With even more flexibility this offseason in terms of cap space, the Jacksonville Jaguars have a few names to consider.
and 31 other decision-makers got good news from the league on Friday, with NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reporting another giant leap in the salary cap -- this time up to the range of $301.2 million to $305.
7 million.team that still needs to create cap space, here are a few intriguing players to consider in March's free agency.Jan 4, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos linebacker Justin Strnad celebrates after a sack during the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Imagesreturns to the Jaguars next season considering the pay-day figures many are projecting him to hit in March. If that happens, then the Jaguars have a few options at linebacker: promote Ventrell Miller or Jack Kiser to a starting role, draft a starting linebacker, or sign a veteran. If the Jaguars go with a veteran, Broncos linebacker Justin Strnad makes a lot of sense. A former 5th-round pick who has grown from depth piece to defensive play-maker, Strnad has 7.5 sacks and 12 quarterback hits over the last two years. The Jaguars will miss Lloyd's blitzing, and this could help move on from it.Nov 16, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Houston Texans defensive end Derek Barnett rushes against the Tennessee Titans during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images | Steve Roberts-Imagn Images While the Houston Texans' pass-rush has long been headlined by their star defensive ends Will Anderson and Danielle Hunter, they also have some solid pass-rush depth. One of those key depth pieces is former first-round pick Derek Barnett, who appeared in 44 combined regular-season and playoff games for Houston over the last few seasons. Barnett, who has 10 sacks and 17 quarterback hits over the last two seasons despite playing just 36% of the Texans' snaps, makes sense as a player who can be a No. 3 defensive end while still giving the Jaguars the run defense they require out of their edge rushers.Oct 12, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins cornerback Rasul Douglas enters the field prior to a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images | Rich Storry-Imagn Images A talented cover-man who has been around the block in his career, Rasul Douglas could be a valuable and familiar addition for the Jaguars. He was in Miami with new Jaguars defensive passing game coordinatorDouglas is an older player so it seems unlikely that he will get a major pay-day regardless of how strong of a season he had with the Dolphins in 2025. If the Jaguars want to add another veteran to the mix at cornerback, he makes a lot of sense as a potential option. Never again miss one major story related to your beloved Jaguars when you sign up for our 100% FREE newsletter that comes straight to your email with the latest news.John Shipley has been covering the Jacksonville Jaguars as a beat reporter and publisher of Jaguar Report since 2019. Previously, he covered UCF's undefeated season as a beat reporter for NSM.Today, covered high school prep sports in Central Florida, and covered local sports and news for the Palatka Daily News. Follow John Shipley on Twitter at @_john_shipley.Free Agents Who Could Follow Mathieu Araujo to Jaguars
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