Fowler was my least favorite of the 3-5 players the Jags may have considered at the #3 spot.  But I support the pick now that it has been made.  I understand they felt an elite pass rusher was needed to take the defense to the next level.  These players are usually tough to find outside the Top 10.  And I trust Gus's ability to identify the pass rusher who fits his defense the best. 

 

That said, I feel pass rushers in general are a bit of a crapshoot and the risk of taking one so high is magnified.  Then to hear that Dante is not a finished product as a pass rusher, is rather worrisome.  At least he doesn't seem to have any character issues.     

 

The Jags have needed an elite pass rusher for many years.  They had their choice of any defensive player in the draft.  Despite any doubts expressed above, I do hope Dave has chosen wisely.  And I do welcome Donte Fowler aboard as a Jaguar, wish him the greatest of success, and hope he's a fixture here for many years. 

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