(01-01-2019, 05:11 PM)NYC4jags Wrote: (01-01-2019, 04:43 PM)Jagulars Wrote: Hope everyone is having a great New Year's Day. Time to look forward to the offseason
In no particular order, eight positions the Jaguars need to fill in FA/Draft:
Quarterback
Bortles played inconsistent and showed regression from last post-season run. The OL injuries played some role into it and the WRs dropping passes didn't help either. I would think the Jaguars keep him while the rookie sits. As soon as Bortles goes south in play, they will be calling for that new QB to come in. He may likely be released or traded before the deadline next season if he fails to hold the starting spot. Odds aren't in his favor.
Right Guard
A. J. Cann has showed inconsistency throughout his career. The only good thing going for him is his durability. Cann I believe is heading to FA this offseason. This needs to be upgraded. Along with solid depth.
Tackle
I like Parnell. He did very well his first two seasons here. Had a bit of a drop-off in 2018. I would still like to keep him with a pay cut and see if he holds off Richardson and someone else next preseason. However, this is the likely scenario where he is cut . Grab a OT for more competition. Regardless if Parnell stays or not. A little depth never hurt either. Seeing as how that worked out well last season. 
Running Back
The damage is clearly done here. This needs to be blown up for the most part and start anew. Not enough out of Yeldon since being drafted in the 2nd round. Grant is the only one I think stays for depth and an UDFA likely with him. Hyde will be gone. And as for LF... He will likely be gone too. Find a dual-threat back to upgrade here.
Wide Receiver
This has been one of the most disappointing areas of the offense. Cole has taken a step back. Moncrief has been inconsistent on what he was paid for a 1-year deal and will not return. Greene will be gone and probably reunite with Winston in TB. Chark was up and down in his rookie season. Lee cannot stay on the field. Westbrook is stepping up. How much of it played part of the QB play? Some. The drops, however, were inexcusable. Need a true #1 WR here.
Tight End
I know they are still investing in ASJ. The other TEs on the roster are nothing to brag about. Get an upgrade here. Two TE sets could help is WR is lackluster.
Linebacker
Although Poz had great pre-snap adjustments, his play was slowing down. Then, Jack filled in this season. It had a few ups and down early on. But, as the season progressed, it looked like a mess with players out of position. I know one year to judge someone on a position shift seems premature. But, I feel bringing in a solid MLB and putting Jack back outside would be beneficial. But, they will likely keep him at MLB and upgrade at SLB.
Return Specialist
This position has been a huge lackluster for this team the last two seasons. Ranking near the bottom 10 in the league in return yards. The last time the Jaguars had been in the top 5 in return yards was in 2010. Second only to Arizona. We would want that good field position and a couple of home runs along the way.
- New blood at QB is absolutely on the way and I hope it involves that #7 overall pick.
- RG/RT - Will Richardson may end up in one of these spots. I feel certain an o-linemen (probably two) will be drafted as well
- RB can be approached a number of different ways - Not concerned - If they get the line rounded out, the RB spots aren't terribly difficult to fill out
- At WR - I like Lee/Westbrook/Chark but they'll need more. Unfortunately I don't think spending an early pick is an option due to greater need, so I would expect the position group to be rounded out with late picks and budget free agents. I'd keep an eye on the three receivers added to the PS squad recently as potential sleepers for the WR5 spot.
- I expect the Jags will take a TE somewhere between rounds 3-5 in the draft. I'd expect a mid-tier signing as well.
- Any changes at LB probably depend upon whether Wash rides the storm out or not. May not change at all if he's retained.
- Westbrook is a very good return specialist, but I imagine the team will collect a few more candidates so that they may have depth/options and the ability to shield Westbrook from potential injury should they choose to do so. They won't spend big to do it.
As far as WR I think this draft is littered with potential sleepers:
Diontae Johnson from Toledo is around Dede's size, 5'11 180, likely a touch slower but could fill that return role (4 return TDs the last 2 seasons) and he's a pretty solid route runner too.
The following trio all guys around 6'3:
Xavier Ubosi is big play WR, averaged almost 24 yards a catch this season with 8 TDs.
Tyre Brady out of Marshall, great job adjusting to passes, threat to score in the red zone 7 of his 9 TDs this year were in the redzone.
Keelan Doss UC Davis. He lit up the FCS level, like Brady great at adjusting to passes, great field awareness seen him make several sideline catches and get both feet in.
