Jaguars Re-Sign RB DeeJay Dallas

The Jaguars have kept a pair of veterans in the fold with today’s moves. In addition to Matt Dickerson, DeeJay Dallas will be in place for the offseason.

Dallas split his time between the Panthers and Jags in 2025. The veteran running back wound up making three appearances with each team, continuing in his familiar role as a special teams presence. Dallas will be counted on to remain a core piece in the third phase for Jacksonville in 2026, with the team announced on Monday that he has been re-signed.

During his time with the Seahawks (2020-23) and Cardinals (2024), Dallas did not manage to establish himself as a regular on offense. His career high in carries for one season is 35, and it is unlikely that will change with the Jags. Today’s news will ensure depth in the backfield as the team contemplates its options with Travis Etienne. 

Etienne is not expected to receive the franchise tag, meaning a trip to free agency looms. Etienne topped 1,000 rushing yards for the third time in his career in 2025, and he could be one of the top backs on the market provided no Jacksonville agreement is reached. The Jaguars also have 2025 draftees Bhayshul Tuten and LeQuint Allen in place, and they are likely to once again have a role on offense next year.

The same will likely not be true of Dallas, 27, even if he manages to survive roster cuts this summer. Nevertheless, he could carve out a role for himself as a kick returner. Dallas has amassed 2,254 yards in that regard over the course of his career, and that figure could increase during his first full season in Jacksonville.