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Jaguars’ 2026 rookie class is quietly rising to the challenge

The Jacksonville Jaguars are getting early returns from their 2026 draft class early this season.

By Carlos Sanchez · Black and Teal

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 6:58 PM

Key Things to Know

Black and Teal highlights the early positive contributions of the Jacksonville Jaguars' 2026 rookie draft class.
Tight end Nate Boerkircher caught a touchdown pass during Jacksonville's 34-31 loss to the Houston Texans.
Rookie offensive guard Emmanuel Pregnon has stepped in as the team's Day 1 starter at left guard.

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Carlos Sanchez of Black and Teal argues that the Jacksonville Jaguars' 2026 draft class is delivering immediate results despite early offseason skepticism. General manager James Gladstone received criticism for his selections, but several draft picks have played key roles in Jacksonville's 4-2 start to the season.

Key contributors include second-round tight end Nate Boerkircher, starting left guard Emmanuel Pregnon, and sixth-round wideout Josh Cameron, who has posted 117 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Head coach Liam Coen praised the group's ongoing development following a 34-31 loss to the Houston Texans.

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