Jaguars Acquire Saints DT Davon Godchaux Ahead Of Deadline

On Monday, November 9, defensive tackle Davon Godchaux was traded from the New Orleans Saints to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The deal occurred on the eve of the NFL trade deadline and involved a conditional sixth-round pick in either the 2027 or 2028 draft for both franchises. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, this marks the second major transaction for Jacksonville that day following their acquisition of Jessie Bates III from Atlanta.

Godchaux, who is 31 years old and stands at six feet three inches weighing 330 pounds, has been with the Saints since March 2025 after a homecoming trade involving his former team, the New England Patriots. During his tenure in New Orleans through eight games this season, he recorded 15 total tackles including five solo efforts but no sacks.

Before joining Louisiana, Godchaux signed extensions worth up to $16 million and later $20.8 million with the New England Patriots following his selection as a fifth-round draft pick by Miami in 2017. He was previously traded away from Boston during the 2025 season.

The Jacksonville Jaguars currently hold a six-two record leading their division while strengthening their defensive roster for potential playoff contention. Meanwhile, the Saints remain tied with Carolina atop the NFC South despite an overall three-five standing before facing off against each other at Caesars Superdome on November 15.