Jacksonville Jaguars Owner Shahid Khan Confirms Plans to Extend Four Key Players

Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shahid Khan has confirmed that the team plans to move forward with contract extensions for four key players, pending successful negotiations. This decision reflects the Jaguars' desire to maintain the core of a roster that made significant strides during the 2025 season and has emerged as a legitimate playoff contender.

At the top of the list is defensive end/edge rusher Travon Walker, who is eligible for an extension now, with a fifth-year option available for 2026. Walker has shown high potential as a pass rusher with strong PFF grades and is considered essential to the Jaguars' defense alongside Josh Hines-Allen. The team is eager to lock him in long-term to avoid the risk of free agency in 2027 and to reduce the cap hit associated with exercising the fifth-year option. Analysts from Spotrac, Big Cat Country, and SI.com have ranked Walker as a top extension candidate, with predictions of a deal worth $20-25 million+ AAV, assuming his continued strong performance.

Wide receiver Parker Washington, who is also eligible for an extension after completing his rookie contract, is another priority for the Jaguars. Washington has been a productive WR3, increasing his role after an injury setback, and fits well into the Jaguars’ offense alongside Jakobi Meyers, who has already been extended. With the Jaguars focusing on maintaining depth at the wide receiver position, Washington is considered a key part of the team’s future. Spotrac and analysts have highlighted him as a crucial candidate for an extension to help manage cap space in the long term.

Tight end Brenton Strange, eligible for an extension, has proven to be a reliable starter/backup with good blocking skills and developing receiving capabilities. The Jaguars are prioritizing his extension due to the importance of the tight end position in their offensive scheme. Strange’s potential to be a consistent part of the team’s future is crucial, and he is listed alongside Parker Washington in Spotrac’s 2026 financials and Big Cat Country’s extension targets, indicating the Jaguars’ intent to build continuity at the position.

Finally, offensive tackle Anton Harrison, who is eligible for the fifth-year option (deadline May 1, 2026), is another key player for the Jaguars. Harrison, the starting left tackle, has had ups and downs, but the team is expected to pick up his fifth-year option to guarantee his contract through 2027. If his performance stabilizes, an extension will likely follow. Analysts from SI.com and others note that Harrison may not be considered for an extension in his contract year, but locking him in as part of the offensive line core, alongside Walker Little, is a priority for the Jaguars.

While none of the contracts have been finalized, all four players have been informed that they remain part of Jacksonville’s future, with negotiations expected to continue as the offseason progresses.