The Jacksonville Jaguars are preparing for their 31st season as an NFL franchise.
To commemorate their history — and to provide content during the dry part of the offseason — we’d like your help in naming the team’s greatest players at every position.
Here are the nominees for Jacksonville’s All-Time Defensive Ends.
Tony Brackens #90, Defensive End for the Jacksonville Jaguars tackles Michael Pittman #32, Running Back of the Arizona Cardinals during their American Football Conference Central game on 10th December 2000 at the Alltel Stadium, Jacksonville, Florida, United States. The Jaguars won the game 44 – 10. (Photo by Craig Jones/Getty Images) Getty Images
Stats: 55.0 sacks, 304 solo tackles, 53 tackles for loss, 55 Approximate Value
Bio: Drafted in the second round in 1996, Brackens became the most prolific pass rusher in Jaguars history. He recorded double-digit sacks in three different seasons and remains the franchise leader in sacks, forced fumbles, and fumble recoveries. A one-time Pro Bowler, Brackens’ blend of speed and power made him the centerpiece of Jacksonville’s defense during its late-’90s playoff runs.
Josh Hines-Allen (2019-present)
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 31: Josh Allen #41 of the Jacksonville Jaguars celebrates his sack of Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers during the first half of the game at EverBank Stadium on December 31, 2023 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images) Getty Images
Stats: 53.0 sacks, 188 solo tackles, 63 tackles for loss, 42 Approximate Value
Bio: Selected seventh overall in 2019, Hines-Allen — then known as “The Good” Josh Allen — made an immediate impact with 10.5 sacks as a rookie. He broke out in 2023 with a franchise-record 17.5 sacks to earn his second Pro Bowl nod. Hines-Allen is just a few sacks behind Brackens’ all-time team record. The face of the defense in the post-Sacksonville era, Hines-Allen is one of today’s premier NFL edge rushers.
Calais Campbell (2017-19)
JACKSONVILLE, FL – OCTOBER 15: Calais Campbell #93 of the Jacksonville Jaguars sacks Jared Goff #16 of the Los Angeles Rams in the first half of their game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field on October 15, 2017 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images) Getty Images
Stats: 31.5 sacks, 137 solo tackles, 44 tackles for loss, 39 Approximate Value
Bio: Signed as a free agent in 2017, Campbell immediately became the heartbeat of the Jaguars’ defense and locker room. He set a (then) single-season franchise record with 14.5 sacks in his first year, earning All-Pro honors and helping lead the team to the AFC Championship Game. “The Mayor” of Sacksonville earned three Pro Bowls in three seasons in Jacksonville. Campbell was also named the NFL’s Walter Payton Man of the Year in 2019.
Yannick Ngakoue (2016-19)
JACKSONVILLE, FL – OCTOBER 27: Yannick Ngakoue #91 of the Jacksonville Jaguars makes a move off the line of scrimmage during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets at TIAA Bank Field on October 27, 2019 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images) Getty Images
Stats: 37.5 sacks, 105 solo tackles, 42 tackles for loss, 35 Approximate Value
Bio: A third-round pick in 2016, Ngakoue developed into one of the NFL’s most consistent strip-sack artists. He tallied at least 8 sacks in each of his four seasons in Jacksonville, which included a Pro Bowl campaign in 2017. Ngakoue ranks top five in franchise history in sacks and forced fumbles despite never signing a second contract with the team.
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Now, here are the nominees for Jacksonville’s All-Time Defensive Tackles.
ORCHARD PARK, NY – NOVEMBER 26: Defensive tackle John Henderson #98 of the Jacksonville Jaguars rushes against offensive lineman Mike Gandy #69 of the Buffalo Bills on November 26, 2006 at Ralph Wilson Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. The Bills defeated the Jags 27-24. (Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty Images) Getty Images
Stats: 29.0 sacks, 333 solo tackles, 58 tackles for loss, 72 Approximate Value
Bio: The ninth overall pick in 2002, Henderson was a two-time Pro Bowler and one of the most intimidating defensive tackles of his era. Known for his size, strength, and relentless motor, he anchored the interior alongside Marcus Stroud for much of the 2000s. Henderson started 124 games in nine seasons and ranks first among all Jaguars defensive tackles in games played, sacks, tackles, and tackles for loss. He also had a pretty mean pregame routine.
JACKSONVILLE, FL – NOVEMBER 10: Tackle Marcus Stroud #99 of the Jacksonville Jaguars celebrates during a game against the Washington Redskins on November 10, 2002 at Alltel Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida. The Jaguars beat the Redskins 26-7. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) Getty Images
Stats: 22.0 sacks, 218 solo tackles, 43 tackles for loss, 58 Approximate Value
Bio: Drafted 13th overall in 2001, Stroud teamed with Henderson to form one of the league’s most feared defensive tackle duos. He earned three straight Pro Bowl nods from 2003 to 2005 and was a key piece of the stout defenses that defined the Jaguars’ mid-2000s teams. His power and disruption in the run game made him one of the franchise’s best interior defenders.
10 Dec 2000: Gary Walker #96 of the Jacksonville Jaguars gets ready to move at the snap during the game against the Arizona Cardinals at the Alltell Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida. The Jaguars defeated the Cardinals 44-10.Mandatory Credit: Craig Jones /Allsport Getty Images
Stats: 22.5 sacks, 121 solo tackles, 40 tackles for loss, 28 Approximate Value
Bio: A member of the Jaguars’ inaugural roster, Walker became a steady starter at defensive end before moving to defensive tackle. He posted 10 sacks in 1999, earning his first Pro Bowl selection while helping Jacksonville reach the AFC Championship Game. Walker spent five seasons in Jacksonville before later earning another Pro Bowl nod with Houston.
NASHVILLE, TN – DECEMBER 5: Tyson Alualu #93 of the Jacksonville Jaguars in action against the Tennessee Titans at LP Field on December 5, 2010 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images) Getty Images
Stats: 17.5 sacks, 177 solo tackles, 30 tackles for loss, 38 Approximate Value
Bio: Taken 10th overall in 2010, Alualu brought versatility and professionalism to Jacksonville’s defensive front. Capable of playing multiple positions along the line, he started 88 games over seven seasons with the Jaguars. His stat sheet never quite popped, but Alualu’s durability, effort, and locker-room presence earned him respect.
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