The Jacksonville Jaguars didn’t waste any time locking up their newest offensive weapon. Just weeks after acquiring wide receiver Jakobi Meyers from the Las Vegas Raiders, the Jaguars have signed him to a three-year, $60 million extension, including $40 million guaranteed.
It’s a bold move - and one that sends a clear message: Meyers isn’t just a rental. He’s part of the long-term plan in Duval.
Meyers was set to hit free agency at the end of the season, and teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers and Buffalo Bills had their eyes on him. But Jacksonville didn’t wait around.
After watching what he brought to their offense over just six games - 27 catches, 355 yards, and three touchdowns - they made their move. And with the team going 5-1 since his arrival, it’s hard to argue with the results.
For the Jaguars, this was a calculated play. Injuries had thinned their wide receiver room, and they needed someone who could step in and contribute right away.
Meyers delivered. He’s always been a reliable route-runner with strong hands and a knack for finding soft spots in coverage.
Now, with the Jaguars fighting for playoff positioning, he’s become a trusted target - and clearly, someone the front office sees as a foundational piece moving forward.
As for the Steelers, their interest in Meyers was no secret. Pittsburgh had been monitoring him for a while, but the asking price - at least a fourth-round pick - was more than they were willing to spend on a player with an expiring deal.
Instead, they opted for lower-cost veteran options in Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling. Solid pickups, sure, but neither brings the same upside or long-term potential as Meyers.
The decision not to pursue Meyers more aggressively could loom large for Pittsburgh. With their offense still searching for consistent production at wide receiver, passing on a proven playmaker in his prime might come back to haunt them - especially if Meyers continues to thrive in Jacksonville.
For now, the Jaguars look like they made the right call. They saw a need, made a move, and doubled down when it paid off. In a league where timing and fit are everything, Jacksonville found both in Meyers - and now they’ve made sure he’s not going anywhere anytime soon.