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Since owner Shad Khan’s acquisition of the team in 2012, the Jaguars have had only two general managers: Baalke and Dave Caldwell. With multiple seasons filled with double-digit losses, many perceived Baalke’s retention as a limiting factor for the franchise’s future success.
When seeking to recruit a promising head coach like Mike Vrabel or Ben Johnson, the presence of Baalke—who retains ultimate authority over draft selections—may serve as a deterrent. It creates an alarming scenario where a potential head coach may feel handcuffed by a general manager with a less-than-stellar track record.