Jacksonville has strong pass rushers in Travon Walker and Josh Hines-Allen, but they’ve struggled to pressure opponents during their three losses this season. The front office might want to consider adding reinforcements before the trade deadline. Alex Ballentine from Bleacher Report suggests they trade for edge rusher Nik Bonitto, noting his potential despite limited impact with the Broncos.
Bonitto, a second-round pick in 2022, had eight sacks last season but has only one so far this year. With Baron Browning on injured reserve, Bonitto’s role has increased, making a trade less likely for now. However, once Browning returns, Denver might be open to offers.
The Jaguars have recorded just five sacks this season, with Walker contributing two and Hines-Allen one. Their pass-rush win rate is 30th in the league, indicating a need for help. The proposal to trade a third-round pick for Bonitto could be attractive, especially since the Jaguars have an extra third-round pick from the Vikings.
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While it’s uncertain if the Broncos would be willing to trade Bonitto, acquiring him for mid and late-round picks could be a smart move for Jacksonville as they seek to improve and secure their future.
