Jaguars OK'd to play '27 home games in Orlando during renovations

ESPN • March 31, 2026 • sports

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The NFL owners unanimously approved the Jacksonville Jaguars' proposal to play their 2027 home games at Orlando's Camping World Stadium due to the $1.4 billion renovation of EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville.
The Jaguars will continue to train and operate out of their Jacksonville facility during the week but will travel about 150 miles south for their home games at the 65,000-seat Camping World Stadium, which is undergoing its own $400 million renovation.
The renovation costs for EverBank Stadium are split between Jaguars owner Shad Khan and the city of Jacksonville, with the city covering 55% of the $1.4 billion total, including $150 million for pre-construction maintenance and repairs.
The agreement includes a 30-year lease starting in 2028 after renovations, and allows the Jaguars to play up to six home games internationally between 2025 and 2027, with a maximum of three in 2027.
Jaguars management views the temporary relocation as an opportunity to expand their fan base despite the logistical challenges, with head coach Liam Coen expressing optimism about the move's potential benefits for the team's brand.

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