Ezra Cleveland prepares for 2026 season with Jaguars after solid 2025
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 11:54 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Offensive lineman Ezra Cleveland is set to enter the 2026 NFL season with the Jacksonville Jaguars after a strong 2025 campaign. Cleveland appeared in 1,057 snaps, committing only three penalties and allowing 24 pressures on pass rushes. The Jaguars have added rookie Emmanuel Pregnon, who could challenge Cleveland for the starting left guard position. Next season is crucial for Cleveland, as it marks the final year of his contract.
- •Cleveland joined the Jaguars in 2023 after being drafted by the Vikings in 2020.
- •He ranked 40th among guards in run-blocking grade in 2025.
- •Cleveland's 2025 season featured a career-best in penalties and pressures.
- •Emmanuel Pregnon was drafted to push Cleveland for the left guard spot.
- •2026 is the final year of Cleveland's contract with the Jaguars.
- 11:54 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars roster preview: Can Ezra Cleveland build off 2025 performance?
"With training camp off in the distance, we will be previewing each player on the Jaguars' 90-man roster. Up next is OL Ezra Cleveland.
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