With the draft only 14 days away, it’s time for analysts to start delving past the first round to generate content. That means going out on a limb and projecting not only how late some players might go, but how teams will try to plan out their entire draft strategy.
In his latest mock draft exercise for ESPN, Todd McShay played general manager for each team and selected players for the first three rounds. For the Jaguars, he decided to load up on offense after taking a defensive lineman early.
Round 1 (4): Jonathan Allen, DT, Alabama
Round 2 (35): Evan Engram, TE, Mississippi
Round 3 (68): Carlos Henderson, WR, Louisiana Tech
I know the Jaguars have spent big on their defensive line the past two offseasons, but Allen is the rare D-lineman who can be an elite run defender and an elite pass-rusher while playing multiple positions up front.