Jimto Obidegwu’s Fight for a Jag Roster Spot

College Background and Snap Count

Jimto Obidegwu, who wears No. 62, signed with the Jaguars as an undrafted free agent after the 2026 NFL draft. He amassed over 2,100 career snaps on offense, splitting time between left and right tackle during his college career. Obidegwu spent two seasons at Temple, followed by two more at Kent State, then concluded his collegiate tenure at North Texas. This blend of experience gave him a solid foundation heading into the professional ranks.

2025 Season Highlights

His most recent season was a turning point, as he anchored the right‑tackle spot without allowing a single sack. Over 367 pass‑blocking snaps, he absorbed 10 pressures and posted a PFF pass‑blocking efficiency rating that placed him tied for ninth among all tackles. On the run side, his grade landed at 68th overall, reflecting consistent but room‑for‑growth performance.

Climbing the Jaguars’ Depth Chart

The Jaguars return nine interior linemen from last year’s roster and added Emmanuel Pregnon through the draft, effectively filling ten potential spots at a position typically occupied by nine or ten players. That leaves limited space for newcomers like Obidegwu, who is likely to begin his rookie year on the practice squad. The practice squad offers a controlled environment for him to continue refining his technique and learn the NFL’s pace.

What the Future Holds for 2026

Obidegwu’s ceiling in Year 1 probably remains the practice squad, where the focus is on development rather than immediate contribution. History shows many undrafted interior linemen need multiple seasons to earn a permanent roster spot, and the Jaguars’ depth makes that trajectory realistic. If he can improve his run‑blocking grade and maintain his pass‑block efficiency, the door may open for him to compete for a backup role in subsequent seasons. The 2026 training camp will be his proving ground, and every rep on the scout team could count toward a bigger role down the line.

This article originally appeared on Jaguars Wire: Jaguars roster: UDFA Jimto Obidegwu faces crowded OL position group