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So taking these things at face value, what do you guys think about the combined evaluations?  How could a team like the Jaguars have what most consider to be three good to great drafts in a row and still be considered a middle of the pack team?

Unproven or inconsistent young talent in starting roles combined with a turnover problem and two question marks at LT/LG are enough to keep them mid-pack for most evaluators IMO. Though - I personally think they'll finish no lower than second in the division. 


 

Is that a reflection of how poor the roster was before that it took 3 good to great drafts in succession to just reach middle of the pack status? Yes


 

Is it a sign of intransigence on the part of the publishers of these mags to acknowledge any improvement until the team shows it on the field, Yes


 

Do you think the nucleus and talent level is there but needs maturity? Yes


 

Is it more a sign of the outsiders' apprehension of Bradley as a coach? To a lesser extent, Yes.


 

What are your thoughts on these somewhat conflicting analysis? Hard to gamble on this defense cutting the points allowed significantly when you are depending on contribution from no less than three rookies to do it.  (Ramsey, Fowler/Ngakoue, and Jack)