Jaguars' Mike Caldwell, staff reportedly fired

Photo by James Gilbert/Getty ImagesPer multiple reports, the Jacksonville Jaguars have relieved former second-year defensive coordinator Mike Caldwell and the majority of his defensive staff of their duties.

Sources: The #Jaguars have fired defensive coordinator Mike Caldwell and his staff.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 8, 2024 Per the initial reports, the entire defensive staff was relieved. However, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC2, Houston, defensive quality control coach Patrick Reilly, is the sole defensive staffer being retained by the team.

While the pure numbers reflected minor overall improvements or regressions in the Jaguars' defense, the team's second-half collapse after the bye week…