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Jaguars Start Offseason, Trades, Draft Prep Intensify

PUBLISHED Apr 19, 2026, 9:27 AM ET

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Jaguars began their 2026 offseason program Monday after concluding the 2025 season, entering the offseason with 11 total draft picks and four selections inside the top 100. This week the team completed a trade sending Maason Smith to the Atlanta Falcons for Ruke Orhorhoro and held virtual meetings with late-round quarterback prospects. Team management, led by general manager James Gladstone and position coaches, said they will monitor the health and timelines for Travis Hunter and Cole Van Lanen as on-field workouts are scheduled to start next month. The club plans to evaluate defensive interior depth and the quarterback room during the coming weeks, using multiple seventh-round options and veteran competition to shape roster decisions.

By Sarah Whitman | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

2025 season conclusion prompted roster evaluation and draft preparation.
Jaguars entered 2026 offseason holding 11 draft picks and four top-100 selections.
Maason Smith was traded to the Atlanta Falcons; Ruke Orhorhoro was acquired.
Team held virtual meetings with late-round QB prospects including Athan Kaliakmanis.
Offseason program officially began Monday; on-field workouts set to begin next month.

News Intelligence

The Jaguars' offseason moves could reshape the team. Trades and draft picks affect the lineup and game strategy. If you're a fan, you'll want to watch these changes. They could impact the team's performance next season.

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Who Benefited

The Jacksonville Jaguars benefited by increasing roster flexibility, acquiring Ruke Orhorhoro to add interior pass-rush depth, and retaining multiple late-round selections to develop quarterback and depth pieces.