Jaguars sign linebacker Jahlani Tavai on August 6
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:56 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Jaguars signed linebacker Jahlani Tavai, the team announced on August 6. Tavai, 29, was released by the Patriots in March after two seasons with the team, where he recorded 42 tackles and a forced fumble in 12 games last season. To make room, the Jaguars waived linebacker Jared Bartlett with an injury designation. Tavai was selected in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft by the Lions, totaling 432 tackles and 67 starts over his career.
- •Jaguars signed Jahlani Tavai on August 6.
- •Tavai played for the Patriots previous two seasons.
- •He had 42 tackles and one forced fumble in 2025.
- •Jaguars waived Jared Bartlett due to injury.
- •Tavai brings extensive experience from seven NFL seasons.
- 10:56 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars sign LB Jahlani Tavai
"The Jaguars signed linebacker Jahlani Tavai, the team announced Thursday.
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