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Here is today’s roundup of the latest news, rumors, and analysis on your Jacksonville Jaguars.
The pick is in: Jaguars select LSU WR Brian Thomas Jr. at 23rd overall (Big Cat Country)
Cornerback was commonly agreed upon as Jacksonville’s biggest need entering the evening. The team had its pick of Quinyon Mitchell or Terrion Arnold at 17th overall, and Arnold was still available at 24th overall, but Trevor Lawrence’s receiver room was addressed instead.
Jaguars 2024 NFL Draft: Round 1 tracker and open thread (Big Cat Country)
This page will track and comment on every team’s pick in the first round. Chime in with your thoughts in the comments!
Baalke Ball: Studying the Jaguars GM’s historic approach to drafting (Big Cat Country)
Now for some bad news, folks. We all know that receiver is a very real need for this team heading into draft weekend. Unfortunately, Trent Baalke’s track record is downright diabolical when it comes to taking pass catchers.
2024 NFL Draft: 3 Observations on Jaguars Selecting Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguar Report)
Frankly, the Jaguars could have taken almost anyone at No. 23 overall and it still would have been somewhat of a win considering their process. Fans typically don’t get excited about trade downs, but the Jaguars now have likely four top-100 picks in the 2025 NFL Draft thanks to their trade down. And they can use any of their extra three picks to either move up the board over the next two days or make a move to trade for a veteran. Add in the fact that Thomas would have likely been the pick at No. 17, and it is hard to make an argument against the Jaguars’ process.
Jaguars drafts Brian Thomas Jr.: How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel (The Athletic)
What an anonymous coach had to say about Thomas in Bruce Feldman’s mock draft:
“Potentially, I think can be really good in the NFL. He was a red zone nightmare. Even if you were in great position, he could still win those 50-50 balls. But he didn’t scare you with (yards after catch) like (Malik) Nabers did.”
2024 NFL draft trade grades: Biggest deals for players, picks (ESPN)
For the Jaguars, this is just a clear and easy victory. Evaluation overconfidence has long plagued teams in the NFL draft, causing them to overpay in trades. By being a willing trade-down partner — as they were last year — Jacksonville is again able to reap the rewards.
Jaguars Unveil 30th Season Logo (Jaguars.com)
The Jaguars on Thursday unveiled a newly-designed logo to commemorate their upcoming 30th season, a logo decided by fans in a month-long vote and symbolizing the franchise’s three-decade journey since its 1995 inaugural season.
Tony Khan Spotted in Jaguars NFL Draft Room With Neck Brace After AEW Melee (Sports Illustrated)
During “AEW Dynamite” in Jacksonville on...
