Jaguars acquire Pro Bowl safety Jessie Bates from Falcons
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 1:09 PM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
The Jacksonville Jaguars are trading for Jessie Bates from the Atlanta Falcons ahead of the NFL trade deadline. In exchange, the Jaguars will give the Falcons a 2027 second-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick. This move follows the Jaguars' recent victory against the Baltimore Ravens and addresses their defensive needs. Bates has a solid career record, including 28 interceptions and strong performances this season. He is set to become a free agent after the year.
- •Jaguars trade for Jessie Bates from Falcons.
- •Two draft picks sent to Atlanta: 2027 2nd round, 2028 5th round.
- •Bates has 60 total tackles this season with Atlanta.
- •Jaguars lead the AFC South and aim for playoff success.
- •Bates to be a free agent in the upcoming offseason.
- 1:09 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars reportedly acquiring Falcons' Pro Bowl safety in major trade
- 1:03 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Jaguars make trade for Falcons safety before deadline
"The Jacksonville Jaguars are getting some needed safety help ahead of the NFL trade deadline.
"This is a huge move for the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 9, 2026, 1:09 PMJaguars reportedly acquiring Falcons' Pro Bowl safety in major trade
This is a huge move for the Jacksonville Jaguars.
- Yahoo SportsNov 9, 2026, 1:03 PMReport: Jaguars make trade for Falcons safety before deadline
The Jacksonville Jaguars are getting some needed safety help ahead of the NFL trade deadline.
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