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Jaguars just saved a rookie's job by releasing veteran Daniel Thomas

The Jacksonville Jaguars had a conundrum at safety. While most of the attention was centered on who would win the starting job next to Eric Murray, the team's brass had to also sort out the bottom of the depth chart.

Heading into the preseason finale, the Jags had a trio of safeties vying for a roster spot: Daniel Thomas, undrafted free agent Cam'Ron Silmon-Craig, and rookie Rayuan Lane. Already, the front office released Silmon-Craig and Thomas, paving the way for Lane to stick around in 2025.

Why the Jaguars are keeping Rayuane Lane over Daniel Thomas

As a sixth-round selection, Rayuane Lane III wasn't a lock to make the team but certainly had a few things going in his favor.