India, Nov. 9 -- The Jacksonville Jaguars have acquired former Pro Bowl safety Jessie Bates III from the Atlanta Falcons in exchange for a 2027 second-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round selection. The trade was reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday, with Jacksonville strengthening its secondary after losing safety Eric Murray to a season-ending injury.

Bates, who joined Atlanta in 2023, has started all 60 games he has been available for with the Falcons, recording 392 tackles, 14 interceptions and 11 forced fumbles. His arrival gives Jacksonville an experienced defensive presence as the team looks to address its injury concerns ahead of the remainder of the NFL season.

Jessie Bates signed with Atlanta in 2023 and has started all 60 ...