The Jacksonville Jaguars made an exciting move this offseason by signing wide receiver Gabe Davis to a three-year, $39 million contract. Head coach Doug Pederson sees Davis as a valuable weapon that can help open up the Jaguars’ offense in 2024.
Pederson described Davis as a versatile player, comparing him to a Swiss Army knife. He highlighted Davis’ ability to run routes effectively and contribute significantly to the offense, averaging around 81-82 targets per year over the last four seasons with the Buffalo Bills.
Initially, the Jaguars intended to add Davis to complement Calvin Ridley, but Ridley ultimately signed with the Tennessee Titans. Despite the change in plans, Pederson views Davis as a player capable of challenging all levels of the defense and making a significant impact on the field.
The 6-foot-2 wide receiver brings a unique skill set to the Jaguars, with Pederson praising his physicality, blocking ability, and down-the-field threat. Davis has been a consistent target in Buffalo, averaging 80-plus targets per year and showcasing his ability to make big plays, including 27 touchdown catches since entering the NFL in 2020.
One of Davis’ strengths is his deep receiving ability, with 17 deep receiving touchdowns since 2020, ranking him third in the NFL in that category. Pederson is excited to work with Davis and utilize his talents to create mismatches and provide a boost to the Jaguars’ offense.
While Davis has shown flashes of brilliance in Buffalo, Pederson acknowledges the need for consistency and hopes that Davis can maintain a high level of performance in Jacksonville. With his impressive career average of 16.7 yards per catch, Davis has the potential to be a game-changer for the Jaguars.
In addition to his receiving skills, Davis is also praised for his blocking ability, which Pederson believes will be valuable in jumpstarting the Jaguars’ running game.
Pederson sees Davis as a key piece of the Jaguars’ offensive puzzle and is eager to see how he contributes to the team’s success in the upcoming season.
