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Jaguars sign linebacker Amari Burney, waive Keni-H Lovely

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Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Jaguars sign linebacker Amari Burney, waive Keni-H Lovely

Summary

The Jacksonville Jaguars signed linebacker Amari Burney on August 11, following a stint with the Raiders and Titans. Burney, who played with Jaguars linebacker Ventrell Miller at Florida, aims to bolster the team's defense after injuries to key players. To accommodate Burney, the Jaguars waived cornerback Keni-H Lovely, who spent last season on the practice squad. This marks the third linebacker acquisition for the Jaguars since the start of training camp.

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Status Watch

•Amari Burney was signed by the Jaguars today.
•Burney had a productive college career with Florida.
•Keni-H Lovely was waived to make room for Burney.
•Burney was a sixth-round pick by the Raiders in 2023.
•Injury to Jack Kiser prompted recent linebacker signings.

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5:55 AMYahoo Sports — Jaguars Sign Former Raiders Draft-Pick In Latest Roster Move
12:50 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars sign linebacker Amari Burney, waive cornerback Keni-H Lovely
12:38 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars sign LB Amari Burney

What they're saying

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With less than a month to Week 1, the Jaguars are doing everything they can to make sure they come out on top of the AFC South, even if that means rapid mid-camp signings and waivers.Tuesday came with another one, as Jacksonville signed former Raiders linebacker Amari Burney.To open a spot for Burney on the […] The post Jaguars Sign Former Raiders Draft-Pick In Latest Roster Move appeared first on HEAVY.
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