Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jacksonville Jaguars added Oregon CB Jabbar Muhammad as an undrafted free agent after the 2025 NFL draft.

Muhammad is a quick-twitch cornerback with the versatility to play both outside and in the slot. He brings an aggressive mindset to the field, particularly in run support, and his ball skills make him a stand-out in coverage. Despite being undersized, Muhammad compensates with competitiveness and a strong football IQ.

Muhammad excels in zone coverage, leveraging his understanding of routes and quick footwork to stay in position. His ball skills stand out, as he consistently gets his head around to locate the ball and shows great timing to break up passes. However, his lack of top-end speed and inconsistent footwork can lead to separation, especially against bigger receivers. He struggles in press coverage, where his smaller frame gets overpowered, and allows separation at the line of scrimmage.

In run support, Muhammad is aggressive and eager to contribute. He quickly engages, taking on blocks or slipping through to make tackles, and despite his size, he is a reliable tackler. His physicality shows up in his willingness to engage in contact and support the edge.

Jabbar Muhammad projects as a day-three pick with the potential to develop into a valuable role player. Though his best chance of seeing the field would be as a nickel, his versatility and ball skills make him an attractive option for zone-heavy schemes. However, improving his consistency in coverage and adding strength to handle bigger receivers will be key to his success.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 5'9"

WEIGHT: 182

HAND: 9"

ARM: 28⅝”

WINGSPAN: 71⅜”

40-YARD DASH: 4.50

3-CONE: 7.01

SHUTTLE: 4.19

VERTICAL: 31.5

POSITIVES

— Good overall athlete with quick twitch, footwork, and competitive attitude.

— Scheme versatility. Shows the ability to play outside and in the slot. Looks to be best in zone but has the flexibility to play man as well. Good vision and leverage in zone coverage.

— Aggressive against the run. Comes up quickly to support, taking on blockings or attempting to slip blocks in space. Shows to be a secure tackler, despite his limited size.

— Very good ball skills. He gets his head around to locate the ball and does a great job of high-pointing the ball. Also shows the timing necessary to swipe through the catch point.

NEGATIVES

— Undersized athlete who can get pushed around with bigger receivers. This mostly presents itself when he tries to bump from press coverage.

— Inconsistent footwork and wasted steps when breaking; leading to him rounding his breaks and allowing separation.

— Lacks ideal top end and recovery speed for his size. When giving a step to receivers downfield, he can struggle to get back in phase.

— Narrowed vision in zone coverage. At times he can get locked in on the main receiver in his zone and not see other threats.

NOTES

— Born Dec. 28, 2001

— 3-star recruit in the 2020 class, per 247Sports

— 2024: Transfer from Washington to Oregon

— 2023: 2nd-Team All-Pac 12 after transferring from Oklahoma State to Washington

GRADE: 6.5 (Potential Role Player— 4th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 167

POSITION RANK: CB20

PRO COMPARISON: Damarri Mathis

Written by B/R NFL Scout Cory Giddings

Even though Mason Graham to the Jacksonville Jaguars has been arguably the most popular pick in mocks leading up to the 2025 NFL draft, the team appears to be taking a hard look at some players who could boost their offense.

On the latest episode of The McShay Show (starts at 8:00 mark), Todd McShay said the Jaguars are seriously interested in Arizona wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan to give Trevor Lawrence another outside playmaker.

McShay noted the theory behind the pick is that dating back to his time at Clemson, Lawrence thrived when he had bigger wideouts with a high catch radius like Tee Higgins and Justyn Ross.

The McMillan rumors come amid increasing chatter that Jacksonville is in the mix for Ashton Jeanty. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler said on Monday's episode of NFL Live that the Jaguars are considered a "sleeper" landing spot for the Boise State star.

.@JFowlerESPN says the Jacksonville Jaguars could be a sleeper to pick Ashton Jeanty at No. 5 📈 pic.twitter.com/dZWdzniNkK

— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) April 18, 2025

Jeanty, who's coming off a historic 2024 season at Boise State, is in the running for everyone's favorite player in this year's class. His widely circulated letter to NFL general managers on The Players' Tribune website had a perfect mic drop at the end:

"I’ve taken the long way. I’m done with that way. If you pick me, it’s simple: I’m coming to your franchise to do what Saquon and the Eagles just did. I’m coming to win, big, soon. It’s TACKLE football … you know what I’m saying? I’d draft the guy they can’t tackle."

