The next couple of weeks are likely to be the most interesting and exciting of any previous "off-season." It seems very likely that the Jaguars will go after several "high priced" players. My guess is that McCourty will go back to the Patriots shortly before March 10. I don't think the Packers can sign both Cobb and Bulaga, so Cobb will probably be the one to go since Adams can be a solid number 2 behind Nelson. If both these things do occur, I would love to see the following:

 

1. Suh signs on day 1 of free agency. He is still in his prime and will immediately become the best player on a very good defense.

2. Julius Thomas or Jordan Cameron is target number 2 on day one. If Thomas' demands are unreasonable, sign Cameron if his health status is ok.

3. Acquire a right tackle to compete with Pasztor. I would pass on Bulaga and sign less expensive option like Barksdale, Free, Newton or Franklin. Draft a right tackle in

    round 2 or 3 who can eventually become a starter. There will be good ones still there in round 3.

4. Sign a veteran wide receiver. As much as I love Cobb, they shouldn't overspend for a number 2 receiver. If his price is too high, Torrey Smith should be much more

    affordable and a great addition as a deep threat. If both are gone, there will be several other tier 2 receivers to add a veteran presence to our young corps.

5. A free safety will need to be brought in to compete with Evans and whoever they draft. Not really sure if there's anyone worth a big contract not named McCourty

    accept possibly Rahim Moore. Maybe he's good buddies with Thomas and they can get a package deal.

6. Make an offer to Stefan Wisniewski. The importance of a reliable center is underestimated and he could be had at a reasonable price. Bowanko could provide valuable depth at all positions on the offensive line.

 

The priorities in the draft would become:

1. Dynamic pass rusher (Fowler or Ray/Beasley/Gregory if they trade back (no later than pick 10).

2. Faster linebacker (Kendricks/Perryman or another speedy backer in round 2.

3/4 Best available safety and running back- Quality players will be there at each position. I trust Caldwell and his scouts to shine again in the mid-rounds.

5-7 BAP at any position, including possibly quarterback if they aren't still high on Morris.

 

It will be fun to see what happens, but I believe the Jaguars' will finally be heading in the right direction and their fans will have several years when they will be in the playoff discussion each December.

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