The Jaguars are trying to strengthen the back end of their defense.
According to multiple reports, they have agreed to trade for Falcons safety Jessie Bates. The Jaguars will send a 2027 second-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick to the Falcons in exchange for Bates.
Bates was named a second-team All-Pro for the third time in his career last season and has 60 tackles, one interception, three forced fumbles and a fumble return for a touchdown in nine games this season. He is in the final year of the four-year contract he signed with Atlanta in 2023 and reports indicate the Falcons will take back most of his remaining salary to facilitate the trade.
The Jaguars, who improved to 6-2 with Thursday’s win over the Ravens, recently lost safety Eric Murray to a season-ending elbow injury and Antonio Johnson has also dealt with injuries, so Bates gives them the stability and high-end play they need at the position.
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