Albert Regis didn’t need long to announce himself in Jacksonville.
The former Texas A&M defensive tackle, who was taken in the third round by the Jaguars in the 2026 NFL Draft, logged his first career sack in his preseason debut this weekend. On a limited snap count, he tracked down quarterback Zach Wilson and finished the play in the backfield, flashing the speed-to-power trait that made him such an intriguing pro prospect.
Regis, who started at nose tackle for the Aggies over his final two seasons, was one of 10 Texas A&M players selected in the draft. Jacksonville’s decision to take him came after an eye-opening 2025 senior season at A&M, when he put together career-best numbers with 49 tackles, 3 pass deflections, 2 sacks, and 3 tackles for loss. He closed his Aggie career with 149 tackles, 3.5 sacks, and 10 pass deflections.
At 6-foot-1 and nearly 300 pounds, Regis brings a rare athletic profile for a defensive lineman. He spent much of his last two seasons under the radar, but his play as a senior helped push him into the third round.
The Jaguars appear likely to begin the season with Regis as the primary backup to DaVon Hamilton, who signed a massive extension with the team before the 2024 season. With two more preseason games ahead, Regis still has more opportunities to make his case and keep building momentum before his 2026 rookie season gets underway.
The Jaguars also made another notable pick from College Station, selecting Texas A&M tight end Nate Boerkirch in the second round after just one season in College Station.
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