2024 Pro Bowl Pass Rusher Franchise Tagged by Jaguars
After having a standout 2023-24 season, premiere pass rusher Josh Allen was looking to capitalize on his leverage in free agency to secure a long-term contract. According to reports, Allen has officially been franchise-tagged by the Jaguars. One year on the tag for 24 million dollars to cement his spot as one of the league’s most valuable pass rushers for years to come. Prior to hitting free agency, Allen spent his first five seasons with the Jacksonville Jaguars and was quick to make himself an important asset to the Jaguars’ defensive unit. Having been named to his second Pro Bowl this past season, Allen will be aiming to continue having a game-changing impact for the Jaguars.
Coming out of the University of Kentucky, Allen, 26, was drafted with the seventh overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft by the Jaguars. During his four seasons, Allen finished his career at Kentucky, as the school’s all-time sack leader (31.5). In his senior season, Allen had a career-best 17 sacks and was named 2018 SEC Defensive Player of the Year and Unanimous All-American. After being drafted by the Jaguars, Allen would begin his NFL career with a team rookie record of 44 tackles, two forced fumbles, and 10 and a half sacks. Following his standout rookie season, Allen would become the first player in Jaguars’ history to be named to the Pro Bowl in his first season.
Last season, in 17 games played, Allen would finish the season with 43 solo tackles, two forced fumbles and would set a career-high and franchise record for most sacks in a single season, with 17.5 sacks. In Week One against the Indianapolis Colts, Allen would have his best game of the season, as he accumulated ten total tackles and three sacks in a 31-21 victory. During the season, Allen was named AFC Defensive Player of the Week in Week 12 and was named to his second career Pro Bowl appearance. Following his contract agreement with the Jaguars, the elusive pass rusher will now have the opportunity to continue having a long-term impact.
