Big Cat Country
This week, we asked Jacksonville Jaguars fans which position the team should target at the trade deadline.
Over half of the respondents chose defensive line, and about a third chose pass-catcher or offensive line. Only 2% of voters don’t want the Jaguars to make a move at the deadline.
The front office may agree with the fanbase, based on recent rumors surrounding the team. “The Jaguars are in need of a defensive lineman,” NFL insider Jordan Schultz said on his podcast. “The Jaguars are looking for a defensive tackle,” NFL insider Dianna Russini wrote for The Athletic.
Arik Armstead and Maason Smith have flashed at times, but Jacksonville has lacked a formidable interior pass rush for several seasons. Even an acquisition of a run-stuffing DT could lead to more 3rd-and-longs (i.e., more advantageous pass rush situations).
It seems that a defensive lineman is the most likely position to be added in the next 48 hours.
As for the confidence survey, 83% of fans are confident in the direction of the team — up from 78% last week.
The Jaguars lost two straight games to teams with great defensive lines & defensive coordinators, but they should be able to take care of business in Las Vegas today. The Raiders rank bottom 10 in pressure rate (18.9%) and points per game allowed (25.7) this season.
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