B/R's NFL scouting department is projecting Graham to be the Jaguars' pick, but there's no reason why they should be locked in on any one player given all of the needs on their roster.

Graham would absolutely be a fit because the Jaguars defense tied for 31st in yards allowed per play (5.9) and ranked 28th in sack percentage (2.0). He could be plugged into their defensive line as an impact player against the run and pass.

Jeanty would also immediately slot in as a starter. Travis Etienne Jr. is coming off the worst season of his career with 812 yards from scrimmage and two total touchdowns.

Schefter has listed Etienne among a number of players on rookie contracts who could be traded during the draft, which would at least suggest Jacksonville will add to its backfield at some point.

The Jaguars hit a home run in the first round last year with Brian Thomas Jr. He led the team with 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns, but receiver is still a need for them because the production behind him was nonexistent.

Tight end Brenton Strange was Jacksonville's second-leading receiver. He had 411 yards and two touchdowns.

Putting McMillian on the outside with Thomas would give Lawrence two reliable pass-catchers. They are both big targets, as McMillian is 6'4" and Thomas is 6'3".

New Jaguars head coach Liam Coen came from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who had a pair of dynamic receivers in Mike Evans and Chris Godwin.

Everything the Jaguars do right now has to be about maximizing Lawrence's talent. Adding a skill-position player with high upside early in the first round could be a huge lift for the offense in 2025.

The Jacksonville Jaguars selected Colorado WR/CB Travis Hunter with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Hunter is an exceptionally versatile and athletic cornerback prospect from Colorado, widely regarded as one of the top overall talents in the 2025 NFL Draft. At 6'1" and 185 pounds, Hunter combines impressive length with rare body control and athleticism, making him a standout performer on both sides of the ball. His high football IQ and ability to quickly adapt and excel in multiple roles have made him a consensus All-American and one of the most intriguing prospects entering the draft.

In coverage, Hunter showcases a rare blend of physical tools and mental acuity. His excellent vision and awareness allow him to maintain leverage while in coverage, consistently positioning himself to make plays on the ball. Hunter's twitchy athleticism and rapid acceleration enable him to close gaps quickly, while his long speed allows him to keep pace with any receiver he's matched against.

What truly sets Hunter apart is his ball-hawking ability; he has a natural instinct for tracking the ball in the air, often turning into the receiver and making contested catches with strong hands. Despite his considerable talents, Hunter is still somewhat raw in his overall cornerback technique. He often relies on his athleticism to compensate for technical lapses, which could be exposed at the next level if not refined. Additionally, his foot quickness may limit his ability to consistently cover shifty slot receivers in the NFL.

Hunter is more than just a cover corner; he is a willing and secure tackler who plays with a strong understanding of situational football. His awareness of down and distance is evident in his ability to make critical tackles that prevent first downs and big plays. Hunter's physicality and effort are on display in run support, where he routinely takes on blockers and gets involved in stopping the run. His conditioning and motor are also exceptional, as evidenced by his ability to play a high volume of snaps on both offense and defense without a drop in intensity. This relentless effort ensures that Hunter is frequently around the ball, contributing to his overall impact on the game.

Travis Hunter projects as a top-10 pick in the NFL draft with the potential to become an elite cornerback at the next level. His combination of length, athleticism, and football intelligence makes him a valuable asset in both man and zone coverage schemes. While he will need to refine his technique and develop more consistent footwork to handle NFL-level slot receivers, his rare physical gifts and ball skills give him a high ceiling as a defensive playmaker. Hunter's willingness to tackle and high motor add to his appeal, making him a well-rounded prospect with the potential to be a cornerstone of an NFL secondary. With proper development, Hunter has the tools to become a perennial Pro Bowler and one of the top cornerbacks in the league.

MEASUREMENT AND TESTING RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'0"

WEIGHT: 188

HAND: 9⅛”

ARM: 31⅜”

WINGSPAN: 76⅞”

POSITIVES

— High-IQ player who is always aware of the situation and where he is on the field.

— Hunter has great length and a frame that can support more weight. To pair with his size, he has close-to-rare body control and athleticism.

— He is a twitchy player with great acceleration, allowing him to get to top speed in short areas quickly. His long speed also continues to build, allowing him to run with all receivers he's covered.

— A true ball-hawk, he turns into the receiver with the ball in the air.

