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Newly acquired Jacksonville Jaguars left tackle Branden Albert was not present Monday for the start of the team's voluntary offseason workouts. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported Albert missed the Jaguars' first team meeting because he is holding out for a new contract.
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The Jaguars acquired Albert from the Miami Dolphins this offseason in exchange for a 2018 seventh-round pick.
Albert, 32, signed a five-year, $47 million contract in 2014 and will earn $8.875 million in 2017 and $9.575 million in 2018.
The 6-foot-5, 315-pound Albert, entering his 10th NFL season, started all 12 games he played last season. He started 35 games during his three seasons in Miami.
"Brandon is an experienced left tackle," Jaguars head coach Doug Marrone said after acquiring Albert. "He will compete for the starting role and has proven over his 120-game career that he has the mental and physical tools to excel in this league.
"The play of the offensive and defensive line will be of significant importance to our organization's success and the acquisition of Branden Albert is a step in that direction."
