The Jaguars’ temporary move to Orlando in 2027 draws mixed fan reactions, with excitement tempered by concerns over travel and fan attendance.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Jaguars will leave Duval County for at least one season.

The NFL has announced the team will play its 2027 home games in Orlando while EverBank Stadium undergoes a $1.4 billion renovation, known as the “Stadium of the Future.”

The temporary move to Camping World Stadium is drawing mixed reactions from fans in Jacksonville and Orlando. Some excited about what’s ahead, others concerned about the impact in the short term.

For Orlando resident and Jaguars fan James Ellis, the move is a being celebrated. 

Ellis, who is in Jacksonville for work, said he’s looking forward to having the team closer to home.

“Hey Jaxson, if you need a place to crash, come on over, I got you, bro,” Ellis joked, referring to the team’s mascot.

“I’m pretty stoked,” he added. “I think it’s only fair I come up here to visit Jacksonville. It’s great the Jaguars are coming to visit me. It’s exciting.”

Ellis said he is also eager to reconnect with fellow fans.

“It’s been a while since I’ve been to a Jaguars game,” he said. “I know a lot of real diehards who drive up every weekend, so I’m looking forward to reconnecting with them and getting to a game next year.”

In Jacksonville, some fans say the temporary relocation will make it harder to attend games.

“I mean, I love the Jags stadium,” said Andrew Gambardella, a Jacksonville resident who regularly attends games.

Gambardella said traveling to Orlando could limit how often he sees the team play.

“Not great for me. I’m not going to go to as many Jags games now or at all. So it kind of hurts,” he said.

Other fans echoed concerns about the financial burden of traveling out of town.

“Excited for the new things to come, but sad for the fans that won’t be able to travel, financially-wise,” said Jaguars fan Kelly Stephens.

Still, Stephens said she may try to make the trip to Orlando.

“Maybe. I would like to,” she said.

The Jaguars are expected to play the 2026 season at EverBank Stadium with reduced seating capacity before relocating to Orlando in 2027. The renovated stadium in Jacksonville is expected to be completed in time for the 2028 season.

Camping World Stadium in Orlando is also undergoing its own $400 million renovation project, which is expected to be finished before the Jaguars’ temporary move.

For many fans, the one-season shift marks a unique moment in franchise history. One that spans from Duval to Orlando.