Jaguars agree to Jordan Davis trade, adding two tackles after Bates

Jacksonville agreed Monday to acquire Jordan Davis from Philadelphia for a 2027 first-round pick and a 2029 second-round pick. The Jaguars say the deal is pending a physical. It is the largest of three defensive trades they announced in one day.

The Jaguars also announced a deal for New Orleans defensive tackle Davon Godchaux in exchange for a conditional sixth-round selection, again pending a physical. Their statement does not identify the pick’s year or disclose its conditions.

Those moves follow the earlier agreement for Atlanta safety Jessie Bates III, which sends the Falcons a 2027 second-round pick and a 2028 fifth-rounder. Jacksonville’s Bates announcement also made completion subject to a physical.

Five picks committed to three defensive additions

Together, the three agreements commit five draft selections: a first, two seconds, a fifth and a conditional sixth. The Davis price is the largest individual commitment. Jacksonville is using future draft opportunities to reinforce the middle of its defense during a 6-2 season.

There are immediate vacancies behind the spending. Starting safety Eric Murray and defensive tackle DaVon Hamilton have season-ending injuries, NFL.com reported. Bates addresses the secondary; Davis and Godchaux give Jacksonville two experienced options on the interior line.

Davis, 26, spent his first five NFL seasons in Philadelphia and was a captain this season. The Eagles’ announcement credits him with helping the club reach two Super Bowls and win Super Bowl LIX. Godchaux, 31, has made 128 starts in 145 regular-season games, according to Jacksonville.

Philadelphia’s return provides two premium opportunities to replenish its roster. The Eagles say Jalen Carter, Moro Ojomo, Byron Young and Ty Robinson remain on the active roster at defensive tackle. Moving Davis shifts more responsibility to that group while adding future selections.

Jacksonville’s bet is that experienced help at safety and defensive tackle is worth more to this season than retaining all five picks. The immediate test will be how quickly the additions fit Anthony Campanile’s defense. The physicals remain part of the announced transactions.