Jaguars Recap Every 2026 Offseason Roster Move

GM James Gladstone focused on retaining key players in a quiet offseason for Jacksonville.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 11:51am

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The Jacksonville Jaguars had a relatively quiet 2026 offseason, with GM James Gladstone prioritizing retaining the team's own free agents over making major outside additions. The Jaguars re-signed several key players like Montaric Brown, Dennis Gardeck, and DeeJay Dallas, while losing some contributors like Dyami Brown, Devin Lloyd, and Travis Etienne to other teams in free agency. The team's only notable outside signing was running back Chris Rodriguez.

Why it matters

After going through significant roster turnover last offseason, the Jaguars took a more measured approach this year, focusing on keeping their core players together as they look to build on their progress in Year 2 under head coach Doug Pederson. Retaining talent is crucial for a young team like the Jaguars as they aim to continue developing their roster and competing in the AFC South.

The details

The Jaguars signed 15 players to futures deals in January, including QB Carter Bradley, WR Chandler Brayboy, and TE Patrick Herbert. In free agency, the team re-signed several key contributors like Montaric Brown, Dennis Gardeck, DeeJay Dallas, and Christian Braswell, while losing players like Dyami Brown, Devin Lloyd, and Travis Etienne to other teams. The team's only notable outside signing was running back Chris Rodriguez. Gladstone also signed a contract extension with 2022 first-round pick Travon Walker.

  • In January, the Jaguars signed 15 players to futures deals.
  • In March, the Jaguars re-signed several of their own free agents.
  • In March, the Jaguars lost several contributors to other teams in free agency.
  • In April, the Jaguars signed running back Chris Rodriguez as their only notable outside free agent addition.

The players

James Gladstone

The general manager of the Jacksonville Jaguars who oversaw the team's 2026 offseason roster moves.

Doug Pederson

The head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars who is entering his second season with the team.

Travon Walker

The Jaguars' 2022 first-round draft pick who signed a contract extension this offseason.

Chris Rodriguez

The running back signed by the Jaguars as their only notable outside free agent addition this offseason.

Montaric Brown

A Jaguars free agent who was re-signed this offseason.

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What they’re saying

“We wanted to be mindful of the 2027 compensatory draft picks we're projected to land, so that played a role in our free agency approach this offseason.”

— James Gladstone, Jaguars General Manager

What’s next

The Jaguars will look to build on their progress from last season and compete in the AFC South in 2026 with their largely retained roster.

The takeaway

The Jaguars took a measured approach to free agency this offseason, prioritizing retaining their own key players over making splashy outside additions. This strategy reflects the team's focus on long-term roster building as they aim to continue developing their young core and competing in the AFC South.