Trent Baalke has been relieved of his duties as general manager of the Jacksonville Jaguars, as confirmed by team owner Shad Khan. This decision follows a challenging season that saw the Jaguars finish with a 4-13 record, prompting the dismissal of head coach Doug Pederson earlier this month. Khan expressed gratitude for Baalke’s contributions over the past five years, which included the selection of standout quarterback Trevor Lawrence and an AFC South title. However, Baalke’s controversial choices, such as selecting defensive end Travon Walker over Aidan Hutchinson in 2022, have led to scrutiny of his tenure. Interim GM Ethan Waugh will take over as the team seeks a new direction.
