The Jacksonville Jaguars are getting some needed safety help ahead of the NFL trade deadline.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Jaguars are acquiring safety Jessie Bates in a trade with the Atlanta Falcons. In return, the Jaguars are sending a 2027 second-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick to Atlanta.
Bates has had very strong ball production over his career, totaling 30 interceptions and 46 pass breakups since entering the NFL in 2018.
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He signed with Atlanta in 2023 and started all 60 games during his time with the team. Bates is a one-time Pro Bowler and a three-time second-team All-Pro.
Bates is set to be a free agent this upcoming offseason.
Injuries have hit this position group this season. Caleb Ransaw was placed on injured reserve after Week 4, while Eric Murray suffered a season-ending elbow injury in Week 8 against the Colts.
This article originally appeared on Jaguars Wire: Report: Jaguars make trade for Falcons safety before deadline
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