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Jaguars host Buccaneers in final preseason game as roster decisions loom

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 4:42 AM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Jaguars host Buccaneers in final preseason game as roster decisions loom

Summary

The Jacksonville Jaguars face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at home on Friday at 7:30 PM in their preseason finale. While starters will not play, several roster hopefuls will have a final chance to showcase their skills before the team reduces its roster from 90 to 53 by Sunday at 6:00 PM. Key position battles include quarterback Carter Bradley and Joey Aguilar, as well as running backs J'Mari Taylor and Ameer Abdullah. Undrafted rookies Trebor Pena and Bryan Thomas Jr. are also vying for roster spots ahead of the final decision.

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Status Watch

•Jaguars play Buccaneers in preseason game on Friday night.
•QB3 battle intensifies between Carter Bradley and Joey Aguilar.
•Running back spot in contention with J'Mari Taylor and Ameer Abdullah.
•Undrafted rookies Trebor Pena and Bryan Thomas Jr. impacting roster discussions.
•Team must finalize 53-man roster by Sunday at 6:00 PM.

Latest Updates

4:42 AMYahoo Sports — Jaguars Close Preseason with Intrastate Clash Against Buccaneers

What they're saying

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Roster hopefuls have one final audition as battles intensify, with front-office decisions looming less than 48 hours after the game ends.
— Yahoo Sports

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