Jaguars' Jimto Obidegwu faces competition for OL roster spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 11:26 AM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Offensive lineman Jimto Obidegwu, who joined the Jacksonville Jaguars as an undrafted free agent, is in a competitive position group ahead of training camp. At 6-5 and 335 pounds, the 23-year-old has played over 2,100 snaps across multiple college programs, most recently at North Texas, where he excelled at right tackle. Despite his strong performance, including no sacks allowed last season, Obidegwu will have to compete against nine returning linemen and newly drafted Emmanuel Pregnon for a possible spot on the 53-man roster. Should he not secure a roster position, Obidegwu's Year 1 ceiling may be limited to the practice squad, allowing him to continue his development.
- •Obidegwu signed with the Jaguars after the 2026 NFL draft.
- •He played right tackle in his last season without allowing sacks.
- •The Jaguars have nine returning offensive linemen from last year.
- •Emmanuel Pregnon was added to the roster through the draft.
- •Obidegwu's best outcome may be a practice squad role.
- 11:26 AMYahoo Sports — Jaguars roster: UDFA Jimto Obidegwu faces crowded OL position group
"With training camp off in the distance, we will be previewing each player on the Jaguars' 90-man roster. Up next is OL Jimto Obidegwu.
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