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Jaguars waive Nick Mullens following Quinn Ewers trade

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 3:53 PM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Jaguars waive Nick Mullens following Quinn Ewers trade
Summary

The Jaguars are releasing quarterback Nick Mullens after trading for Quinn Ewers. Mullens, 31, joined the team in March 2025 on a two-year deal and played five games in the previous season, completing three passes for 19 yards. This decision occurs as the Jaguars look to finalize their roster ahead of the cutdown deadline. The team now has starting quarterback Trevor Lawrence, Ewers, Carter Bradley, and rookie Joey Aguilar remaining in the quarterback room.

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  • •Jaguars release Nick Mullens after acquiring Quinn Ewers
  • •Mullens played five games for Jacksonville last season
  • •Team must finalize roster by 6 p.m. ET on Sunday
  • •Trevor Lawrence remains the starting quarterback
  • •Mullens has 38 career appearances in NFL
Latest Updates
  • 2:54 PMYahoo Sports — James Gladstone explains Jaguars’ decision to keep Nick Mullens
  • 6:25 PMYahoo Sports — Former Vikings starting QB released by the Jaguars
  • 3:53 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars to release Nick Mullens after Quinn Ewers trade
What they're saying
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Jaguars GM James Gladstone explained why Jacksonville still values retaining Nick Mullens, even after the Quinn Ewers trade.

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In the aftermath of the Quinn Ewers trade, the Jaguars are letting go of one of their quarterbacks.

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Former Vikings QB Nick Mullens was released by the Jaguars after they acquired Quinn Ewers.

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