3 Jaguars undrafted rookies who could make 53-man roster push
The Jaguars signed 18 UDFAs after the 2026 NFL draft. These three may have the best chance to make a roster push.
Last year, we saw undrafted rookies Danny Striggow and BJ Green make the Jacksonville Jaguars' initial 53-man roster. Which UDFAs from the 2026 draft class have the best opportunity to accomplish that? Ultimately, how these players perform will carry the most weight when James Gladstone and Liam Coen are making these decisions.
But also a part of the equation is that the UDFA has to be at a position group where there is a roster spot opening. So, taking into account those two important factors -- level of play and roster construction -- here are three UDFAs to watch for as offseason programs and eventually training camp begin. CB Devon Marshall Travis Hunter, Jourdan Lewis, Montaric Brown, and Jarrian Jones hold the top four spots on the depth chart.
Christian Braswell probably makes the team, but he's not a roster lock. If the Jaguars keep a sixth cornerback, that spot is completely up for grabs. Marshall made 47 of his 50 tackle attempts and was one of PFF's top graded run defenders at the cornerback position last season.
Throughout his career, he has been stingy in coverage, allowing a completion rate of just 49%. He's also had excellent ball production, generating four interceptions and 20 pass breakups over the last two seasons. DL Jalen Hunt As of now, we can say that four roster spots at defensive tackle are accounted for between Arik Armstead, DaVon Hamilton, Albert Regis, and Ruke Orhorhoro.