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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. The Jacksonville Jaguars added 10 players in the 2026 NFL Draft and signed 18 undrafted free agents, bringing their rookie total to 28. The club has scheduled rookie minicamp and OTAs this month as coaches begin hands-on evaluations of roster depth and position battles ahead of training camp. Coaching staff will assess which rookies can contribute immediately. The article ranks the Jaguars’ 10 draft picks by expected Year 1 impact and identifies Nate Boerkircher (No. 56) as the most likely early-impact rookie, citing his run-blocking and a potential role as the No. 2 or No. 3 tight end. The report also notes undrafted running back J’Mari Taylor will compete for depth with DeeJay Dallas, and that Liam Coen confirmed Travis Hunter will continue two-way involvement while he progresses in rehabilitation. The ranking characterizes Albert Regis (No. 81) as a backup nose tackle behind DaVon Hamilton who should have a weekly role and likely play more than the roughly 13 snaps per game Austin Johnson averaged last season. Wesley Williams projects as a rotational early-down defensive end who can contribute against the run. Josh Cameron is described as a do-it-all backup receiver valued for blocking, red-zone work and return ability. Emmanuel Pregnon is listed among the top five because he can provide experienced guard depth and step in when needed. Zach Durfee’s best path is a sub-package pass-rusher role, while third-round safety Jalen Huskey is expected to have a limited defensive role but immediate impact on special teams. Tanner Koziol is seen as a situational pass-catcher limited by blocking, and late-round pick Hughes is noted for traits that could make him a core special teamer.

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