Key dates on the upcoming NFL calendar have been announced, including when free agency will begin for the Jacksonville Jaguars next offseason.
According to Tom Pelissero, the NFL’s legal tampering window opens on March 9, 2027. So mark your calendars.
While we still have training camp, the preseason, and the full 2026 season ahead of us, let’s take a look ahead at which Jaguars players are currently set to become free agents on March 9 of next year.
Several key starters are among those on this list.
DT Arik Armstead
Through 12 games last season, Armstead totaled 41 quarterback pressures, the third-highest mark among defensive tackles during that stretch. He was also near the top of his position group in sacks. However, Armstead suffered a hand injury, and his production would dip down the stretch.
WR Parker Washington
I’m not sure anyone expects Washington to actually hit free agency — he is a prime contract extension candidate — but for now, he is in the final year of his rookie deal. Washington emerged as a go-to target for Trevor Lawrence and totaled 100-plus receiving yards in three of the Jaguars’ final four games in 2025.
DT DaVon Hamilton
As a run-stuffing presence, Hamilton’s full impact won’t always show up on the stat sheet. But his ability to generate push, eat up space, and take on blocks helps stifle the opposing run game, while creating opportunities for others.
OL Ezra Cleveland
Cleveland has provided a steady presence at left guard for the Jaguars. Among all guards in 2025, he ranked tied for 19th in PFF’s pass-blocking efficiency metric and was 35th in run-blocking grade.
S Antonio Johnson
As the year progressed, Johnson’s role on defense expanded. He graded out well as a run defender by PFF’s metrics, held pass catchers to under 10 yards per reception this season, and came away with five interceptions and three pass breakups. He adds a versatile presence to the Jaguars’ secondary.
LB Ventrell Miller
It remains to be seen what Miller can do as a full-time starter, but he has the opportunity to earn that role in the middle of the Jaguars’ defense this summer. A strong showing from Miller and the Jaguars could again be looking for another starting linebacker in 2027.
Other Jaguars’ 2027 unrestricted free agents
This article originally appeared on Jaguars Wire: NFL 2027 free agency dates set; who are Jaguars upcoming free agents?
Reporting by Paul Bretl, Jaguars Wire / Jaguars Wire
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