Jaguars reportedly acquiring Falcons' Pro Bowl safety in major trade
This is a huge move for the Jacksonville Jaguars.
The Jacksonville Jaguars are reportedly acquiring Pro Bowl safety Jessie Bates from the Atlanta Falcons in a major trade. This news comes ahead of the Tuesday trade deadline, with the Jaguars positioned at the top of the AFC South and in need of defensive reinforcements. The Jaguars will send the Falcons two draft picks – a 2027 second-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick – in exchange for Bates, a 29-year-old safety who has earned Pro Bowl honors once.
Bates boasts an impressive résumé, including 28 interceptions, four pick-sixes, 74 passes defended, 14 forced fumbles, 871 tackles, and one sack throughout his nine-year NFL career. His impact could be significant for the Jaguars as they pursue a Super Bowl run.
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