3 Jacksonville Jaguars Players Face Job Loss After 2026 NFL Draft
Three Jacksonville Jaguars players are at risk of losing their roster spots after the 2026 NFL Draft. The team's draft picks could push current players off the roster, especially at offensive tackle where Cole Van Lanen's injury created needs.
The Jacksonville Jaguars took a careful approach to free agency, making running back Chris Rodriguez their only major outside signing. This strategy means the team will likely use the draft to fill gaps on their roster.
The offensive line faces the biggest changes. Cole Van Lanen suffered an injury late last season that left the Jaguars short at left tackle. The team will probably draft an offensive tackle early, which could bump existing players down the depth chart or off the team entirely.
Unlike other NFL teams that signed many free agents, the Jaguars focused on keeping their current core players. But this approach means draft picks will compete directly with players already on the roster.
When Van Lanen returns from injury, the offensive line depth chart will get shuffled again. Players currently holding spots could find themselves fighting to stay on the team.
NFL roster cuts show how quickly professional athletes can lose their jobs, even after making it to the league. For fans, these moves signal how teams rebuild and could affect the Jaguars' performance next season.
Watch for the Jaguars to draft offensive line help early and see which current players get cut before the season starts.
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