Jaguars acquire defensive tackle Davon Godchaux from Saints ahead of trade deadline

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Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Jaguars acquire defensive tackle Davon Godchaux from Saints ahead of trade deadline
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The Jacksonville Jaguars have acquired defensive tackle Davon Godchaux from the New Orleans Saints in a move to strengthen their defensive line. This trade comes after the season-ending injury to DaVon Hamilton, who suffered a torn quad. Godchaux is known for his run-stopping ability and joins a defensive unit aiming to maintain its performance after Hamilton's departure. The Jaguars traded a 2028 sixth-round pick that could turn into a 2027 sixth-round pick in exchange for Godchaux. He is currently in a one-year contract valued at $650,000 and will become an unrestricted free agent next March unless extended.

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  • •Jaguars trade for Davon Godchaux ahead of NFL Trade Deadline
  • •DaVon Hamilton's injury leaves Jaguars thin at defensive tackle
  • •Godchaux is known for run-stopping with limited pass-rushing stats
  • •Jaguars give up 2028 sixth-round pick for Godchaux
  • •Godchaux to become unrestricted free agent in March 2027
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The Jacksonville Jaguars were reportedly looking to add a defensive tackle ahead of the NFL Trade Deadline after a season-ending injury to a key contributor. DaVon Hamilton suffered a torn quad in Week 8 against the Indianapolis Colts. Hamilton, who enters a contract year, has been a strong force behind the league’s fifth-ranked run defense. […] The post Jacksonville Jaguars: Land 31-Year-Old Run Stopper appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.

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