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Jaguars Overhaul Defense With Major Deadline Trades
Jacksonville acquires Jordan Davis and Jessie Bates III to address injuries
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Jaguars Fill Gaps After Key Injuries
The Jaguars made the biggest moves at the 2026 NFL trade deadline after two defensive contributors were lost for the season. DaVon Hamilton tore his quadriceps and Eric Murray injured his elbow during a Week 8 win. To replace them, Jacksonville traded a first-round pick and two second-round picks for Jordan Davis and Jessie Bates III. Additional deals included a second- and fifth-round pick to the Falcons for Bates, plus a sixth-round pick to the Saints for Davon Godchaux.
Bates Brings Experience at Safety
Bates, who turns 30 in February, has not missed a start since 2023. He averaged 16.7 yards per play this season, matching his prior three years. He reached top speeds above 19 mph three times through nine weeks, with a 90th-percentile maximum speed of 15.6 mph. His contract expires after this season.
Davis Added to Boost Interior Line
Davis arrived after the Eagles gave him an extension and $18.8 million bonus in March. Over 4½ seasons he recorded 9.5 sacks and 15 knockdowns. Since 2023 he has generated pressures on 5.6 percent of pass-rush snaps and quick pressures on 1.2 percent, ranking 63rd and 60th among qualifying defensive tackles. He has played 48 percent of defensive snaps overall and under 25 percent on third downs.
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