— More than a willing tackler, Hunter has routinely shown to be a secure tackler with great awareness of down and distance.

— Rare conditioning and effort. Playing unprecedented snaps on both sides of the ball, Hunter plays with a high motor on defense, routinely showing up around the ball.

NEGATIVES

— Still raw in his overall cornerback technique. Often gets away with supreme athleticism.

— Very good frame but will need to continue to fill out and improve functional strength.

— May lack the foot quickness to cover in the slot at the next level.

NOTES

— Born May 18, 2003

— Games Started: 27

— 5-Star recruit in the 2022 class, per 247Sports

—2024 Heisman Trophy; Walter Camp Award; AP College Player of the Year; Chuck Bednarik Award; Fred Biletnikoff Award; Lott Trophy; Unanimous All-Aerican

— 2023 Paul Hornung Award; Consensus All-American; Second-Team All Pac-12

— 2022 SWAC Freshman of The Year; Second-Team All-SWAC

GRADE: 9.2 (Top-10 Player — 1st Round)

OVERALL RANK: 1

POSITION RANK: CB1

PRO COMPARISON: Patrick Peterson

Written by B/R NFL Scout Cory Giddings

The Jacksonville Jaguars reportedly could surprise some people with their selection with the No. 5 pick in Thursday's NFL draft.

ESPN's Adam Schefter explained that while most mock drafts have linked the Jags to Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham, first-year general manager James Gladstone "might not be that predictable." One league executive told Schefter, "Jacksonville is a wild card -- watch."

B/R's NFL Scouting Department predicted in its mock draft that the Jags would use the fifth pick to select Graham, with B/R NFL scout Matt Holder writing, "The B/R Scouting Dept. has mocked Graham to the Jaguars several times, making the pick almost chalk at this point."

However, Schefter noted that new Jacksonville head coach Liam Coen "has long had a soft spot for wide receivers in the draft." The consensus top receiver outside of Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter is Arizona's Tetairoa McMillan, who has drawn comparisons to Tampa Bay Buccaneers star Mike Evans. Coen served as Tampa Bay's offensive coordinator during the 2024 season.

"Coen, who coached Evans last year, knows how valuable a player like that can be to an offense," Schefter stated. "Some have questions McMillan's passion for football, but others suggest he is misunderstood and that, when he's on a football field, 'he's an absolute baller.'"

It sounds like the Jags will be a team to keep an eye on when the first round of the 2025 NFL draft commences later this week.

The Jacksonville Jaguars selected USC IOL Jonah Monheim with the No. 221 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Jordan Monheim has been a four-year starter at multiple positions at USC, most recently in 2024, when he started 12 games at center inside the Trojans' 60-40 pass-run split, multiple-run scheme. Monheim has a lean, athletic build with marginal arm length, good athletic ability, and adequate play strength.

Monheim is a loose, fluid run blocker with good quickness out of his stance, pad level and tight hand placement. This allows him to hook the shade on zone, get inside/underneath his target on double-teams and close space quickly on back blocks. Monheim's burst allows him to establish first meaningful contact more often than not despite a sawed off frame and once latched has solid grip strength, active feet and a firm understanding of the play's intent to secure rush lanes just long enough before getting stacked and/or pried open. He is an asset on screens, pulls and climbs where his angles and quicks allow him to close space and regularly intersect smaller targets. When Monheim does get stacked it is a chore for him to close space and regain full control, leaving him scrambling, edged and/or into compromising positions as the rep progresses, especially against hulking nose tackles. He strains hard to finish and stay attached to blocks but rarely finishes defenders to the ground or delivers body blows.

In pass protection Monheim's movement skills allow him to shift his weight laterally and mirror speed moves and sub-package rushers with the processing skills to pass and pick up basic line games and stunts. He has a solid anchor due to his leverage skills and mobility but a lack of mass and girth leave him susceptible to power clubs and push-pull techniques from bigger rushers.

