By Justin Worsley,
The Jacksonville Jaguars have claimed quarterback Trent Edwards off of waivers, ending his one day of unemployment.
Edwards was released by the Buffalo Bills on Monday, less than a week after the team announced they would bench Edwards in favor of backup quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, hoping for an offensive spark. Though the Bills lost to the New England Patriots, they did get the spark they wanted, scoring 30 points for the first time this season.
Jacksonville is exploring options at quarterback after backup Luke McCown was placed on injured reserve after tearing a ligament in his knee during a Week 2 loss to the San Diego Chargers. McCown came in after starting quarterback David Garrard threw four interceptions.
Jacksonville waived linebacker Alvin Bowen in order to make room for Edwards.
Garrard has regressed since receiving a six-year, $60 million extension in 2008, the richest contract in Jaguars history. After a breakout season in 2007 in which Garrard threw 18 touchdowns to only three interceptions and led the Jaguars to the playoffs, Garrard has gone 12-20 including losing six of his last seven starts dating back to least season.
Despite his recent poor play, Garrard was elected as a Pro Bowl alternate last season.
In two starts, Edwards has completed 29 of 52 passes for 241 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions. Garrard has completed 44 of 74 passes for 448 yards with 4 touchdowns and five interceptions.
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