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Contrary to what many might expect from a city of nearly a million residents, Jacksonville has only one major professional sports team. Unlike other populous cities like New York, Los Angeles, or Chicago, which support multiple franchises across various leagues, Jacksonville navigates a considerable gap in professional sports representation, primarily hosting the Jaguars in the competitive landscape of the NFL. The context of Jacksonville's sports culture is vital to understanding the franchise's existence and ongoing challenges.