5 Observations on Jaguars' First Practice Squad: Quinn Ewers Deal Already Ages Well
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- The Jacksonville Jaguars finalized their practice squad by filling 15 of 17 slots, focusing on strategic depth additions following their 53-man roster announcement.
- The trade for quarterback Quinn Ewers was beneficial, as the Jaguars swapped Carter Bradley for Ewers and retained Nick Mullens on the practice squad, enhancing their quarterback depth behind Trevor Lawrence.
- The team successfully retained three waived second-year defenders—Jabbar Muhammad, Jack Kiser, and Jalen McLeod—allowing them to continue developing within the Jaguars' system.
- Running back J'Mari Taylor stood out among undrafted rookies on the practice squad, showing potential to move up to the active roster in the future, similar to last year's Branson Combs.
- Linebacker Yasir Abdullah was the only waived player claimed off waivers, joining the Atlanta Falcons, while the Jaguars prioritized keeping Jack Kiser on the practice squad for their scheme needs.
