Free agency gives players a chance to get paid. Some waste no time getting new deals just hours after the tampering period starts, but others have to wait a bit longer. That's the case for several players who suited up for the Jacksonville Jaguars last year.
While Evan Engram, Andre Cisco, and Mac Jones quickly found a home after becoming available, some of his former teammates are still waiting to get signed. With that in mind, here's a list of Jaguars free agents who haven't found a home yet.
Brandon Scherff, offensive guard
Brandon Scheff made five Pro Bowls with the Washington Commanders, so it wasn't surprising to see the Jags give him a top-market contract in 2022. However, he wasn't nearly as dominant in Jacksonville. That's why nobody batted an eye when he walked in free agency.
While Scherff wasn't outright bad, he was just fine during his stint with the Jaguars. Add the fact that he's 33, and he may not garner interest unless a team suffers an injury at guard in the offseason.
Tim Jones, wide receiver
An undrafted free agent in 2021, Tim Jones spent his rookie campaign on special teams but managed to make the 53-man roster the following year after an impressive preseason. But as impressive as the former Southern Mississippi Golden Eagle was in preseason action, he barely got any playing time in 2022 and when he did, it was mostly as a blocker.
Jones routinely got his named called when injuries struck the past three years but isn't the kind of player that opposing coordinators will game plan for. Clubs that may want to bolster their special teams could reach out to him, but he'll need to wait a while to get that call.
Josh Reynolds, wide receiver
Throughout his career, Josh Reynolds has been a solid receiver. Last offseason, he signed a two-year deal with the Denver Broncos, but it looks like they weren't particularly impressed so they moved on from him midseason. The Jags quickly swooped in and signed him. However, he didn't do much of note, registering a measly one reception for 11 during his brief stint in Jacksonville.
Reynolds may need to try out in the offseason to get a job, and even then, there's no guarantee that he'll be on a roster come Week 1.
Ronald Darby, cornerback
A dependable cornerback throughout his NFL career, Ronald Darby has dealt with injuries in recent years. But despite the medical flags, the Jgas took a flyer on him last year, giving a two-year deal to bolster their secondary. Surprisingly, the former Florida State Seminole managed to stay healthy in 2024. On the other hand, he struggled when he was on the field and eventually was benched.
It's possible that teams in need of depth at cornerback will eventually sign Darby, but nobody will be surprised if he remains unsigned a few months.
Caleb Johnson, linebacker/special teams
Listed as a linebacker, Caleb Johnson carved a niche on special teams for the Jacksonville Jaguars. But given that there's a new regime in place, he was deemed expendable. Special teams coach Heath Farwell holds Johnson in high regard and would surely want to have him back. Having said that, the Jags will probably replenish their special team unit in the draft.
CJ Beathard, quarterback
Trevor Lawrence routinely credited fellow quarterback C.J. Beathard for helping him prepare for game day. But other than that, he didn't bring much to the table. Ideally, you would want your backup to come in and keep the team afloat. However, the Jags didn't appear to be confident in Beathard back in 2023. That year, No. 16 dealt with a myriad of ailments but pushed through.
Then, Jacksonville traded for Mac Jones and Beathard became the No. 3 on the depth chart. Had Lawrence not gotten hurt last year, the team wouldn't have brought back Beathard. Maybe he'll join a quarterback-needy team in training camp, but it's hard to see the former Iowa Hawkeye making a 53-man roster in 2025. A practice squad may be a more realistic goal.
De'Shaan Dixon, defensive tackle
Back in 2022, De'Shaan Dixon turned heads because he made the 53-man roster as an undrafted free agent. However, he hasn't done much of note since then, even after switching positions. In fact, he's only appeared in three regular-season games the past three years, all as a rookie. That's not the kind of statline that inspires confidence.
Josiah Deguara, tight end
A movable chess piece with the Green Bay Packers, Josiah Deguara had an uneventful season with the Jaguars in 2024. In 15 games, he only hauled in three passes. Sure, Evan Engram, Brenton Strange, and Luke Farrell were ahead of him on the depth chart, but he never did anything to warrant more snaps.
Devin Duvernay, return specialist
A two-time special teamer and a viable target in the passing game during his four seasons with the Baltimore Ravens, Devin Duvernay signed a two-year deal with the Jags in 2024. Expected to give the return game a spark, he was underwhelming on special teams and as a receiver. To nobody's surprise, he was released ahead of free agency.
Esezi Otomewo, defensive tackle
Esezi Otomewo flashed in the preseason, which is why the made the team last year. But like most players on this list, once the regular season came, he was a non-factor. He was a healthy scratch throughout most of the year and didn't record a single stat. That won't help him find a new team soon.
Joe Giles-Harris, linebacker
A familiar face, Joe Giles-Harris had his second team in Jacksonville last year after being traded. Mostly a contributor on special teams, he didn't play a single snap on defense. The veteran linebacker will need to compete for a roster spot in training camp.
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