Posted on Apr 29
Pro Bowl receiver Jarvis Landry to participate in Jaguars' rookie minicamp as tryout player
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JACKSONVILLE, FL -- In a surprising turn of events, five-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Jarvis Landry will be participating in the Jacksonville Jaguars' rookie minicamp as a tryout player. The news comes after Landry missed the entire 2023 season due to an ankle injury. Previously, Landry played for the New Orleans Saints before being placed on injured reserve.
Impressive Career Stats
Throughout his nine-year NFL career, Landry has showcased his talent and amassed impressive statistics. He has recorded 713 catches for 7,870 yards and 38 touchdowns. The Miami Dolphins drafted him in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft, where he quickly made an impact. Landry earned five consecutive Pro Bowl selections starting in 2015, establishing himself as one of the league's top receivers. Notably, in the 2017 season, he led the NFL with an impressive 112 catches.
Franchise Tag and Trade
Following the 2017 season, Landry was designated as a franchise player by the Dolphins. However, the team granted him permission to seek a trade. Eventually, Landry signed the franchise tag and was traded to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for draft picks. He spent four productive seasons with the Browns before being released. Subsequently, Landry signed a one-year deal with the Saints but was restricted to appearing in only nine games due to injuries.
A Fresh Start with the Jaguars
Now, Landry finds himself at a pivotal point in his career as he participates in the Jaguars' rookie minicamp as a tryout player. The Jaguars currently have three veteran receivers on their roster: Christian Kirk, Gabe Davis (signed in March), and Zay Jones. Additionally, the team recently drafted Brian Thomas Jr., a former LSU receiver, with the 23rd overall pick in the NFL Draft. If the Jaguars decide to release Zay Jones, they would save $4.5 million against the salary cap, as Jones is in the final year of his contract.
An Opportunity for Landry
For Landry, the tryout opportunity presents a chance to showcase his skills and prove that he can still be a valuable asset to an NFL team. Despite missing the previous season due to injury, Landry's track record and experience will undoubtedly be factors considered by the Jaguars' coaching staff as they evaluate his performance during the minicamp.
As the minicamp unfolds, all eyes will be on Landry as he competes alongside aspiring rookies, hoping to earn a spot on the Jaguars' roster. The outcome of this situation remains uncertain, but one thing is for sure: Jarvis Landry's presence at the minicamp adds an intriguing storyline to the Jaguars' offseason preparations.