Jaguars Release Pro Bowl Tight End Evan Engram in Cost-Cutting Move
The decision saves Jacksonville nearly $6 million in cap space but incurs significant dead money, as the team restructures its roster after a disappointing season.
- Evan Engram, a two-time Pro Bowl tight end, was released by the Jaguars as part of a roster overhaul under new management.
- The move frees up $5.98 million in cap space for Jacksonville but results in a $13.5 million dead money charge for 2025.
- Engram had a standout Pro Bowl season in 2023 with 114 receptions but was limited to nine games in 2024 due to hamstring and shoulder injuries.
- The Jaguars are undergoing significant changes, including trading wide receiver Christian Kirk and releasing two other players to create financial flexibility.
- Engram, now a free agent, is expected to attract interest from tight end-needy teams, though his recent injury history may factor into negotiations.