Jakobi Meyers trade: Jacksonville Jaguars acquire Wide Receiver from Las Vegas Raiders

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The Las Vegas Raiders have traded star wide receiver Jakobi Meyers to the Jacksonville Jaguars, fulfilling his preseason request for a fresh start. The deal sends Meyers packing in exchange for a fourth-round and sixth-round pick, just days after the teams battled in a nail-biting 30-29 overtime thriller in Las Vegas.

Details about the trade

Jakobi Meyers, who openly sought a move earlier this year, attracted attention from several clubs, including Pittsburgh Steelers among the suitors. In the end, Jaguars offensive coordinator Liam Coen and general manager James Gladstone secured the veteran receiver. The swap came with iron, the teams faced off just two days prior in Las Vegas. Jaguars clinched a thrilling 30-29 overtime win, where Meyers managed four catches for 23 yards.

This transaction highlighted the Raiders' willingness to rebuild amid struggles. New quarterback Geno Smith has struggled targeting Meyers, posting zero touchdowns against four interceptions on those throws this season.

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