Third-round pick secures long-term deal, cementing his role as a red-zone weapon and blocking ace before his fourth NFL season.
Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Brenton Strange has agreed to a three-year contract extension. The deal locks in a developing offensive piece who has flashed as a blocker and red-zone weapon. It arrives before his fourth NFL season, giving Jacksonville roster stability at a premium position.
71 overall) out of Kentucky. In two seasons, he has carved out a role as a situational tight end, contributing on special teams and spelling starters. The Jaguars prioritized retaining homegrown talent, a core tenet of their roster-building approach under general manager Doug Pederson.
The extension reflects Strange’s role as a developmental piece with upside. He finished 2024 with 12 receptions for 110 yards and one touchdown, while adding 14 knockdown blocks in the regular season, per Pro Football Focus. The Jaguars now have their tight end room under contract through at least 2027.
NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero first reported the agreement on Tuesday, noting the Jaguars’ intent to reward a player who has progressed within their system. Strange’s emergence mirrors a broader league trend where teams are locking in young, versatile tight ends before they hit free agency. His blocking metrics—14 knockdowns in 2024—rank in the 85th percentile among tight ends, per PFF, underscoring his value beyond traditional receiving stats.
That production, paired with his special-teams contributions, makes him a rare three-down role player in the making. The extension also carries strategic weight for Jacksonville. With Evan Engram aging into a potential void at tight end, Strange’s development ensures continuity without a steep learning curve.
The Jaguars’ tight end room now projects as one of the league’s deepest, with Christian Kirk and newly signed Mike Gesicki adding veteran presence to complement Strange’s athleticism. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero first reported the agreement on Tuesday, noting the Jaguars’ intent to reward a player who has progressed within their system. The move also aligns with Jacksonville’s offensive identity under offensive coordinator Press Taylor, who has emphasized multi-faceted tight ends capable of sealing edges in the run game and winning contested catches in the red zone.
Strange’s physical profile—6’4”, 251 lbs—fits Taylor’s mold, and his contract ensures the Jaguars can deploy him in high-leverage situations without overcommitting snaps to aging options like Engram. Strange’s blocking prowess isn’t just a luxury; it’s a necessity in Jacksonville’s scheme. The Jaguars ranked 12th in rushing yards in 2024, and their offensive line’s ability to generate push in the second level often hinges on tight ends who can climb to the second level and erase linebackers.
Strange’s 14 knockdown blocks tied for the most among rookie and second-year tight ends in 2024, per PFF, a stat that directly correlates with Jacksonville’s ground-game success. His presence in the rotation also allows the Jaguars to deploy heavier packages in short-yardage situations, where tight ends are often the difference between a first down and a three-and-out. What's next: Strange will enter training camp as the Jaguars’ top backup tight end, competing for expanded roles in two-minute drills and red-zone packages.
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The extension signals Jacksonville’s commitment to developing and retaining its own drafted talent, a strategy that can reduce long-term cap strain while building continuity. Locking in Strange at a premium position—one that often commands premium contracts—also frees the Jaguars to address other roster needs without the pressure of replacing him internally. It’s a low-risk, high-upside move that aligns with the franchise’s recent emphasis on youth and system fit. The deal also reflects a league-wide shift toward prioritizing versatile tight ends who can impact games as blockers, receivers, and special teamers, ensuring Strange’s role isn’t just a placeholder but a pathway to a larger offensive footprint. The Jaguars’ investment in Strange underscores how modern offenses value tight ends who can do more than catch passes—they must anchor the trenches and flip field position on special teams.
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