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Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / August 12
4 Jaguars Who Need to Fare Well in Joint Practices vs. the Saints
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars will kick off their first of three joint practices this summer on Thursday against the New Orleans Saints, creating an interesting few days ahead.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 21
Falcons Explain Surprise Decision to Move on from Ruke Orhorhoro
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons made an unusual bet on projection over familiarity Friday, swapping former second-round defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro for Jacksonville’s Maason Smith.
Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / April 20
3 Jaguars Most Impacted by the Ruke Orhorhoro Trade
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Th Jacksonville Jaguars' defensive depth chart has changed a bit ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Jaguars traded former second-round defensive tackle Maason Smith to the Atlanta Falcons for fellow former second-round defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro on Friday.
The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz
32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?
Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / April 19
3 Plays That Perfectly Show Why the Jaguars Traded for Ruke Orhorhoro
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars have made it clear what their "type" is when it comes to just about every position. The Jaguars love high-effort players who, in short, play like their hair is on fire.
When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?
All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.
NFL News / Clemson Tigers on SI / April 18
Third-Year Clemson Alum Traded to Jacksonville Jaguars
With less than a week until the 2026 NFL Draft, former Clemson defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro is moving from Atlanta, Georgia, to Jacksonville, Florida, following a recent trade, per Adam Schefter.
NFL News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / April 18
What the Ruke Orhorhoro Trade Means for the Jaguars' Draft Plans
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Things have certainly shifted a bit for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the days ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. Or have they really at all?
Breaking news: trade between the Falcons and the Jaguars
The Atlanta Falcons have decided to send defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro to the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for young defensive lineman Maason Smith.
Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / April 18
3 Most Pressing Observations Following Jaguars' Trade for Ruke Orhorhoro
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars got active before the NFL Draft, making a deal Friday afternoon to add to the defensive tackle room. The Jaguars added defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro on Friday, sending former second-round defensive tackle Maason Smith over in exchange.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 17
Falcons, Jaguars swap defensive tackles ahead of NFL Draft
Teams across the NFL are closely evaluating their roster as the 2026 NFL Draft approaches. For the Atlanta Falcons and Jacksonville Jaguars, they decided a switch on their defensive line was necessary.
NFL News / SportsTalkATL / April 17
Falcons trade 2024 second-round pick to Jaguars
In a bit of shocking news, Adam Schefter has reported that Falcons 2024 second-round pick Ruke Orhorhoro has been traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars for Maason Smith.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 17
Falcons, Jaguars Swap DTs Ruke Orhorhoro, Maason Smith
The Falcons and Jaguars have changed GMs and coaching staffs since the 2024 draft, when the teams respectively chose Ruke Orhorhoro and Maason Smith in the second round.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 17
Trade: Falcons Trading DT Ruke Orhorhoro To Jaguars For DT Maason Smith
According to Adam Schefter, the Falcons are trading DT Ruke Orhorhoro to the Jaguars in exchange for DT Maason Smith on Friday. This marks a swap of second-round defensive tackles from the 2024 NFL Draft.
NFL News / SportsTalkATL / January 19
Falcons hoping to retain key piece of defensive staff
The Atlanta Falcons have already announced that Jeff Ulbrich will be retained as defensive coordinator. With that, it’s expected that most of the defensive staff will return in 2026, but there is one name worth keeping a close eye on — defensive line coach Nate Ollie.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 2, 2025
Atlanta Falcons DL Ruke Orhorhoro Ready to Shine in 'More Aggressive' Defense
While Michael Penix Jr. stole the NFL Draft headlines in 2024, the Atlanta Falcons began rebuilding their defense shortly after selecting Penix with the No.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 28, 2025
'I Love It': Ruke Orhorhoro on Falcons Camp Fights and Defensive Mindset
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – Flowery Branch is notorious for its hot summer days, but defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro and the Atlanta Falcons ’ defense are the
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 27, 2025
Why Falcons, Ruke Orhorhoro Believe Year 2 Leap is Coming
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- After four weeks on the bench and a slow implementation to the team's defensive line rotation, Ruke Orhorhoro neared the halfway point of his rookie season giving the Atlanta Falcons the flashes they hoped to see from their second-round pick.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 15, 2025
How Ruke Orhorhoro Fits into Atlanta Falcons Defense
For all of the teeth gnashing from the national media about the steep price the Atlanta Falcons paid to get edge rusher James Pearce Jr. in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, the deal to acquire Ruke Orhorhoro in 2024 may have been more expensive.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / December 16, 2024
Falcons place another critical defender on IR
Ahead of Monday night’s matchup with the Las Vegas Raiders, the Falcons had some good and bad news on the injury front. On the positive side, Ruke Orhorhoro has been activated from the IR.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / December 4, 2024
Falcons to welcome rookie standout back to practice
In some positive injury news, the Falcons are welcoming rookie Ruke Orhorhoro back to practice this week ahead of the club’s trip to Minnesota, Raheem Morris told the Atlanta media.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 4, 2024
Falcons Designate DT Ruke Orhorhoro To Return, Sign S Dane Cruikshank To PS
Per Amna Subhan, the Falcons have designated DT Ruke Orhorhoro to return from injured reserve and are also signing S Dane Cruikshank to the practice squad.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / November 1, 2024
Falcons place rookie DT on injured reserve
The Falcons have placed defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro on injured reserve.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / May 13, 2024
Falcons sign second-round DT Ruke Orhorhoro
The Falcons continue to add to the number of 2024 draftees on the books.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / May 1, 2024
Atlanta Falcons Nearly Made Blockbuster NFL Draft Trade
The Atlanta Falcons are not typically one of the most discussed teams in the NFL, but their decisions in the draft last week has everyone talking. The Falcons took University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
Clemson Tigers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26, 2024
Falcons trade up in second round, draft Clemson DL at No. 35
After a stunning start (per Kirk Cousins, at least) to Round 1, the Falcons are moving up the board to open Round 2. They are acquiring No. 35 from the Cardinals.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 2, 2024
Five under-the-radar 2024 NFL Draft prospects who could sneak into Round 1
Several NFL Draft scouts have stated there are 32 first-round picks in every draft, but most years there aren’t 32 players worthy of a first-round grade.
College Football News / 5 GOATs / February 12, 2024
Mel Kiper says Clemson’s Ruke Orhorhoro has first-round talent
Clemson defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro is viewed by ESPN’s Mel Kiper as a sleeper in the 2024 NFL Draft. Orhorhoro isn’t being mentioned as a potential first-round pick at this point, but Kiper believes he possesses that type of talent.
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