Jaguars sign veteran edge-rusher

The veteran edge-rusher signed with the Jaguars on Monday, per a team announcement. Gipson took on a first-team role during part of his time in Chicago, logging 19 starts between the 2021 and 2022 seasons. The former fifth-rounder posted 10 sacks during that span, making it somewhat surprising he was waived last August.

After going unclaimed, Gipson was free to join any interested team ahead of the 2023 campaign. The 26-year-old signed with the Titans, a move which gave him the opportunity to at least carve out a rotational role. Instead, he logged a defensive snap share of only 15 percent – the lowest of his career – while playing eight games. In that span, the Tulsa product recorded a single sack along with six tackles and a forced fumble.

Gipson posted 38 QB pressures during his three-year run with the Bears, so Jacksonville will take a flier on him with the hopes he will be able to regain his previous form. The Jaguars ranked 25th in the league with 40 sacks last season, so the team has plenty of room for improvement in that regard. Gipson will now join an edge contingent anchored by Josh Allen, who to no surprise received the franchise tag.

Allen and 2022 first-overall pick Travon Walker will remain starters along the edge after the latter enjoyed a strong second season (10 sacks). Those two will remain key members of Jacksonville’s defense for 2024 and beyond – presuming Allen and the team work out an extension – while Gipson will look to find success in a rotational role.