While other teams tried to sign as many players as possible in free agency, the Jacksonville Jaguars took a deliberate approach, mostly focusing on retaining core contributors. In fact, running back Chris Rodriguez was their only external signing. And precisely because of their dearth of moves, their roster didn't undergo many changes.
Having said that, the Jags have 11 picks in the draft and won't hesitate to address as many needs as possible. If they do, it may be a matter of time before these five players are kicked to the curb.
Jaguars running back DeeJay Dallas
When Bhayshul Tuten suffered a finger injury late in 2025, the Jags were quick to sign DeeJay Dallas to provide depth at running back. Right off the bat, he showed his worth, which is why Jacksonville gave him a one-year deal to return in 2026.
However, Dallas was bumped down the depth chart when the Jags gave Chris Rodriguez a two-year deal in free agency. With Rodriguez in the mix, Dallas may be a victim of the numbers game due to the presence of Tuten and LeQuint Allen Jr.
Jaguars defensive tackle Matt Dickerson
Like DeeJay Dallas, Matt Dickerson was re-signed in February, but that doesn't guarantee that he'll stick around in 2026. The veteran defensive tackle joined the Jags midseason last year and got playing time because they didn't have many better alternatives.
Dickerson will have to compete for a roster spot and will have his work cut out if the team's brass adds one or two bigs to the interior defensive line in the draft, which is a possibility. Sure, there's a chance the San Francisco, California native will come out on top, but even then, much shouldn't be expected from him.
After all, before he landed in Jacksonville, Dickeron had spent time with the Tennessee Titans, the Kansas City Chiefs, the Atlanta Falcons, and the Miami Dolphins. It's also worth noting that he's yet to record his first career sack, and he may not get a chance to get it in 2026.
Jaguars left tackle Walker Little
While Walker Little entered the 2025 season as the starter, he had a hard time protecting Trevor Lawrence. He was eventually phased out in favor of Cole Van Lanen and never got his job back. Little got playing time at right guard, which could've helped him to show he could still be of help when Patric Mekari missed time. However, he struggled, and it doesn't look like he'll be getting a featured role moving forward.
Maybe Little could be the primary swing tackle, but trading him would free up more than $7 million, so don't be surprised if Jacksonville moves him before or during the draft.
Jaguars offensive tackle Chuma Edoga
When the Jags signed Chuma Edoga in 2025, they thought they were adding depth on the offensive line. And for a brief moment, it looked like he was going to get a prominent role, sharing first-team reps with Anton Harrison in the offseason workouts.
Edoga then had a strong preseason. However, he was pressed into action in the regular season and struggled with penalties. by the end of the year, he was an afterthought. If the Jags release the former USC Trojan, they could save $2,8 million in cap space, so there's a chance he'll walk the plank if the team's brass adds a hog mollie (or two) in the draft.
Jaguars cornerback Christan Braswell
Cornerback is a need; it's no longer a pressing need after the front office re-signed Montaric Brown. However, the Jags may continue to add reinforcements at the position in the draft, possibly in Rounds 2 or 3. At nickel, Jacksonville has Jarrian Jones and Jourdan Lewis. Couple that with the fact that Travis Hunter will play defensive full-time in 2026, and there may no longer be room for Braswell next season.
Maybe Braswell could land in the practice squad, but unless he shows out in training camp, it's hard to see him making the initial 53-man roster.