Jacksonville Jaguars Expected to Target Wide Receiver and Defensive Help at NFL Trade Deadline

The Jacksonville Jaguars, currently holding a 5-3 record, are considered potential buyers at the NFL trade deadline, with multiple positions under consideration for reinforcement. Head coach Liam Coen confirmed the team has no plans to move second-year wideout Brian Thomas Jr., indicating the Jaguars are likely to seek complementary receivers, defensive backs, or interior defensive linemen to bolster their roster. First-year GM James Gladstone's aggressiveness in trades is anticipated to guide the team’s moves, especially as Travis Hunter remains sidelined with a knee injury, which could keep him out for several weeks though a return later in the season is possible. The Jaguars’ receiver depth is notably strained without Hunter, sparking trade rumors involving receivers like Jakobi Meyers and Jaylen Waddle to provide more steady playmakers for quarterback Trevor Lawrence. Defensively, the Jaguars aim to improve their secondary and pass rush, with safety and interior defensive line upgrades being priorities, especially after losing safety Eric Murray for several games. Overall, Jacksonville is balancing the need for immediate upgrades while maintaining their core young talent and future draft capital.