What happened: Jacksonville plans to use Brian Thomas Jr. primarily as an outside X receiver in its 2026 offense. He enters his third NFL season with a defined role on the perimeter.
Why it matters: Keeping the former Pro Bowl selection preserves a key piece of Jacksonville's passing game. A rebound would build on an offense that scored at least 23 points in its final 10 regular-season games of 2025.
By the numbers: Thomas caught 48 passes for 707 yards and two touchdowns in 2025. His receiving yardage fell 575 yards, or 44.9%, from 2024, while his touchdown total dropped by eight.
What to watch: His preseason work at X will offer the next measure of Jacksonville's rebound plan.