If the Jacksonville Jaguars choose to address the defensive end position in free agency, who are the best available options for GM James Gladstone?
Between Travon Walker and Josh Hines-Allen, the Jaguars have a fantastic one-two punch at the position. Hines-Allen was one of the top pressure getters in football this past year.
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However, the depth behind those two has to be bolstered.
The only other defensive ends under contract currently are BJ Green and Danny Striggow. Both impressed as undrafted rookies this past year, but bringing in additional competition for playing time should be on Gladstone’s to-do list.
When it comes to free agency spending, it’s worth noting that the Jaguars do find themselves in a tight salary cap situation at the moment.
Gladstone could also address this position in the NFL draft, where he has 11 picks, including four in the top 100.
With help from Pro Football Focus’ free agency big board, here are the top available players at defensive end.
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10 best available free agent defensive ends for Jaguars
Trey Hendrickson, Bengals
Jadeveon Clowney, Cowboys
This article originally appeared on Jaguars Wire: NFL free agency: Best available defensive ends in 2026 offseason