Jacksonville Jaguars enter 2026 season with high expectations after roster retention

The Jacksonville Jaguars enter the 2026 season following a strong finish to the previous campaign that saw the team win eight consecutive games before a Wild Card loss to the Buffalo Bills. Head coach Liam Coen returns most of the 2025 roster, including Travis Hunter, who is expected to play a full season in the secondary. The team added guard Emmanuel Pregnon to bolster the offensive line while facing uncertainty at safety following the departure of Andrew Wingard. Although the running back corps faces low external expectations, tight end Brenton Strange is positioned for a larger role in the passing attack. Jacksonville opted for minimal free agency activity and relied on internal development to prepare for a demanding AFC North schedule.

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