Jaguars agree to trade for Falcons S Jessie Bates
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Key Points:
- The Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed to trade for Falcons safety Jessie Bates, sending a 2027 second-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick to Atlanta.
- Bates, a three-time second-team All-Pro, has recorded 60 tackles, an interception, three forced fumbles, and a fumble return touchdown in nine games this season.
- He is in the final year of his four-year contract with the Falcons, who are expected to cover most of his remaining salary to facilitate the trade.
- The Jaguars, currently 6-2, are bolstering their defense after losing safety Eric Murray to a season-ending injury and dealing with injuries to Antonio Johnson.
- Bates provides the Jaguars with stability and high-level performance at the safety position moving forward.
