Jaguars RB Travis Etienne is officially listed as questionable for Monday night's game against the Bengals. HC Doug Pederson expects Etienne to play, but it's a good idea for Etienne owners to stash RB D'Ernest Johnson as an insurance policy.

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports that the Jaguars are "optimistic" RB Travis Etienne will play Monday night against the Bengals. Etienne returned to last week's win over the Texans after sustaining the rib injury. However, there is a risk that Jacksonville lightens his workload, especially if they pull ahead of the Bengals. RB D'Ernest Johnson could see more touches if Etienne's workload is limited.

Travis Etienne, running back for the Jacksonville Jaguars, suffered a chest injury in the first half of Sunday's game against the Texans. He is questionable to return. Etienne's absence allowed D'Ernest Johnson and Tank Bigbsy to take over the backfield. However, Etienne returned to the game with a little less than five minutes remaining in the second quarter.

Travis Etienne handled 15 of 17 team RB opportunities in a Week 2 loss to Kansas City. Despite only tallying 42 total yards, his heavy usage suggests he will continue to be the primary RB for the Jaguars. The upcoming matchup against Houston could provide a favorable opportunity for Etienne to have a breakout performance.