I'm also now thinking TE at 7 is the most likely route, for two reasons. First, it's a matter of opportunity cost; the difference between the quality of Hock and Fant in the first round to the TEs who would be available in the second round is, IMO, greater than the difference between the top O-line players (Taylor, Williams, Ford) and those that would be available in the 2nd, such as Risner, Lindstrom, McCoy. This suggests going TE then OL is the best way to maximize value. Second, picking an elite TE at 7 provides an immediate shift in the dynamic and, importantly, the perception of this offense, something that drafting OL wouldn't do. TE would give us that middle of the field threat that opposing teams would have to game plan for, and our team, and others would see that this team is being built around Foles with a focus on improving the passing offense. It would be a tone-setting pick, just like Fournette was two years ago. Also just like the Fournette pick 2 years ago, I'm not sure if it is the best way to use a high draft pick, but if the draft shakes out the way we expect (2 qbs and 3 studs all off the board before 7) then I think TE could well be the pick there.

As for Fant v Hockenson, I'm also coming round to the idea that Fant might be a better pick. If we want a receiving threat at TE, then pick the best receiving TE right? I suspect this FO will still go for Hock because of his superior all-around profile. I don't know, they are both great options and I also expect them both to be gone in the first 20 picks, especially now a whole bunch of teams have filled other holes in FA. If the Jags did trade down with the hope of picking one of Fant or Hock in the teens they would be taking a risk for sure.

Completely on-board for them to double-dip at the position this year too, although I fully expect them to bring in a veteran TE in FA sometime in the next week (possibly an uninspiring blocking type like Jermaine Gresham), which will alter the perceived need a bit. We have 0 reliable options on the roster right now, so two rookies would be welcome. Moreau is a great shout, think he has a very high ceiling. Warring is another that can develop behind a starter and turn into a real weapon. If someone like Knox were to slide he would be great, there's a lot of options that could be available around our 4th round pick, and still probably a few who could be available at our 6th rounder.

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