Overall, Monheim offers good athletic ability, use of leverage, experience and proven versatility to be an asset on the move in the run game and matched up against speed/sub-package rushers in pass protection while bringing enough play strength to compete for a backup role on the interior as a rookie with most of his upside coming at center. His sawed-off, lean build and middling power will make it a chore to maintain his base and balance when isolated against NFL defensive tackles, but he should carve out a role due to his movement skills and experience.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'4"

WEIGHT: 302

HAND: 9¼"

ARM: 30⅛"

WINGSPAN: 77"

40-YARD DASH: NA

3-CONE: NA

SHUTTLE: NA

VERTICAL: NA

BROAD: NA

POSITIVES

— Good movement skills, burst and quickness

— Plays with good pad level and leverage to get inside and underneath targets at the point of attack

— Solid grip strength and active, quick feet help him stay in the fight and die slowly against shed attempts

— An asset on climbs, screens and pulls with precise angles to close ground and intersect smaller targets

— Loose, fluid mover in pass protection allows him to matchup and mirror against speed moves and sub-package rushers

— Good lower half mobility and mechanics to timely transition into his anchor

— Proven versatility at several positions

NEGATIVES

— Sawed off frame saps his ability to maintain full control through stack-shed attempts

— Below average square power leave him scrambling to keep nose tackle body types latched and secured

— Rarely see physical dominance, finishes to the ground or body blows being delivered on film

NOTES

— Born June 7, 2002

— 3-star recruit from the 2020 class, per 247Sports

— 46 career starts at right tackle (18), left tackle (12), center (12) and right guard (four)

— Two-time team captain

— Accepted his invite to the 2025 Senior Bowl

GRADE: 6.4 (Developmental Prospect - Round 5)

OVERALL RANK: 179

POSITION RANK: IOL18

PRO COMPARISON: Robert Hainsey

Written by B/R NFL Scout Brandon Thorn

The Jacksonville Jaguars selected West Virginia IOL Wyatt Milum with the No. 89 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Wyatt Milum is a four-year starter at tackle inside West Virginia's run-heavy (60-40 run-pass split) multiple-run scheme. Milum has a long torso, below-average arm length, and a well-rounded build with solid athletic ability and good play strength.

Milum is an experienced and skilled run blocker who excels at fitting and covering up defenders on angle-drive and down blocks with very good grip strength to clench and sustain once latched. He also locates the hip/ribs of defenders as the drive-man on double-teams to jolt and feed them over. Milum shows good timing and solid burst on climbs to line up backers and work inside-out on targets as a puller to secure lanes off of his backside. He runs into issues against spiking/slanting defenders across his face, where he will get caught leaning and be late to redirect and cut off penetration. He will also step under himself on the backside of outside zone cut-offs, leaving him a tick behind the target.

In pass protection, Milum has a stiff, jarring punch with tight hand placement to gain access to the frame of rushers, especially on play-action jump sets where he routinely ends the rep quickly near the line of scrimmage. Milum handles the bull rush well due to a quick, firm anchor, and he shows good processing skills to sort and handle lines, games, and stunts. On true dropback reps, he does a nice job of mixing up his pass sets and strikes to bait and disrupt the timing of rushers, but his upright playing style leaves his balance shaky against adept counter moves, causing him to either get caught flat-footed or straight-legged, leaving him tardy to redirect.

Overall, Milum is an experienced, skilled run blocker with good play strength and powerful hands to displace and sustain blocks. He excels in pass protection on jump sets with a stout anchor to end reps quickly once latched. His upright playing style, sawed-off build, and mediocre lateral quickness lead to getting caught flat-footed and overextended when being set up by rushers capping his ceiling on true drop-back passes against high-end rushers.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'6"

WEIGHT: 317

HAND: 10¼"

ARM: 32⅛"

WINGSPAN: 79½"

40-YARD DASH: 5.27

3-CONE: NA

SHUTTLE: 4.69

VERTICAL: 30"

BROAD: 9'0"

POSITIVES

— Heavy hands to deliver jolt on contact, displace and steer defenders away from the ball

— Solid athletic ability, burst and angles on climbs and pulls to line up his target

— Does a nice job locating the hip/ribs as the drive man on doubles to bump, feed and secure the first level before releasing to the second

— Excels on play-action with a tight, stiff punch to gain quick control, clench and end reps quickly

— Active, effective catch hand in pass protection helps to slow down inside counters

— Good play strength in his anchor to timely halt and sit down on power

— Mixes up his sets and hands to disrupt the timing of rushers

— Plays with good spacing, timing and recognition to sort and handle basic line games and stunts

NEGATIVES

— Upright playing style with some lower-half stiffness

— Middling lateral quickness and redirect skills leads to quick access to his edges

— Will dip his head, lean and be tardy cutting off moves across his face

— Erratic and inconsistent in pass protection at guard during Senior Bowl practices.

