Quote:Agreed completely on this point with you and FBT, though it begs the question if the Jaguars win 5 this season, will that be considered a disappointment, even though it represents improvement from last year's record?

 

I think Doss was primarily a ST guy who was a fall back in case they didn't get the receivers they wanted in this draft.

 

I think now that the team landed both Lee and Robinson in the second round, Doss' spot became a lot less secure...and Copeland's presence doesn't help him, either.

 

We disagree on Shorts.  I think Shorts is as close to a lock at this point as there is at any position.

 

The DT from Cal would likely back up Miller.  I think Hood will be a rotational guy for Marks.  I think between FA and the draft and the UDFAs, the Jaguars can have decent quality in their first and second lines.

 

I'm with you on Shorts.  I don't think his position is in jeopardy.  When the General Manager specifically mentions that they are already reaching out to his agent to get a contract extension done, that tells me all I need to know.  With the uncertainty surrounding Blackmon and his possible return, it makes no sense to think Shorts is going anywhere.

 

There's this "trade lust" on this board where any player who might derive even the slightest bit of value must be traded.  In this case, Shorts' value is greater to remain on the roster than it is to get some 3rd day draft pick as far as I"m concerned.  Everyone is smarter than the GM who is making the decisions.

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