Jacksonville Jaguars Shake Up Roster: Release Darnell Savage, Add Kahlef Hailassie
Jaguars Move On From Savage
The Jacksonville Jaguars have announced two recent roster moves, releasing veteran safety Darnell Savage while signing safety Kahlef Hailassie. The changes highlight both financial implications and a renewed focus on developing younger talent in the secondary.
Savage, a former first-round pick who signed with Jacksonville last offseason, appeared in two games this season before being let go. His release will cost the Jaguars financially in the short term, creating over $10 million in dead money between now and 2026. That includes $7.5 million this season and another $3 million spread into 2026. However, the move also provides valuable long-term cap relief. Jacksonville will gai