NOTES

— Born Dec. 27, 2001

— 4-star recruit from the 2021 class, per 247Sports

— No. 1 ranked tackle recruit in West Virginia

— Zero sacks allowed during the 2023 season

— 43 career starts split between left (35) and right (eight) tackle

GRADE: 7.1 (High-Level Backup/Potential Starter — 3rd Round)

OVERALL RANK: 95

POSITION RANK: IOL11

PRO COMPARISON: Austin Corbett

Written by B/R NFL Scout Brandon Thorn

The Jacksonville Jaguars selected Virginia Tech RB Bhayshul Tuten with the No. 104 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Bhayshul Tuten is an electrifying runner with elite top-end speed to turn short runs into house calls at any time. 

Virginia Tech’s offense had glimpses over the years of being schematically balanced, running both gap and zone concepts. Tuten is an explosive, one-cut outside zone runner. When plays are blocked up, he unleashes the big-play speed that he is known for.

Tuten's speed forces defenses to remain disciplined in their run fits. The wrong read or freelancing from second-level defenders can result in an explosive run for a score. 

Tuten reads outside leverage well and quickly to decide if he should bang the run inside or bounce it outside. He runs with a physical temperament, looking to finish through defenders upfield. Tuten has powerful legs and hips to drive through arm tackles for yards after contact. He is gifted with a low center of gravity, where the low man usually wins leverage battles. 

Tuten is a good and reliable pass protector. He squares up defenders and delivers a pop upon contact. He is a dynamic kick-return specialist with two touchdowns in 2023. 

However, ball security is a concern for Tuten, who had nine fumbles since 2023. Factoring in his physical running style, protecting the football will be paramount against physical and savvy NFL defenses.

Tuten needs to lean more on evading defenders instead of inviting head-on collisions. Hits in the NFL add up and can become problematic for potential injuries. He could benefit from some coaching to emphasize staying disciplined to the run path instead of bouncing runs outside to chase explosive plays. 

Tuten is a compact and charged-up running back prospect. He projects to be an RB2 with starting upside. His speed and acceleration behind a good offensive line on outside zone calls would be a perfect pairing.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 5'9"

WEIGHT: 206

HAND: 9"

ARM: 29½"

WINGSPAN: 70¼"

40-YARD DASH: 4.32

SHUTTLE: 4.41

VERTICAL: 40.5"

BROAD: 10'10"

POSITIVES

— Electric open-field athlete with sprinter speed and acceleration.

— Compact and densely built frame with a low center of gravity.

— A patient and well-paced runner to find daylight.

— Best suited as a one-cut outside zone runner.

NEGATIVES

— Consistency protecting the ball through contact; had nine fumbles since 2023.

— Too many head-on violent collisions; can benefit from being more evasive.

— Discipline as a runner. Will bounce runs wide instead of getting what is blocked inside.

NOTES

— Born Feb. 14, 2003

— Unranked recruit in 2021 class, per 247Sports

— 2024 All-ACC Second-Team running back

— 2023 All-ACC Second-Team all-purpose back; All-ACC Third-Team running back

GRADE: 7.0 (High-Level Backup/Potential Starter — 3rd Round) 

OVERALL RANK: 107

POSITION RANK: RB9

PRO COMPARISON: Shades of Steve Slaton

Written by B/R NFL Scout Dame Parson

It seems like the No. 1 overall pick of the 2022 NFL draft will be staying with his team through at least the 2026 season.

That is because the Jacksonville Jaguars exercised the club option for the 2026 campaign on defensive end Travon Walker's contract on Monday.

Walker's contract is set to pay him $1.1 million in base salary in 2025 ahead of the club option in 2026. But that deal was also a focal point heading into the offseason after the 2024 campaign seeing how the Jaguars had just extended homegrown talent in quarterback Trevor Lawrence and fellow pass-rusher Josh Hines-Allen the previous summer.

From his perspective, Walker was motivated to see such a development.

"Just from watching those two guys alone, they show you a lot of the things that they do inside the building, on the field and off the field, just from them being one of the first people in the building to being one of the last people leaving the building," Walker said ahead of the 2024 season, per Eric Edholm of NFL.com.

"And just a lot of the extra things they put into the game that you probably won't get from a game unless you put in that extra (time). So it's definitely fuel to the fire for me, just seeing those guys doing it the right way. I mean, who wouldn't want to follow in those footsteps to be in that position one day?"

