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J.K. Dobbins nearly signed with Jaguars before re-signing with Broncos

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 11:20 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

J.K. Dobbins nearly signed with Jaguars before re-signing with Broncos

Summary

J.K. Dobbins has signed a new two-year contract with the Denver Broncos, reports say. Prior to this agreement, Dobbins had a deal in place with the Jacksonville Jaguars that was reportedly 'done.' The running back, who gained 772 yards in 2025 before injuring his foot, aims to replicate his success this season and achieve his first 1,000-yard year, while insisting that last season's performance was not a fluke. Dobbins, 27, is focused on remaining healthy throughout the year as he looks to build on his previous contributions.

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Status Watch

•J.K. Dobbins re-signs with the Broncos for two years.
•Dobbins had an agreement nearly finalized with the Jaguars.
•He rushed for 772 yards before a season-ending foot injury in 2025.
•Dobbins aims for his first 1,000-yard season in 2026.
•Dobbins is 27 years old and seeks to prove last season wasn't a fluke.

Latest Updates

2:59 PMYahoo Sports — RB J.K. Dobbins nearly signed with the Jaguars before re-signing with the Broncos
11:20 PMYahoo Sports — Report: J.K. Dobbins had deal in place with Jaguars before re-signing with Broncos

What they're saying

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According to The Denver Post’s Luca Evans, veteran running back J.K. Dobbins nearly signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars during free agency before re-signing with the Denver Broncos. Evans notes that Dobbins returning to the Broncos was far from a sure thing. The team was looking at other backs, and Dobbins had an agreement with the […]
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