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These 8 Jacksonville Jaguars stood out during offseason workouts, OTAs
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The Jacksonville Jaguars have officially dismissed for the summer. The team wrapped up its final offseason workout and will reconvene in late July to begin training camp and the preseason.
After undergoing a total overhaul of their leadership this offseason, head coach Liam Coen and his staff conducted 15 practices.
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There were 10 voluntary organized team activity (OTA) practices, three mandatory minicamp practices and two rookie minicamp practices.
The goal was to establish the culture he hopes to build and educate players on the new schemes they'll run.
"That's what this whole phase was for us as coaches: to implement a foundation, but also get to know these guys a little bit more on a personal level so that we gain a little bit more trust," Coen said after the conclusion of mandatory minicamp . "Ultimately, they're not going to just go do what you say because you're a coach. We have to build a relationship and a foundation in order for those guys to trust us."
General manager James Gladstone flipped Jacksonville's roster, adding 15 free agents and nine draft picks to the team this spring.
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The Jaguars moved on for several veteran players, opting to build a remodeled roster as they create a new ecosystem. Now, those players will depart for the summer as they get a final break prior to the start of the season.
We were able to learn from the eight media open practices this spring and have compiled a list of the eight players that stood out this offseason.
Dyami Brown , wide receiver
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dyami Brown (5) hauls in a reception during the first organized team activity at Miller Electric Center Monday, May 19, 2025 in Jacksonville, Fla.
Dyami Brown is largely unproven in his career and will have to show he can see success with a larger role in an offense, but he's the player who stood out the most this offseason.
He didn't have a bad practice during the media open viewings and established himself as one of the players who will help carry the load for Jacksonville's offense this year.
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His speed and versatility flashed daily, seeing snaps all over the field. He was on par with running mates Travis Hunter and Brian Thomas Jr. all offseason, which isn't an easy feat.
He'll be a player to watch when the team returns from the break.
Brenton Strange , tight end
Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Brenton Strange (85) avoids defensive obstacles during the third day of an NFL football training camp practice Friday, July 26, 2024 at EverBank Stadium’s Miller Electric Center in Jacksonville, Fla.
If Brown has had the best offseason camp, Brenton Strange isn't far behind him.
After the Jaguars moved on from Evan Engram , Strange stepped into the starting tight end role and hasn't looked back.
We got a glimpse of his potential last season as Engram dealt with injury bouts, but Strange is positioning himself for a big year.
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His versatility has impressed coaches, as he can catch the ball and block in Coen's system. We're not saying he'll be able to duplicate the 100-catch season Engram had a few years ago, but it wouldn't be a surprise if Strange posted career-best numbers in most statistical categories.
Travis Hunter, defensive back/wide receiver
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) adjusts his headband before speaking to members of the media during the second mandatory minicamp at Miller Electric Center Wednesday, June 11, 2025 in Jacksonville, Fla.
When the Jaguars made the draft day trade to select Travis Hunter , it immediately made him the most interesting player on the roster. We were able to answer several questions that were posed already in the offseason.
Will the Jaguars allow him to play on both sides of the ball? Yes.
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Is he able to handle the workload of being an NFL player with dual responsibilities? Yes.
The team has enabled him to split time at both positions on the field, and he is responsible for catching up on what's missed while with the other position group.
But every coach raves about his work ethic and how smart of a player he is, which is helping him find success through the start of camp.
Tyson Campbell , defensive back
Jaguars cornerbacks Tyson Campbell (3) and Zech McPhearson (34) run drills during organized team activities in May.
This offseason has proven that, when healthy, Tyson Campbell is one of Jacksonville's best defenders.
Campbell makes a pass break-up almost every day and you can see him rising whenever one of Jacksonville's top targets line up across from him.
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He seems to be excelling in new defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile's system, which could pay dividends this fall for the team.
Travon Walker / Josh Hines-Allen , defensive ends
It's hard to judge while the team is unpadded, but it'd appear Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker are still one of the best pass-rushing duos in the league.
They constantly find themselves in the backfield and play to their standard every day. As Campanile pointed out, they both are coachable and don't miss reps.
Again, the team has not donned pads yet, so the physicality isn't ramped to the highest degree. But they both have had a solid offseason.
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Buster Brown, cornerback
Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Montaric Brown (30) runs with the ball while running drills during the Jacksonville Jaguars’ third mandatory minicamp Thursday June 12, 2025 at the Miller Electric Center in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
If there's anything we've learned about Montaric "Buster" Brown , he's going to find a way on the field.
He's displayed the ability to play under three different defensive coordinators and it looks like he'll see a lot of success in Campanile's system.
Buster has seen a large share of reps among outside cornerbacks on the roster. Even on days when Hunter is practicing with the defense, he sees a lot of reps.
He made a diving pass break-up on the second day of minicamp that was a touchdown-saving play.
Dorian Singer , wide receiver
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dorian Singer (13) catches a pass during the 10th organized team activity at Miller Electric Center Wednesday, June 4, 2025 in Jacksonville, Fla. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
Dorrian Singer is a player who seemed to make a play every day.
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The undrafted free agent from Utah stands out among reserve players as someone who could potentially take an end-of-roster spot.
In a top-heavy wide receiver room of Brian Thomas Jr. , Dyami Brown, Hunter and Parker Washington , the last spot, or spots, will be up for grabs this fall.
Singer is someone who could play himself into the mix to secure a roster spot and depending on injuries in the room or Hunter's usage, he could see the field if he makes the roster.
This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Travis Hunter, these other Jacksonville Jaguars had the best offseason
