Jessie Bates III Traded From Falcons to Jaguars for Draft Picks
The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to trade veteran safety Jessie Bates III to the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for two draft picks.
Springfield Holyoke, MA, November 9, 2026 — The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a trade that will send veteran safety Jessie Bates III to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The terms of the deal include the exchange of two draft picks from the Jaguars to the Falcons.
Jessie Bates III, who has been a notable player at the safety position, will now join the Jacksonville Jaguars roster. The specifics regarding the draft picks involved in the trade, such as the round and pick numbers, were not immediately disclosed in the information provided.
The transaction marks a significant move for both franchises as they navigate their respective team-building strategies. The Falcons will gain draft capital from the Jaguars, while the Jaguars will acquire a veteran defensive player. Further details regarding the contractual status of Jessie Bates III or the exact compensation in terms of draft picks were not made available.
Story summarized from the original created by CHARLES ODUM, Associated Press on www.wwlp.com, see more information here.
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