Jaguars face tough roster choices at linebacker position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 10:56 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The Jacksonville Jaguars are preparing to make difficult roster decisions at the linebacker position ahead of the 2026 season. Foye Oluokun, Ventrell Miller, and Dennis Gardeck are expected to start, leaving a limited number of spots available for additional linebackers. Jack Kiser, Branson Combs, and Jalen McLeod are among those vying for positions, while seventh-round pick Parker Hughes and Yasir Abdullah are also in contention. Training camp and preseason games will ultimately determine the final roster composition.
- •Jaguars need to finalize a 53-man roster this summer
- •Current starters likely include Foye Oluokun, Ventrell Miller, and Dennis Gardeck
- •Potential backups include Jack Kiser, Branson Combs, and Jalen McLeod
- •Parker Hughes and Yasir Abdullah also vie for roster spots
- •Training camp and preseason will influence final decisions
- 10:56 AMYahoo Sports — Difficult roster decisions coming at a defensive position for Jaguars
"At one defensive position group in particular, some difficult roster decisions will have to be made down the road.
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