Jacksonville Jaguars 2026 Training Camp Position Battle to Watch
Summary
The Jacksonville Jaguars are preparing for their 2026 training camp as NFL teams approach the preseason games. The biggest position battle to watch is at running back, where Bhayshul Tuten and Chris Rodriguez will compete to take the lead role after the team let go of Travis Etienne.Key Facts
- NFL teams finished their organized team activities (OTAs) and minicamps and will start training camps late July.
- The first preseason game is on August 6 between the Carolina Panthers and Arizona Cardinals.
- The Jacksonville Jaguars have not announced the exact date for their training camp start.
- Running back Travis Etienne left the Jaguars and signed with the New Orleans Saints.
- Bhayshul Tuten, 23, is expected to be the Jaguars' lead running back; he had strong college stats but averaged 3.7 yards per carry with 307 yards and 5 touchdowns as a rookie.
- Chris Rodriguez, 26, had a good 2025 season with 500 rushing yards, 6 touchdowns, and a career average of 4.6 yards per carry.
- Jaguars coaches are confident Tuten can perform well with more playing time.
- The Jaguars might use both Tuten and Rodriguez to share running back duties to reduce fatigue.
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