2021 NFL Team Mock Draft: Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jacksonville Jaguars have done it! No, they have not won the super bowl (yet.) What the Jaguars have done is won the biggest prize of draft season, the #1 overall pick in the NFL Draft. It seemed impossible. It seemed like the Jaguars would have to settle for the 2nd pick behind the New York Jets. But through sheer will and effort, along with a bit of luck, they were able to finish the season in dead last
The Jaguars have a golden opportunity. Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence is there for the taking for Jacksonville. The Jaguars will finally have a chance at a franchise quarterback for the first time in years. It’s not just about the 1st overall pick though. Drafts are won and lost with the mid-round picks. While there is some talent on the roster, a lot of work needs to be done on this current Jaguars team in order to become a future contender. https://thedraftnetwork.com/mockDraft/TUaeytz2PN
Round 1:
1st Overall: Trevor Lawrence, QB Clemson
There was a process to this pick. Every quarterback available was given heavy research in order to take the best prospect. In the end, the Jaguars take Clemson standout, Trevor Lawrence. Lawrence has a ton of upside and has the traits and tools of a future MVP candidate. Trevor Lawrence has the opportunity to turn Jacksonville into a future championship contender.
Trade: The Jaguars send #21 (1st round pick) to the Kansas City Chiefs in exchange for #32 (1st round pick), #95 (3rd round pick), and #203 (6th round pick)
I wanted to trade back here and gain more assets, and the Chiefs were happy to play ball. They get an alpha wide receiver to pair with Tyreek Hill and Travis Kelce, while we stay in the first and gain some valuable mid-round picks. It works out for both teams.
Trade: The Jaguars send #32 (1st round pick) to Philadelphia in exchange for #146 (5th round pick), #227 (7th round pick), and a 2022 1st round pick.
I did not plan on trading back, but I simply couldn’t refuse this offer from the Philadelphia Eagles. We don’t get much this year, but that first-round pick next year is one to watch out for. The Eagles could be one of the worst teams in football next year and that pick could become very valuable. Philadelphia better hope Chris Olave is the missing piece of the offense for that price.
Round 2:
33rd Overall: Samuel Cosmi, OT Texas
We took our quarterback of the future with our first pick, let’s take someone to protect him with our next. Samuel Cosmi has tremendous potential at offensive tackle. He’s big at 6’7 300 and can move really well. He has all the upside of a potential long term solution at left tackle. We cannot let what happened to Joe Burrow happen to Trevor Lawrence, we must protect our guy.
45th Overall: Pat Freiermuth, TE Penn State
Frankly, this is a run to the podium pick. Freiermuth was in heavy consideration for our selection at 33 earlier in the round, and we are delighted to snag the big man from Happy Valley here at 45. Freiermuth is so polished that he should have no problems contributing day one for the Jaguars. He’s a very good receiver with sticky hands. He plays big and should be a consistent target for our new quarterback.
Round 3:
65th Overall: Jayson Oweh, EDGE Penn State
What a downfall it has been over the past few years. Once dubbed “Sacksonville” for the defense’s ability to get to opposing quarterbacks, the Jaguars are now one of the 3 worst teams in the entire NFL at sacking the quarterback. We most certainly will not be giving up on last year’s first-round pick K’Lavon Chaisson, but we will look to add another high upside pass rusher in Penn State’s Jayson Oweh here in the 3rd. While not a finished product yet, Oweh has a ton of upside due to his tremendous athleticism.
95th Overall: Christian Barmore, IDL Alabama
I did not love the value at most of the other positions, so let’s continue to build our defensive line by taking another high upside prospect in Christian Barmore. Barmore is only scratching the surface of his potential. He’s been great down the stretch for Alabama this season, and could be a standout defensive tackle to pair alongside Chaisson and Oweh. Let’s bring a dominant defensive front back to Jacksonville.
Round 4:
#102nd overall: Elijah Moore, WR Ole Miss
The Jaguars potentially will be shaking up their wide receiver position this upcoming offseason, with guys such as Keelan Cole and Chris Conley due money this offseason. Instead of giving money to both of those guys, let’s bring in a dynamic speedster in Elijah Moore. Moore is 2nd in receiving yards this season behind Devonta Smith and will add speed to this offense.
#122nd Overall: Kenneth Gainwell, RB Memphis
The Jaguars found an undrafted steal last year at running back in James Robinson, lets add a complementary back to help him. Gainwell has shown that he can be a good receiver, and can be another versatile piece in our offense.
Round 5:
141st Overall: Divine Deablo, Safety Virginia Tech
A possible late-round gem in a position of need. Deablo has been one of the best defenders for the Hokies over the past few years, and turned into a real playmaker this season. He had four interceptions. He could possibly be a real player for the Jaguars in an eventual rotational role.
146th Overall: Kenny Yeboah, TE Ole Miss
Double dipping on tight ends! Yeboah was the player that intrigued me most left on the board, and could be an interesting addition to the team. He’s a tight end that operates more like a big receiver. I always love to have a guy like that on the team. He has great hands and could be another threat in the red zone.
162nd Overall: Amari Rodgers, WR Clemson
Let’s reunite Trevor Lawrence with one of his best targets from this past season. Rodgers is a nice weapon out of the slot. He is a great threat with the ball in his hands, and can be used in the screen game, as well as on jet sweeps. A guy like him always has the attention of the defense.
Round 6:
203rd Overall: Tarron Jackson, EDGE Coastal Carolina
Tarron Jackson has a great base foundation, it just might be a while until the house is finished being built. He has produced over the past 2 years. He has good NFL size and strength. There might not be that much flexibility in him, but there sure is power. If we can coach him up, get his technique more consistent, I think Tarron Jackson could be a late-round player that sticks on this team.
Round 7:
222nd Overall: Josh Jobe, DB Alabama
There’s a lot of reasons to like Josh Jobe. He has extensive experience on special teams, and having late round guys that can contribute on special teams is important. You don’t realize how important special teams is until your team is bad at it. He is a physical corner who could possibly over time convert into a solid rotational safety for us. He is a willing tackler and a guy we’d love to have on this team.
227th Overall: Dorian Thompson-Robinson, QB UCLA
QUARTERBACK CONTROVERSY IN JACKSONVILLE?! All jokes aside, Dorian Thompson-Robinson is an interesting enough prospect to take a shot on. He has great athleticism at the quarterback position. Thompson-Robinson has a solid arm and shows flashes of good accuracy. He has the potential to be a solid backup.
246th Overall: Jacoby Stevens, DB LSU
There’s a lot to like about getting Stevens this late. He is an experienced player who achieved a lot at LSU. He is very versatile, lining up in multiple spots for the Tigers defense. He’s an intriguing option and certainly worth our last pick.
Writer
-By: Jacob Keppen