The Jacksonville Jaguars didn't make many additions in free agency because they wanted to wait until the NFL Draft to address the larger scale roster. This makes sense when you consider that they have 11 selections. That's more than enough ammo to bolster pretty much every position group.
But even if the Jags end up trading some of the picks, they'll need to cut ties with a handful of players to make room for the rookie class. These five, in particular, could be put on notice depending on how the early rounds play out.
Hunter Long, Jaguars tight end
The Jaguars may want to replenish their tight end room in the draft because Brenton Strange, Hunter Long, and Quintin Morris will become free agents in 2027. Even if the team's brass extends Strange, it would make sense to bolster the depth behind him.
John Shipley of Sports Illustrated thinks tight end could be a target in the early rounds. If Jacksonville ends up adding one, Long could be pushed to the curve. Already, Jacksonville moved on from Johnny Mundt in free agency, so it wouldn't be shocking to see them keep making upgrades at tight end.
Eric Murray, Jaguars safety
The Jaguars brought Eric Murray in 2025 to add stability to the back end of their defense. All things considered, he was up to the task, solidifying one starting stop. However, Antonio Johnson is coming off a breakout season, and the coaching staff seems to be high on sophomore Caleb Ransaw, who missed his rookie season with a leg injury.
Murray will tentatively hold onto a starting spot next season, but if the Jaguars add another safety in the early rounds, he could be on his way out. While he won't fetch a high draft pick, and the cap relief of trading him wouldn't be much, moving on from him would free up a roster spot and pave the way for the younger safeties to get reps.
Chuma Edoga, Jaguars offensive lineman
Although Chuma Edoga has been inconsistent throughout his career, the Jaguars gave him a two-year deal worth $7 million in 2025 because they thought he could provide depth. The former USC Trojan had a strong training camp, but once the regular season rolled around, he struggled when he was thrust into action. By the end of the year, he got barely any playing time.
Edoga is set to count $3.9 million against the cap in 2026, but releasing him would free up $2.9 million in space with just $1 million in dead money. Jacksonville may be willing to take the hit if it finds a young offensive lineman in Round 3.
Walker Little, Jaguars offensive tackle
Throughout the offseason, you've probably seen Walker Little be the subject of trade chatter. This is understandable when you take into account that he gave up an alarming nine sacks and 50 pressures last year. The former Houston, Texas native was so bad that he was benched in favor of Cole Van Lanen. Not even when he played right guard was he able to rebuild his stock. But therein lies the issue.
Van Lanen is recovering from a knee injury he suffered late in 2025. This might be why they haven't cut ties with Little. Again, he was underwhelming last year but has played at a high level in the past and could start if Van Lanen isn't fully recovered.
Of course, the Jags could ultimately feel comfortable sending Little to another team if they draft a left tackle or invest a pick on a swing tackle to serve as the main backup on the edge. Chase Bisontis or Gennings Dunker would make sense in Round 2 if Jacksonville wants to beef up the trenches.
Bhayshul Tuten, Jaguars running back
You would think that it's odd to include Bhayshlu Tuten on this list when head coach Liam Coen just heaped praise on him. However, the Jags won't hesitate to raise any position's ceiling in the draft. And according to Tony Pauline of EssentiallySports, they could trade up for Jadarian Price if he slides to Round 2.
Tuten showed big-play capability in the playoff loss against the Bills, toting the rock four times for 51 yards. But if the Jags want to upgrade their backfield, drafting Price or another running back in Round 3 would most definitely make sense.
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