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The Jacksonville Jaguars have two position groups earning recognition as among the league’s elite heading into the 2026 NFL season. According to ESPN analyst Mike Clay’s comprehensive rankings of all 32 NFL position units, the Jaguars’ edge rushing unit and secondary both crack the top 10.
The edge rusher group earns the fifth-ranked spot in Clay’s rankings, anchored by Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker. Hines-Allen generated the second-most quarterback pressures among edge rushers during the previous campaign, while Walker brings versatility and impactful performance on both run and pass defense—though his year was shortened by injuries. The Jaguars are counting on younger depth pieces like BJ Green and Danny Striggow to contribute rotation support for these two anchors.
Jacksonville’s cornerback unit also lands in the elite tier of Clay’s positional rankings. The defensive secondary displayed strength in 2025, finishing fifth in yards allowed per passing attempt while helping Jacksonville rank among the league’s best at forcing turnovers. Under second-year cornerbacks coach Anthony Campanile, the unit appears positioned for growth, with Travis Hunter leading a defensive back rotation that includes Jourdan Lewis, Montaric Brown, and Jarrian Jones.
Just outside the top 10, the Jaguars’ linebacker group ranked 11th in Clay’s assessment, suggesting depth across Jacksonville’s defensive roster as the team prepares for the upcoming campaign.
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