Re-Drafting the 2013 NFL Draft - The Draft Network
2. Jacksonville Jaguars - Lane Johnson, OT, Oklahoma. Original Pick: Luke Joeckel, OT, Texas A&M. Selecting Joeckel was a massive mistake and while it took the Jaguars awhile to admit it, drafting Lane Johnson at this spot would’ve relaxed their worries a bit more while then franchise QB Blaine Gabbert was dropping back to pass. With Johnson’s versatility, he could’ve filled in at left or right tackle.
Lane Johnson went to school on pass blocking technique from Joe Thomas - PFT
In a video posted on Twitter by former offensive lineman and NFL Network analyst Brian Baldinger, Johnson said he copied the technique of former Cleveland Browns left tackle Joe Thomas after seeing him discuss his technique to combat power rushes with Baldinger.