Jaguars interested in Chris Canty, set for visit after combine

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Posted by Josh Alper on February 22, 2013, 6:07 PM EST

Defensive lineman Chris Canty has gotten an offer from the Titans since his release from the Giants, but he’s not ready to stop looking for a new team to call his own.

Mike Garafolo of USA Today reports that Canty will visit with the Packers and Jaguars after the combine comes to a close. The Packers had a lot of interest in Canty when he was a free agent after the 2008 season, but he wound up signing with the Giants instead of waiting on an offer from Green Bay. Things are working a bit differently this time, which might be an advantage of being able to look for jobs while those waiting for free agency have to refrain — publicly, at least — from exploring new opportunities.

The Jaguars have defensive lineman Terrance Knighton and George Selvie heading toward free agency and need to do a better job at both rushing the passer and stopping the run next season. Canty can fit in a variety of roles up front and would likely play tackle for Jacksonville while filling an end spot if he wound up in Green Bay.

Because General Manager Dave Gettleman worked for the Giants, there was some thought the Panthers would also be interested in Canty. As of now, though, we only know that he’s heard from Carolina players.

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[hotdalton18]

He's better then Alualu or Knighton so i hope we get this guy

[TDjacksonville]

actually think he could be a Jumbo end in the seahawks defense. depends on the price IMO considering this draft looks good at DT.

[jobclarke]

could be valuable as either the pass rushing DT of the LE who is basically a DT in this scheme.......would be a good pick up

[TDjacksonville]

could be valuable as either the pass rushing DT of the LE who is basically a DT in this scheme.......would be a good pick up

depending on the Price yes.

[jobclarke]

obviously yes