John Shipley· Aug 18, 2026
Shipley says cornerback Jabbar Muhammad's strong camp has him nearly certain to make the Jaguars' 53-man roster.
“I am close to moving him to lock status when it comes to the 53-man roster.”
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Jabbar Muhammad to make the roster
“But he has made plays more often than not since the Jaguars first hit the field in 2026, and Tuesday was one of his most productive days of practice yet. I am close to moving him to lock status when it comes to the 53-man roster.”
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