The Jacksonville Jaguars did a good job of addressing many of their biggest needs in free agency, and they didn't without having to fork out a significant amount of money or cap space. Having said that, they'll need to keep making upgrades to the roster if they want to have a legitimate chance to compete in the AFC South next season.
Working in the Jags' favor is that they have 10 draft selections. Given that they already filled several holes, they could take several paths in the first three rounds. Having said that, expected them to beef up the defensive line. General manager James Gladstone implied as much in the aftermath of free agency.
With this in mind, here's a three-round mock draft in which the Jags address their remaining needs and put the finishing touches on their Trevor Lawrence-led offense:
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Round 1, pick 5: Mason Graham, defensive tackle
While the Jags added reinforcements at cornerback and safety in free agency, they chose not to make any upgrades to the defensive trenches in free agency. This could be an indicator that they plan to select a defensive tackle early in the draft, and the best one available will be Mason Graham.
There will be questions about Graham's arm length throughout the draft process, but the production is there. The Jags could also take wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan since Dyami Brown only signed a one-year deal. Similarly, cornerback Will Johnson would be a great addition, but taking him at No. 5 would seem excessive after signing Jourdan Lewis.
That's why Graham gets the nod.
Round 2, pick 36: Grey Zabel, offensive lineman
The Jaguars signed Patrick Mekari and Robert Hainsey to start at right guard and center, respectively, so the interior offensive line is no longer at the top of the team's priorities. But with that said, they should continue to add reinforcements to the line of scrimmage.
At No. 36, Grey Zabel would be a good pickup. He could redshirt his rookie season and compete for a starting role in 2026. Moreover, he would provide much-needed depth in the interior trenches.
Ideally, you would want an early-round pick to contribute right off the bat but the Jaguars made several signings in free agency precisely to be in a position to take the BPA at No. 36.
Round 3, pick 70: Tre Harris, wide receiver
The Dyami Brown signing has decreased the need to add a wide receiver early in the draft but adding depth at the position will be key following the departures of Christian Kirk, Josh Reynolds, and Tim Jones.
At 6'3" and 210 pounds, Tre Harris has the size to become a big target in both the red zone and on third down. Sure, he's not a burner, but the Jaguars have Brown and Brian Thomas Jr. to stretch the field. The former Ole Miss Rebel can fit that role and would be the final piece in Trevor Lawrence's arsenal of weapons.
Round 3, pick 88: Jordan Burch, pass rusher
The Jaguars could add a veteran pass rusher in the second wave of free agency. There are still a few out there. However, they seemed locked on finding one in the draft to round out the rotation behind Travon Walker and Josh Hines-Allen.
Having taken care of most needs, the Jaguars take edge rusher Jordan Burch. Although he needs to work on his overall technique, he routinely showcased pass-rush potential at Oregon. He could get on the field in obvious passing situations and get an increased workload once he hones his skills.
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