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Post-Draft Q&A: Block U explains why Jaguars linebacker Devin Lloyd is a future captain

The Jacksonville Jaguars had a clear plan for the 2022 NFL Draft — improve the defense. The Jaguars spent the No. 1 overall pick on Georgia edge rusher Travon Walker and also drafted two linebackers in the first three rounds with Utah’s Devin Lloyd and Wyoming’s Chad Muma.

Lloyd, whom the Jaguars traded up to get back into the first round for, was selected by Jacksonville at No. 27 overall and all signs point to him earning an immediate role. Lloyd helped lead the Utes to the program’s first-ever Pac-12 championship and Rose Bowl appearance, but what exactly are the Jaguars getting in the Utah product?