The Jacksonville Jaguars were founded in 1993, when the NFL awarded Jacksonville an expansion franchise that would begin play in the 1995 season.

Quick Scoop

  • The franchise was officially awarded on November 30, 1993, making that the key date associated with the team’s founding.
  • The Jaguars joined the league as the 30th NFL franchise and took the field for their first season in 1995.

In short: the idea and franchise rights were born in 1993, and the on- field team debuted two years later.

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