![Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) takes a snap during the Jaguars final Organized Team Activity on Monday, June 15, 2026 at the Miller Electric Center in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,x_137,y_66,w_2557,h_1438/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/55/01kxyj7fn0xa5sf7x5sa.jpg "Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) takes a snap during the Jaguars final Organized Team Activity on Monday, June 15, 2026 at the Miller Electric Center in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]")
Although the Jacksonville Jaguars have caught lots of heat for not making a splash in the offseason, they seemingly feel great about the roster they've built the past two years. This makes sense when you take into account that the Jags saw several players take a leap in 2025 and are counting on them to once again make an impact next season.
On the other hand, Jacksonville is counting on a few other players to either bounce back or make strides next season. And if things go as expected, a deep playoff run will be a realistic outcome. For the time being, though, the team's brass will need to keep assessing the roster in training camp. This is especially true when you take into account that several position battles could steal the spotlight.
With this in mind, here's a roster projection just before training camp.
Jaguars training camp 53-man roster projection: Offense (23)
Jaguars quarterbacks (2): Trevor Lawrence, Nick Mullens
Unless Carter Bradley takes off in training camp, and that's highly unlikely, the Jaguars will carry two quarterbacks next season. Trevor Lawrence is the starter, and Nick Mullens is the backup.
Bradley is a prime candidate for the practice squad, and there's a chance undrafted rookie Joey Aguilar will also land there.
If the Jags suddenly need an extra signal-caller, they can call Bradley from the practice squad.
Jaguars running backs (4): Bhayshul Tuten, LeQuint Allen Jr., Chris Rodriguez, and J'Mari Taylor
Chris Rodriguez missed the offseason program but will return in training camp, so his roster spot isn't in trouble. Bhayshul Tuten and LeQuint Allen Jr., for their part, are pretty much locks to make the team. That could potentially leave one running back slot up for grabs. Undrafted rookie J'Mari Taylor, DeeJay Dallas, and Ameer Abdullah will compete for it.
Dallas and Abdullah have the edge by virtue of having more experience, but Taylor will ultimately prevail because of his upside.
Jaguars wide receivers (5): Brian Thomas Jr., Parker Washington, Jakobi Meyers, CJ Williams, and Josh Cameron
Unlike last year, the Jaguars shouldn't have trouble sorting out their wide receiver corps. Brian Thomas Jr., Parker Washington, and Jakobi Meyers are all but guaranteed to make the team, while CJ Williams and Josh Cameron flashed enough during the offseason program to earn consideration for a roster spot.
Travis Hunter gives Jacksonville flexibility because of his ability to play offense and defense. He'll be listed as a cornerback since that's the position he'll play full-time next season.
Jaguars tight ends (3): Nate Boerkircher, Tanner Koziol, Brenton Strange
Like last year, the Jaguars could keep three tight ends to begin the regular season. Brenton Strange is the unquestioned starter, while Tanner Koziol and Nate Boerkircher showed massive upside in the offseason program.
On the other hand, the team's brass likes Quinton Morris, giving him a new one-year deal in 2026 after signing him last year. That said, he failed to stand out in the offseason program, so he'll need to bounce back in training camp. For the time being, though, he's not making the team in this projection.
Jaguars offensive line (9): Walker Little, Cole Van Lanen, Wyatt Milum, Ezra Cleveland, Patrick Mekari, Jonah Monheim, Robert Hainsey, Anton Harrison, Emmanuel Pregnon
The Jaguars brought back their starters and their primary backups from 2025. They also added Emmanuel Pregnon in the NFL Draft. Pregnon could make things interesting in training camp, but don't expect him to start come Week 1.
Sophomore Wyatt Milum, on the other hand, could push Patrick Mekari and seize the starting job at right guard. Jacksonville will also keep Walker Little as insurance while Cole Van Lanen recovers from a knee injury he sustained late in 2025.
Jaguars training camp 53-man roster projection: Defense (27)
Jaguars defensive tackle (4): Ruke Orhorhoro, Arik Armstead, Albert Regis, and DaVon Hamilton
Defensive tackle is arguably the Jaguars' biggest weakness ahead of the 2026 season, but they'll probably wait until next year to bring in reinforcements. For the time being, DaVon Hamilton and Arik Armstead remain the starters, while rookie Albert Regis and Ruke Orhorhoro will be rotational pieces.
If Jacksonville needs an extra defensive tackle, it can elevate Matt Dickerson from the practice squad. Similarly, Travon Walker could play snaps inside in certain defensive packages.
Jaguars defensive end (6): Josh Hines-Allen, Travon Walker, Danny Striggow, Wesley Williams, B.J. Green II, and Zach Durfee
The Jaguars are loaded at defensive end, but need one of their young pass rushers to separate himself from the bunch and become the No. 3 behind Travon Walker and Josh Hines-Allen. Training camp will help sort out the position, but nobody would bat an eye if Jacksonville keeps six defensive ends.
Linebacker (6): Foyesade Oluokun, Ventrell Miller, Branson Combs, Jack Kiser, Jalen McLeod, and Dennis Gardeck
Linebacker is a strength for the Jaguars even after letting Devin Lloyd walk. Heck, you could make the case that they let him leave precisely because they're stacked at the position. Anyway, Foyesade Oluokun, Ventrell Miller, Branson Combs, Jack Kiser, aJalen Mcleod, and Dannis Gardeck give Jacksonville a well-rounded group.
The downside is that rookie Parker Hughes and veteran Yasir Abdullah will most likely be victims of the numbers game.
Jaguars cornerbacks (6): Travis Hunter, Montaric Brown, Jourdan Lewis, Jarrian Jones, Jabbar Muhammad, Preston Hodge
The Jaguars may have to make tough decisions at cornerback. Travis Hunter will play defense full-time, but Jourdan Lewis, Montaric Brown, and Jarrian Jones will also get lots of playing time.
Hunter might also have a substantial role on offense, so Jacksonville is better off having extra depth at corner. Jabbar Muhammad made a strong impression in the offseason program and is trending toward making the initial 53-man roster. Undrafted rookie Preston Hodge also flashed, so he may be able to get ahead of Christian Braswell on the depth chart.
Jaguars safeties (5): Caleb Ransaw, Eric Murray, Antonio Johnson, Rayuan Lane, Jalen Huskey
The Jaguars have no shortage of talent at safety. Erick Murray brought stability at the position last year, Antonio Johnson is coming off a breakout season, and sophomore Caleb Ransaw is poised to take off in 2026.
Behind those three are rookie Jalen Huskey, and special teams ace Rayuan Layne. Jacksonville is set.
Jaguars special teamers (3): Cam Little, Ross Matiscik, and Logan Cooke
This trio of special teamers won't undergo changes anytime soon, but you already knew that.
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