The biggest surprise from Jacksonville Jaguars’ training camp may not be who you’d expect it to be.
ESPN’s Michael DiRocco recently mentioned defensive end BJ Green as being one of the top standout performers in camp.
“The Jaguars are searching for a third pass rusher behind Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker, and so far, Green has been the most impressive of the guys competing for that spot,” DiRocco said.
Head coach Liam Coen has taken notice as well. He recently mentioned that Green has continued to show up against both the run and passing games.
“In the team’s recent Teal and White mock game, he had at least two sacks and at least two tackles for loss,” DiRocco added. “Now granted, some of that came against backup offensive linemen, but if Green continues to impress, and he has another chance to do that with a joint practice against the New Orleans Saints coming up, plus the first preseason game against the Saints, then he might find himself as the No. 3 rusher when this team breaks camp.”
After going undrafted in 2025, Green signed with the Jaguars and eventually made the 53-man roster. He often contributed on special teams, but as the year went on, he earned more opportunities on defense.
As DiRocco mentions, there are rotational snaps up for grabs at defensive end for the Jaguars. More consistent pass rush production from those around Hines-Allen and Walker is needed this season. Green is on his way to playing a key role in providing that.
This article originally appeared on Jaguars Wire: Jaguars second-year UDFA among biggest surprises in training camp
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