Fellow AFC contender 'aggressive' in pursuing Jessie Bates, Jordan Davis
The Jaguars landed Jessie Bates and Jordan Davis at the trade deadline, but another AFC contender was in on those players as well.
The Jacksonville Jaguars and Buffalo Bills were notably aggressive in their pursuit of defensive tackle Jordan Davis and safety Jessie Bates during the NFL trade deadline, according to reports from Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport. Both teams exhibited a strong interest in securing these players. In exchange for Davis, the Jaguars traded away a 2027 first-round pick and a 2029 second-round pick, while the Bills sent a 2027 second-round pick to Tennessee for safety Amani Hooker and a 2027 fifth-round pick.
Similarly, to acquire Bates, the Jaguars parted with a 2027 second-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick, while the Bills received a 2027 fifth-round pick for the deal. The Jaguars and Bills are anticipated to be among the leading contenders vying for an AFC Championship this season.
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