Jaguars hire Rams executive James Gladstone as new general manager after front-office shakeup

The Jacksonville Jaguars have officially appointed James Gladstone as their lead executive in team operations, bringing a fresh perspective from the Los Angeles Rams. Gladstone, who previously served as the Rams’ director of scouting strategy, played an important function in shaping Los Angeles’ roster through innovative talent evaluation and strategic planning. His experience with a Super Bowl-winning organization makes him a valuable addition to the Jags as they aim to build a more competitive squad.

Gladstone’s hiring is part of Jacksonville’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its front office and secure long-term success. With former GM Trent Baalke stepping down, the Sacksonville sought a leader with a strong background in player evaluation and team development. Now, under James leadership, the organization looks to refine its draft strategies and roster construction in pursuit of sustained playoff contention.

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What does the new executive bring to the Jaguars’ front office?

With experience at the Los Angeles Rams, the Jags’ latest addition to the senior management brings a data-driven approach to roster construction. As prospect development coordinator, James Gladstone played a key role in identifying talent that contributed to the Rams’ Super Bowl LVI victory. His expertise in advanced scouting techniques and analytics is expected to enhance Jacksonville’s recruitment and enhancement approach.

The Jaguars’ operations team values his ability to merge traditional recruitment with modern review methods. His work in Los Angeles focused on leveraging statistics to optimize acquisitions, a plan that could help Jacksonville establish a more sustainable and competitive foundation. His fresh perspective is expected to bring much-needed innovation to the entity’s team-building efforts.

Why did the Jaguars choose James Gladstone as their new GM?

Sacksonville owner Shad Khan emphasized that Gladstone stood out among a highly competitive field of candidates due to his vision, communication skills, and deep knowledge of the league. “James emerged as my choice, and our choice, following a meticulous yet invigorating interview process that left no doubts,” Khan stated. He praised James’s ability to introduce fresh ideas and his strong rapport with the team’s leadership, making him the ideal fit for Jacksonville’s future.

Shad also expressed confidence in how Gladstone will integrate with the organization’s top decision-makers. “It’s going to be exciting to see James collaborate with head coach Liam Coen, executive vice president Tony Boselli, and chief strategy officer Tony Khan—but more than anything, it will be rewarding,” he said. As Jaguars enters a new episode, both the brand and its fans are optimistic that new manager´s guidance will help build a stronger, more structured, and ambitious staff.