Jaguars sign Chris Rodriguez Jr. following two prior cuts by Commanders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 9:02 AM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
The Jacksonville Jaguars signed running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. to a two-year, $10 million contract on March 11, 2026. Rodriguez, who played for the University of Kentucky, is expected to help fill the void left by Travis Etienne's departure to the New Orleans Saints. He was initially drafted by the Washington Commanders in 2023 but was cut twice before establishing a role in the NFL, including a solid season in 2025 where he contributed 500 rushing yards and six touchdowns. Rodriguez reunites with Jaguars head coach Liam Coen, who was his offensive coordinator at Kentucky.
- •Rodriguez signs a two-year, $10 million deal with Jaguars.
- •He previously played for the University of Kentucky.
- •Rodriguez was drafted by Commanders in 2023.
- •He was waived twice by the Commanders in 2024.
- •In 2025, Rodriguez rushed for 500 yards and six touchdowns.
- 9:02 AMYahoo Sports — Jaguars' Chris Rodriguez Jr. was cut twice by same team before payday
"The Jacksonville Jaguars signed running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. to a two-year deal to help replace Travis Etienne in 2026.
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