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2025 - NFL Draft Targets

#41
(This post was last modified: 12-14-2024, 06:52 PM by flgatorsandjags.)

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#42

I think my board right now is.

1. Hunter
2. Graham
3. Johnson
4. Jeanty
5a. McMillan
5b. Campbell.


I know nobody likes taking RBs in the first but I think the best thing that could happen to this offense and to help Trevor is get a dominant run game. Not only would it help Trevor but it would help BTJ, Kirk, Engram, and Davis while defenses stack the box. I think Jeanty is the best RB since Barkely. With McCaffrey stacking up injuries and getting older, Henry getting up there, and Chubbs injuries, I think Jeanty could be the best RB in the league in his first year with a dominant run blocking oline. Sign Drew Dalmon who is a top 5 run blocking center and try to sign Trey Smith. If we can't get Smith draft the best run blocking guard in the 2nd. I'd love this honestly and I think this would be the best thing that could happen to this offense, better than bringing in a 2nd WR opposite BTJ.
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#43

(12-17-2024, 09:01 AM)flgatorsandjags Wrote: I think my board right now is.

1. Hunter
2. Graham
3. Johnson
4. Jeanty
5a. McMillan
5b. Campbell.


I know nobody likes taking RBs in the first but I think the best thing that could happen to this offense and to help Trevor is get a dominant run game.  Not only would it help Trevor but it would help BTJ, Kirk, Engram, and Davis while defenses stack the box.  I think Jeanty is the best RB since Barkely.  With McCaffrey stacking up injuries and getting older, Henry getting up there, and Chubbs injuries, I think Jeanty could be the best RB in the league in his first year with a dominant run blocking oline.  Sign Drew Dalmon who is a top 5 run blocking center and try to sign Trey Smith.  If we can't get Smith draft the best run blocking guard in the 2nd.  I'd love this honestly and I think this would be the best thing that could happen to this offense, better than bringing in a 2nd WR opposite BTJ.

Uhm..the Jags have 2 third round picks and 2 fourth round picks.    9 picks in total.   Are those still your first 6 picks?  RG is obviously a huge need...and Trey would be a nice try, but the Jags need to invest one of their first 2 picks on an interior Olineman.   

They have six picks in the first 4 rounds.   They can get beef somewhere in there, and still grab a CB and WR.

If they want a RB, I'd rather they run with Tank, and go after Najee Harris to back him up.
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#44

(12-18-2024, 04:08 PM)AnOldBrownie Wrote:
(12-17-2024, 09:01 AM)flgatorsandjags Wrote: I think my board right now is.

1. Hunter
2. Graham
3. Johnson
4. Jeanty
5a. McMillan
5b. Campbell.


I know nobody likes taking RBs in the first but I think the best thing that could happen to this offense and to help Trevor is get a dominant run game.  Not only would it help Trevor but it would help BTJ, Kirk, Engram, and Davis while defenses stack the box.  I think Jeanty is the best RB since Barkely.  With McCaffrey stacking up injuries and getting older, Henry getting up there, and Chubbs injuries, I think Jeanty could be the best RB in the league in his first year with a dominant run blocking oline.  Sign Drew Dalmon who is a top 5 run blocking center and try to sign Trey Smith.  If we can't get Smith draft the best run blocking guard in the 2nd.  I'd love this honestly and I think this would be the best thing that could happen to this offense, better than bringing in a 2nd WR opposite BTJ.

Uhm..the Jags have 2 third round picks and 2 fourth round picks.    9 picks in total.   Are those still your first 6 picks?  RG is obviously a huge need...and Trey would be a nice try, but the Jags need to invest one of their first 2 picks on an interior Olineman.   

They have six picks in the first 4 rounds.   They can get beef somewhere in there, and still grab a CB and WR.

If they want a RB, I'd rather they run with Tank, and go after Najee Harris to back him up.

