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Chris Rodriguez signs with Jaguars, aims for increased role in 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 1:05 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Chris Rodriguez signs with Jaguars, aims for increased role in 2026

Summary

Chris Rodriguez signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars this offseason after two unremarkable years with Washington. Under coach Liam Coen, who previously helped him excel at Kentucky, Rodriguez seeks to capitalize on the departure of Travis Etienne. Though he had a breakout season in 2025, the running back faces competition from Bhayshul Tuten and LeQuint Allen, limiting his potential fantasy impact. Rodriguez is currently recovering from a foot injury that hampered his offseason program, adding uncertainty to his role as the Jaguars' training camp progresses.

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Status Watch

•Rodriguez spent two years with Washington before joining Jaguars
•He posted career highs in 2025 with 500 rushing yards and six touchdowns
•Competing with Tuten and Allen for playing time
•Rodriguez recovering from foot injury during offseason program
•ADP currently sits at RB45, but projections vary on his role

Latest Updates

1:05 PMYahoo Sports — Chris Rodriguez Fantasy Outlook 2026: RB Has the Role and the Coach, But a Capped Fantasy Ceiling

What they're saying

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Chris Rodriguez spent the first two years of his career as an afterthought in Washington before finally getting a real opportunity in 2025. This offseason, he signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars and reunited with Liam Coen, the coach who got the best out of him in college.
— Yahoo Sports

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