Arik Armstead is wasting no time learning Jaguars’ defense, rivalries

New Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Arik Armstead has only been a member of the team for a couple days, but the former San Francisco 49ers lineman is getting caught up quickly.

His first order of business after signing a three-year, $51 million deal with the team was to ask fans what he needs to know about Duval. One Jaguars fan made sure he knew the really important thing: the Tennessee Titans are not well-liked in Jacksonville.

Noted https://t.co/pKuzt3To95

— Arik Armstead (@arikarmstead) March 16, 2024

Armstead, 30, also got straight to work on preparing himself for the next season.

New #Jaguars DT Arik Armstead getting into Ryan Nielsen’s defense pic.twitter.com/kAbE2trneC

— John Shipley (@_John_Shipley) March 16, 2024

The Jaguars are hoping the former first-round pick and four-time team captain of the 49ers will provide their defensive line with a much needed boost. While the duo of Josh Allen and Travon Walker teamed up for 27.5 sacks, every other player on the Jacksonville defense combined for just 12.5.

Jacksonville’s run defense was also lacking down the stretch, allowing three of its last six opponents to rack up more than 150 rushing yards.

If Armstead hits the ground running with the Jaguars, it could be exactly the upgrade the team needs to get back to the postseason. And it looks like Armstead is getting straight to business learning how to be a fan favorite in Duval.