Mailata Anchors Eagles Line Before Jaguars Test in London

On Oct. 10, 2026, Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Jordan Mailata became a key focus of the team's preparation in London, where the Eagles will face the Jacksonville Jaguars and defensive end Josh Hines-Allen. The matchup carries importance as Philadelphia adjusts its offensive line.

Mailata is the most established blocker protecting quarterback Jalen Hurts, with Philadelphia expected to use a rookie at right tackle, a former practice squad center and a left guard returning after injury. According to PFF, Mailata owns an 83.6 overall grade and an 80.5 pass-blocking grade through four games.

Hurts has been sacked 12 times in four games, including four sacks against the Los Angeles Rams last week. The Eagles also lost veteran tackle Lane Johnson to retirement and traded center Cam Jurgens after that game, increasing pressure on the reshaped line.

Mailata has played all 242 Philadelphia offensive snaps this season and has advised rookie tackle Markel Bell, who is replacing Johnson.

"What I told Markel is that he's not here to fill anyone's shoes," said Jordan Mailata, Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle.

Bell has a 36.6 pass-blocking grade from PFF on 34 pass-blocking snaps, although the sample size remains limited. Philadelphia will need its protection unit to handle Jacksonville's defensive front.

Hines-Allen has recorded 15 tackles, 1.5 sacks, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery. According to PFF, he has generated 10 pressures on 119 pass-rush snaps and holds a 76.4 overall grade through Week 4.

The Jaguars have produced 41 pressures without blitzing, tied for fifth in the league according to the Eagles' website. Travon Walker also has 1.5 sacks and leads Jacksonville with 15 pressures, according to PFF.

"We're supposed to lose every game; people are waiting for us to fail," said Josh Hines-Allen, Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end.

Jacksonville enters the matchup with a defense that ranks 31st in passing yards allowed. Safety Caleb Ransaw is on injured reserve, while safety Eric Murray is doubtful with a concussion.

The Jaguars' pass rush will attempt to pressure Hurts before he can connect with Dontayvion Wicks, who averages 16.4 yards per catch, or use Hurts' rushing ability, which has produced 105 yards. The NFL Network broadcast is scheduled with Dave Pasch, Kurt Warner and Jason Kelce at 9:30 a.m. ET.