Jaguars Expected to Target Tight End Early in NFL Draft

ESPN analyst projects Jacksonville to address position despite Brenton Strange's presence.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 8:57pm

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The Jacksonville Jaguars are not in need of a starting tight end due to the presence of Brenton Strange, but ESPN is projecting them to address the position early in the upcoming NFL Draft.

Why it matters

The Jaguars have several key needs to address in the draft, so targeting a tight end early could be a surprising move that raises questions about their overall draft strategy and plans for the offense.

The details

According to the report, ESPN analysts believe the Jaguars will prioritize the tight end position early in the draft, even though they already have Brenton Strange, a promising young player, on the roster. This could signal that the team sees an opportunity to upgrade the position or add depth, despite not having it as a top need.

  • The 2026 NFL Draft is scheduled for April 24-26.

The players

Brenton Strange

The Jaguars' current starting tight end, a promising young player on the roster.

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What’s next

The Jaguars will hold pre-draft visits and workouts with tight end prospects in the coming weeks to further evaluate the position.

The takeaway

The Jaguars' potential early focus on tight end in the draft could be a surprising move, as they already have a promising young player in Brenton Strange. This could signal the team sees an opportunity to further upgrade the position or add depth, even if it's not a top need.