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Former Jaguars general manager Trent Baalke finds his way back into the NFL, and it's with someone on Jacksonville's 2026 schedule
TL;DR
Former Jaguars general manager Trent Baalke has been hired by the Cleveland Browns as a consultant. This new role will bring him back into the NFL and potentially lead to a matchup with his old team.
Key points
- Trent Baalke is the former general manager of the Jacksonville Jaguars.
- He has been hired by the Cleveland Browns as a consultant.
- Baalke's new role may lead to a matchup with the Jaguars in 2026.
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Oct 20, 2024; London, United Kingdom; Jacksonville Jaguars general manager Trent Baalke reacts during an NFL International Series game against the New England Patriots at Wembley Stadium. Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
The Jagsā former general manager finally found a new gig in the league, and itāll put him on course to cross paths with his old team.
It took a little while, but former Jacksonville Jaguars general manager has found his next gig in the NFL.
According to CBS Sports reporter Matt Zenitz, the Cleveland Browns are hiring Baalke to their front office staff in the role of a consultant.
Cleveland Browns hiring former Jaguars general manager Trent Baalke as a consultant
Baalke was hired by the Jaguars in February 2020 as director of player personnel after spending the previous three years working for the NFL as a football operations consultant. That followed a six-year stint (2011-16) as general manager of the San Francisco 49ers.
He was promoted to Jacksonvilleās interim GM near the end of the 2020 season after Dave Caldwell was fired and thereafter had the interim tag removed. He held the position from 2021-2024, compiling a record of 25-43 over that span. He was responsible for drafting Trevor Lawrence, Travis Etienne, , and Brian Thomas, Jr., among others.
Q&A
Why did Trent Baalke leave the Jacksonville Jaguars?
Trent Baalke was the former general manager of the Jacksonville Jaguars before seeking new opportunities in the NFL.
What role will Trent Baalke have with the Cleveland Browns?
Trent Baalke will serve as a consultant in the front office for the Cleveland Browns.
When will the Cleveland Browns face the Jacksonville Jaguars?
The Cleveland Browns are scheduled to play against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2026 NFL season.