ESPN lists Jaguars among NFL teams likely to decline in 2026

ESPN's Bill Barnwell identifies the Jacksonville Jaguars as one of five NFL teams anticipated to decline in the 2026 season. Despite a strong 2025 campaign, ending with a 13-4 record, concerns are raised regarding the team's performance in one-score games and difficulty in sustaining positive turnover metrics. The Jaguars' schedule, featuring numerous road games, alongside the loss of a largely favorable competition aspect, adds to skepticism about their ability to replicate past success. However, continuity in offensive and defensive systems could allow for growth, as evidenced by emerging connections between players like Trevor Lawrence and Brian Thomas Jr.

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