# Falcons trade Jessie Bates

> Falcons trade Jessie Bates to Jaguars, saying they aren't punting on 2026 season.
- Title: Falcons trade Jessie Bates · NBC Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Falcons trade Jessie Bates to Jaguars, saying they aren't punting on 2026 season.
- Keywords: atlanta falcons, jaguars, jessie bates, nfc south, kevin stefanski, falcons trade, NBC Sports
- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/kevin-stefanski-on-jessie-bates-trade-falcons-arent-punting-on-the-season
- Published: 2026-11-09T19:29:17.454+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: atlanta falcons, jaguars, jessie bates, nfc south, kevin stefanski, falcons trade, sports
## Falcons trade Jessie Bates
Falcons traded veteran safety Jessie Bates to Jaguars today.
## Stefanski on trade
Stefanski says Falcons are building for future but remain in NFC South contention.
## Stefanski on season
Stefanski says Falcons won't punt on 2026 season with three wins.
## Stefanski on draft picks
Stefanski says draft picks are lifeblood for organization long-term.
## Stefanski on fans
Stefanski says fans know Falcons aren't punting on this season.
## Stefanski on division
Stefanski says Falcons are in thick of NFC South competition with three wins.
## Key takeaway

Falcons traded Jessie Bates to Jaguars but remain in NFC South contention with three wins.