Jaguars assess position battles after first preseason game

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Jaguars assess position battles after first preseason game
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Following the Jacksonville Jaguars' first preseason game on August 16, 2026, evaluations of nine key positional battles are underway. Carter Bradley appears to have the edge in the quest for the third quarterback spot. At tight end, Tanner Koziol is ahead of Quintin Morris and Hunter Long. Rookie receivers CJ Williams and Josh Cameron have positioned themselves well, overshadowing veteran Austin Trammell. The offensive line faces uncertainty due to injuries, while BJ Green's strong performance has him in line for a defensive end rotation role. The competition remains tight for linebacker spots, with Ventrell Miller currently slightly ahead of Branson Combs. Decisions on cornerback and safety depth also loom as preparations continue for the regular season.

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  • Carter Bradley leads third quarterback race over Joey Aguilar.
  • Tanner Koziol firmly holds tight end position over Morris and Long.
  • Rookies CJ Williams and Josh Cameron outshine Austin Trammell at wide receiver.
  • BJ Green earns a potential spot in defensive end rotation.
  • Position battles for linebacker and cornerback remain competitive.
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Following the Jaguars first preseason game, let's take a look at where things stand at nine positional battles for Jacksonville.

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