While the production hasn’t been paid off, the Jacksonville Jaguars will cut veteran defensive tackle Khalen Saunders, who will now become a free agent if he hasn’t cleared waivers. [According to several reports](https://saintswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/saints/2025/11/13/khalen-saunders-cut-jaguars-saints-trade-reaction/87248816007/), it’s no surprise that the Jaguars will move since the veteran didn’t perform up to the standards that the team had hoped. However, Saunders barely had any playing time, so it was a bit of a head scratcher as to why they traded for him in August to boost the defensive line. The 29-year-old logged just 25 snaps, so teams who are might look into him might not offer him the best contract, but one that fits within their budget.
Breaking: Jaguars Cut Khalen Saunders – 4 Next Destinations, Ranked
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The good news is that Saunders has a chance to join a contender before the playoffs start in January. The Jaguars are probably making a bid in the wild-card, but several talented teams could use a depth guy like Saunders. Originally selected in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft, the former Western Illinois product isn’t the same powerful defensive player down the middle, but he’s still reliable in situational moments. Saunders should be able to find a new home after Week 11, and here are four teams that could acquire him.