Former Commanders RB Chris Rodriguez Jr. Signs with Jaguars

Rodriguez reunites with Jaguars head coach Liam Coen, his former OC at Kentucky

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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Former Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. has signed a two-year, $12 million deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Rodriguez, who was non-tendered by the Commanders, will reunite with Jaguars head coach Liam Coen, who was his offensive coordinator at Kentucky in 2021.

Why it matters

This move allows Rodriguez to continue his NFL career with a new team and reunite with a coach he has previously worked with, which could help him build on his recent success and expand his role in the Jaguars' offense.

The details

Over his three NFL seasons with the Commanders, Rodriguez compiled 920 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns on 198 carries. He saw a significant increase in his role last season, setting career-highs in carries (112), rushing yards (500), and rushing touchdowns (six).

  • On March 11, 2026, Rodriguez was non-tendered by the Washington Commanders.
  • Later on March 11, 2026, Rodriguez signed a two-year, $12 million deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

The players

Chris Rodriguez Jr.

A former running back for the Washington Commanders who has now signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Liam Coen

The head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars, who previously served as the offensive coordinator at Kentucky when Rodriguez played there.

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What they’re saying

“The #Jaguars are signing former #Commanders RB Chris Rodriguez Jr.”

— Jordan Schultz, Reporter (Twitter)

What’s next

The Jaguars will look to integrate Rodriguez into their offense and see how he can contribute alongside their other running backs.

The takeaway

This signing allows Rodriguez to continue his NFL career with a new team and reunite with a coach he has previously worked with, which could help him build on his recent success and expand his role in the Jaguars' offense.