The Jacksonville Jaguars began play as an NFL team in the 1995 season, after being awarded an expansion franchise on November 30, 1993.

Key dates

  • Awarded NFL expansion franchise: November 30, 1993.
  • First regular-season game: September 3, 1995, a 10–3 loss to the Houston Oilers.
  • Officially established as an NFL franchise: November 30, 1993, with play starting in 1995.

Quick Scoop

  • The Jaguars entered the league alongside the Carolina Panthers as expansion teams in 1995.
  • Before being awarded the team, the “Touchdown Jacksonville!” ownership group had campaigned for a franchise since 1989.
  • The team has remained in Jacksonville since its first season and has competed in the AFC South since 2002 (AFC Central from 1995–2001).

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