Jaguars acquire DT Davon Godchaux from Saints ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 6:23 PM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
The Jacksonville Jaguars traded for defensive tackle Davon Godchaux from the New Orleans Saints on November 9, 2026. This move follows the acquisition of safety Jessie Bates from the Atlanta Falcons, addressing clear roster needs ahead of the trade deadline. Godchaux, a veteran in his 10th NFL season, offers depth to the Jaguars' defensive front, particularly after the injury to DaVon Hamilton. The Jaguars are sending a 2028 sixth-round pick to the Saints, which may convert to a 2027 pick based on future selections. The team may continue to pursue additional defensive tackle options.
- •Jaguars traded a 2028 sixth-round pick for Davon Godchaux.
- •Godchaux has 5.5 career sacks with no sacks since 2022.
- •Jaguars acquired safety Jessie Bates earlier from Falcons.
- •Godchaux joins to bolster defense after DaVon Hamilton's injury.
- •Jaguars still exploring additional defensive tackle options.
- 6:23 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars to trade for Saints' 10th-year DT to pair with Jessie Bates' deal
"The Jaguars are making some moves a day before the trade deadline.
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