Jacksonville is making a serious push for a Super Bowl run. With the NFL trade deadline approaching, the 6-2 Jaguars made three deals Monday, giving up a significant haul of draft picks to strengthen their defense.
The biggest move brought defensive tackle Jordan Davis over from Philadelphia. Jacksonville sent the Eagles a 2027 first-round pick and a 2029 second-rounder for the 26-year-old, who was selected in the first round of the 2022 draft.
The Jaguars also acquired Pro Bowl safety Jessie Bates from Atlanta for a second- and fifth-round pick, and defensive tackle Davon Godchaux from New Orleans for a sixth-rounder.
Jacksonville has won five of its last six games, with quarterback Trevor Lawrence playing well. He has thrown 18 touchdown passes, tied for fourth in the league, and his 111.7 passer rating ranks fifth. The Jaguars have one of the NFL’s top scoring offenses and a strong defense, too, but they appear to believe they need more help against elite rushing teams they could face in the playoffs.
Philadelphia, meanwhile, seems to be looking further down the road. The Eagles have moved on from A.J. Brown, parted ways with Cam Jurgens and now traded Davis. They have two first-round picks in both 2027 and 2028, plus two second-round picks in 2029.
The team has also seen veteran players leave, including Lane Johnson, who retired, while uncertainty around quarterback Jalen Hurts adds another complication. Jacksonville is focused on winning now; Philadelphia appears to be building for what comes next.
