Many Jacksonville Jaguars fans and members of the media banged the drum for the Jaguars to target a big-time wide receiver in free agency. I even suggested they should take a look at someone like James Jones, but I knew it was highly unlikely. The fact of the matter is, the Jaguars like the guys they have, even if most people have no idea who they are.

Continue reading this post »

Height: 6-1

Weight: 229lbs

PROS: Shows good speed on the field but did not time well. Had fantastic production in his 4-year career. Scrapes through traffic well due to his quickness. Does a good job as a read and react defender dropping into zone coverage. Plays with a high motor and lots of intensity. Will drive through the ball carrier when he tackles and wraps up well.

CONS: Some teams might want him to add some bulk to his frame. Takes bad angles in pursuit at times. Does not have much experience rushing the passer. Gets caught by misdirection plays and play action fakes because he tends to play out of control at times and over pursue. Relies on his quickness to shed blocks and can get blocked out of plays due to poor technique.

Height: 6-4

Weight: 295lbs

PROS: Very smart offensive lineman who is also very versatile. Has nice short area quickness and does a nice job of setting up to pass block, which he does well. Uses his hands well and has a strong bunch. Does an adequate job in the running game and anchoring. Finishes his blocks and can get to the second level.

CONS: Will allow defenders into his body and his footwork can get sloppy. Will get pushed back trying to anchor against nose tackle size power players. Will likely not be able to block defenders on the line himself and will need help from the guards. Gets in the way more than he blocks when in space. Recovering from a knee injury.

Height: 5-9

Weight: 186lbs

PROS: Extremely fast corner despite what his NFL Combine 40-time says. There were reports there were issues with the timers. Very physical corner for his size with a strong upper body. Is not afraid to stick his nose in and come up and support the run. Very dangerous with the ball in his hands after an interception and returning kicks. Has excellent change of direction skills to compliment his speed and shows nice footwork.

CONS: Defensive statistics in college weren't anything special. Still more of a lot of potential type player rather than a on the field producer. Doesn't wrap up well and tries to lower his shoulder and deliver a hit rather than tackle the receiver. Struggles in man coverage and allows the receiver to get on the inside rather than force them to the outside in coverage. Will need a lot of coaching but has very good upside.