Jacksonville Jaguars draft review

Jacksonville Jaguars draft review

Jacksonville Jaguars draft review 1 (7). Josh Allen, DE: 6-5, 262, Kentucky

2 (35). Jawaan Taylor, OT: 6-5, 312, Florida 3 (69). Josh Oliver, TE: 6-5, 249, San Jose St.

3 (98). Quincy Williams, S: 5-10, 239, Murray St. 5 (140). Ryquell Armstead, RB: 5-11, 220, Temple

6 (178). Gardner Minshew, QB: 6-1, 225, Washington St. 7 (235). Dontavius Russell, DT: 6-3, 319, Auburn

Grade: A- In 2016, the Jaguars nabbed Jalen Ramsey and Myles Jack -- both top-five prospects -- when Jack slipped to Round 2 due to a knee concern. It was déjà vu in 2019, as they wound up with a top-five prospect in Allen and borderline top-10 prospect in Taylor. Meanwhile, Oliver could become a major weapon, and Armstead is nice insurance for Leonard Fournette.

Best pick: Allen. The decision became easy when Allen slipped to No. 7. The Jaguars have other edge rushers, but Yannick Ngakoue is due a major payday before long, and Allen provides additional versatility. If he becomes a better run defender, he could be a top-five edge defender. Upside pick: Oliver. Big, fast and athletic, Oliver was a big-play machine at San Jose State, racking up yards after the catch and making a host of contested grabs. He needs some route-running refinement and must bulk up to be a better blocker, but the ceiling is quite high.

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