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Fans will get to see two of the better defenses in the NFL face off in Jacksonville as the Browns fly in to face the Jags in week one. It’s a must-win, should-win game for Liam Coen and Co. to start the season.
How did Anthony Campanile turn a weak Jaguars pass rush into one of the NFL's most opportunistic defenses?
The Jaguars’ defense was undoubtedly one of the NFL’s best last season, but it’s time to prove they can do it again.
Can a healthy Travon Walker lead the Jaguars' elite defense to new heights in the 2026 season?
Sacks are among the most detrimental occurrences to an NFL offense. From 2020-2024, a drive’s odds of scoring plummeted from 41.2% to 23.3% if just one sack occurred on that drive.
We’ve discussed offenses, now let’s look at the other side of the ball, the defenses of the AFC South. With the Texans and Jaguars, the division boasts some of last season’s best units. But how do they fare heading into 2026?
Let’s look at where the AFC South offenses stand, how they performed last year, and why they might be better, or worse, in 2026.
The Jaguars’ rookie receivers have been making names for themselves
The Jacksonville Jaguars’ defense was one of the most dominant units in 2025, ranking as the top ranked group in run-defense.
Injuries to veteran starters leave the Jaguars looking to rookie Emmanuel Pregnon for stability on the offensive line.
