to compete with veteran free-agent acquisition Tra Thomas for the start at left tackle. On August 14, 2009 the Jaguars agreed to a five-year deal with Monroe.
Monroe started his first regular season game at left tackle in week one of the 2009 NFL season
2009 NFL season
The 2009 NFL season was the 90th regular season of the National Football League.The preseason started with the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game on August 9, 2009, and the regular season began September 10. The season ended with Super Bowl XLIV, the league's championship game, on February 7, 2010 at...
against the Indianapolis Colts
Indianapolis Colts
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. As of midseason, Monroe's play was inconsistent by most accounts. He missed week four with an illness, and was also benched in week five. Monroe played in 15 games with 13 starts, finishing his rookie season with 3 penalty calls against him and 9 sacks allowed.