After the Jacksonville Jaguars traded for defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro, it seemed like the pass rush was their biggest need, and they were going to prioritize it in the 2026 NFL Draft. However, they chose to fix other roster voids, and it wasn't until the fourth round that the Jags took Wesley Williams to bolster the rotation behind Travon Walker and Josh Hines-Allen. Then, they took Project X Zach Durfee in Round 7.
While Williams and Durfee could turn out to be fine players, Jacksonville needs a pass rusher who can make an immediate impact. Fortunately, the perfect free agent remains available, and general manager James Gladstone should strongly consider giving him a call.
The Jaguars must zero in on Cameron Jordan after the NFL Draft
Even though Cam Jordan is 36, he's still a highly productive player, racking up 10.5 sacks last year. He still has a bit of gas left in the tank, which is why he's been picky when choosing his next landing spot. The eight-time Pro Bowl nod stated that he wanted to go to a team where he was appreciated and later added that the "cents had to make sense."
Simply put, Jordan believes that his salary demands are not unrealistic at all. Now that the draft is over, a team may be willing to meet them. Perhaps the Jaguars should give him a call.
In Jacksonville, Jordan would have to be a full-time starter, which could, in turn, increase his productivity. Moreover, he would allow Travon Walker to move inside next to either Arik Armstead or Ruke Orhorhoro in passing downs. This would turn the Jacksonville defensive front into a terrifying group.
It's also worth noting that Jordan isn't sure he'll return to the Saints, pointing out that the landscape is clearing up after the NFL Draft. Perhaps the Jaguars could offer him a deal with heavy incentives for every sack he registers. That would protect the team in case he loses a step. But regardless of the amount he gets, signing him could end up paying massive dividends.
Why the Jaguars may ultimately pass on Cameron Jordan
One of the reasons the Jaguars didn't want to sign any external free agents was that they didn't want them to count against the compensation formula. But after the NFL Draft, any free agents they ink won't affect their compensatory picks in 2027. This could incentivize Jacksonville to sign Cameron Jordan. On the other hand, if his demands are too unrealistic, they're better off passing on him.
Sure, the Jags could use a No. 3 pass rusher who can wreak havoc behind Travon Walker and Josh Hines-Allen. But the fact that they didn't bring in anyone in the draft may be a sign that they're confident sophomore Danny Striggow and B.J. Green II can take the next step. And if that's the case, pursuing Jordan may not make much sense.
Then again, the Jaguars could use a player of Cameron Jordan's caliber regardless of who else they have. But like plenty of things in life, it may come down to money.
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