Jacksonville surely envisioned him being a cornerstone of the franchise when it selected him with the No. 1 overall pick of the 2022 draft.

Travon Walker STRIP SACK. Josh Hines-Allen recovers.

📺: #INDvsJAX on CBS/Paramount+
📱: https://t.co/waVpO8ZBqG pic.twitter.com/kcUtAxGyUA

— NFL (@NFL) October 6, 2024

Yet his career got off to a slow start statistically, as he posted just 3.5 sacks as a rookie and was overshadowed by Hines-Allen and others on the defensive line. The team made the postseason, but the Jaguars were looking for more from an individual perspective.

And Walker delivered more in his second and third seasons.

After finishing the 2023 campaign with 10 sacks, he followed up with 61 tackles, 10.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, one pass defended and one fumble recovery. Not only did he recover the fumble, he returned it for a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Walker was a bright spot in an otherwise disappointing season for the 4-13 Jaguars, and it is reasonable to expect him to be even better moving forward with additional experience since he is still just 24 years old.

And Jacksonville made sure that improvement will happen on its roster through at least the 2026 campaign with this decision.

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The Dallas Cowboys reportedly lost a longtime veteran defensive player at the start of NFL free agency on Monday.

According to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Mike Garafolo and Peter Schrager, cornerback Jourdan Lewis is signing a three-year, $30 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars that includes $20 million fully guaranteed following his eight-year run with the Cowboys.

Rapoport noted that Monday's deal makes Lewis the highest-paid nickel cornerback in the NFL. He will reportedly be making $12.5 million in the first year of his new contract.

Lewis appeared in 16 games in 2024 and recorded a career-high 71 total tackles while adding eight passes defended, an interception, a sack, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery. He appeared in at least 15 games in seven out of his eight seasons in Dallas after entering the league as a third-round pick in the 2017 NFL draft.

The Jaguars disappointed in 2024 and finished with a 4-13 record. Jacksonville fired head coach Doug Pederson at the end of the year and replaced him with Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen. The team also parted ways with longtime general manager Trent Baalke and hired former Los Angeles Rams personnel executive James Gladstone to the position.

One of the Jaguars' top priorities this offseason is improving their pass defense, which ranked last in the league in 2024 with 257.4 yards allowed per game. No other team in the NFL allowed an average of over 250 yards. Adding Lewis is a positive step, but more work must be done in Jacksonville.

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Josh Hines-Allen is in disbelief that his ex-teammate, wide receiver Christian Kirk, has reportedly been traded to the AFC South division rival Houston Texans.

Kirk to Houston can’t be real.

— Joshua Hines-Allen (@JoshHinesAllen) March 6, 2025

Per Dianna Russini of The Athletic, the Jags were planning on releasing Kirk but instead traded him to Houston for a 2026 seventh-round draft pick.

The Jaguars signed Kirk to a four-year, $72 million contract during the 2022 offseason. At the time, the deal was widely criticized as a massive overpay for a receiver who had fared well in his first four pro seasons as an Arizona Cardinal but never crossed the 1,000-yard mark.

Kirk was excellent in his first Jacksonville season, though, catching 84 passes for 1,108 yards and eight touchdowns on a Jags team that won the AFC South and overcame a 27-0 deficit to defeat the Los Angeles Chargers 31-30 in the AFC Wild Card round.

Unfortunately, injuries curtailed Kirk's next two seasons, holding him to just 20 games total. He was on pace to surpass 1,000 yards again in 2023 before a core muscle injury ended his season after 12 contests (57/787/3).

In 2024, Kirk and the rest of the Jags offense struggled. He had just 27 receptions for 379 yards and a touchdown before a broken collarbone ended his season after eight games.

Jacksonville is under new leadership in general manager James Gladstone and head coach Liam Coen, and the team wants to turn the page on the ex-No. 1 wideout.

The Jags' loss could be the Texans' gain. Houston needs wideout help, especially with Stefon Diggs now a free agent and Tank Dell potentially missing most of 2025 after a devastating knee injury suffered against the Kansas City Chiefs last December.

Kirk could very well be WR2 in Houston behind Nico Collins as the defending back-to-back AFC South champs look to take the next step. That may not make some of his ex-Jags teammates happy, and Hines-Allen in particular is understandably stunned.