Jaguars' Oluokun aims for leadership role after Lloyd's departure
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 11:34 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Foye Oluokun will step into a larger leadership role for the Jacksonville Jaguars following Devin Lloyd's departure to the Carolina Panthers. Oluokun has been recognized as one of the NFL's best linebackers, ranking 15th on PFF's list. He has led the league in tackles the past two seasons but seeks to enhance his run defense this year. With Lloyd gone, Oluokun's performance will be crucial for the Jaguars as they aim to maintain a strong defensive unit.
- •Devin Lloyd has left for the Carolina Panthers in free agency.
- •Oluokun ranked 15th among NFL linebackers by PFF.
- •He has led the NFL in tackles in 2021 and 2022.
- •Oluokun aims to improve his run defense this season.
- •Jaguars' defense was ranked best in the NFL against the run last season.
- 11:34 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars’ Oluokun Ranked Among NFL's Best Linebackers
"With Devin Lloyd gone, Foye Oluokun must anchor Jacksonville's defense. One of the league’s top tackling machines now looks to shed his underrated status and dominate as the unit's undisputed leader.
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