The Jacksonville Jaguars have acquired safety Jessie Bates in a trade with the Atlanta Falcons, according to a report from The Big Lead on Monday, November 9, 2026.
The deal, reported by Michael Moraitis, sends Bates to Jacksonville as the Jaguars look to bolster their secondary. Bates, a Pro Bowl-caliber safety, has spent the past two seasons with the Falcons after signing a four-year contract in 2024.
Terms of the trade were not immediately disclosed. The Jaguars have been active in reshaping their defense ahead of the 2026 season.