Those names above are all 1st RD, top 5 - 10 prospects. I think he's just talking about our top pick board wise there. To stay on your point though. This is ideal for me with just those selections in mind, ran this with NFL Mock Draft Database Simulator:

4th overall - Travis Hunter - CB - Colorado
35th overall - Wyatt Milum - LT - West Virginia 
71st overall - Tate Ratledge - RG - Georgia
92nd overall - Kevin Winston Jr. - S - Penn State
107th overall - Jake Majors - C - Texas
129th overall - Jayden Higgins - WR - Iowa State

This hits immediate needs and notes in my opinion that this team needs in 2025. Hunter and Winston Jr. immediately upgrade our secondary. Milum, Ratledge and Majors are all starting caliber lineman on day one. I know we just signed Walker Little at LT, but, they can figure something out. I am not passing up on Milum if he's there staring at me the top of RD2. That seems criminal. Higgins at 129th overall feels like I am just stealing candy from a baby at this point. Good size, solid speed, would be a fun WR to compliment BTJ next year and he's been consistent with splash plays over the last two years for the Cyclones.
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#45

(12-18-2024, 09:08 PM)Caldrac Wrote:
(12-18-2024, 04:08 PM)AnOldBrownie Wrote: Uhm..the Jags have 2 third round picks and 2 fourth round picks.    9 picks in total.   Are those still your first 6 picks?  RG is obviously a huge need...and Trey would be a nice try, but the Jags need to invest one of their first 2 picks on an interior Olineman.   

They have six picks in the first 4 rounds.   They can get beef somewhere in there, and still grab a CB and WR.

If they want a RB, I'd rather they run with Tank, and go after Najee Harris to back him up.

Those names above are all 1st RD, top 5 - 10 prospects. I think he's just talking about our top pick board wise there. To stay on your point though. This is ideal for me with just those selections in mind, ran this with NFL Mock Draft Database Simulator:

4th overall - Travis Hunter - CB - Colorado
35th overall - Wyatt Milum - LT - West Virginia 
71st overall - Tate Ratledge - RG - Georgia
92nd overall - Kevin Winston Jr. - S - Penn State
107th overall - Jake Majors - C - Texas
129th overall - Jayden Higgins - WR - Iowa State

This hits immediate needs and notes in my opinion that this team needs in 2025. Hunter and Winston Jr. immediately upgrade our secondary. Milum, Ratledge and Majors are all starting caliber lineman on day one. I know we just signed Walker Little at LT, but, they can figure something out. I am not passing up on Milum if he's there staring at me the top of RD2. That seems criminal. Higgins at 129th overall feels like I am just stealing candy from a baby at this point. Good size, solid speed, would be a fun WR to compliment BTJ next year and he's been consistent with splash plays over the last two years for the Cyclones.

That's a very good mock draft. It addresses most of the team needs except for nose tackle. Hopefully they can find a free agent NT who can plug up the middle. I'm afraid Hunter will be taken with the 3rd pick, especially if it's the Patriots. I believe the Jaguars will beat the Raiders pushing them down a few spots. Regardless, they can still get a very good cornerback with their top pick unless they prefer someone like Mason Graham. Would love to get Millum at 35 and Ratledge at 71. Both are very tough and also capable of playing 2 different positions on the line.
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#46

If this is true I dont think the Pats would take him at 2

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#47

(12-22-2024, 09:08 PM)flgatorsandjags Wrote: If this is true I dont think the Pats would take him at 2

https://twitter.com/NFLRookieWatxh/statu...6756936029

Will Johnson is my guy.
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#48

I think RG and S will be prime targets in the 2nd. One of Watts, Emmanwori, or Rateledge will be there.
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#49
(This post was last modified: 12-23-2024, 04:14 PM by flgatorsandjags. Edited 1 time in total.)

https://www.nfldraftbuzz.com/stats/DR/C/1/2025

Addison West is my sleeper small school lineman . All American. If we dont get a RG in FA we have to draft Ratledge in the 2nd imo
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#50
(This post was last modified: 12-23-2024, 04:41 PM by Caldrac. Edited 1 time in total.)

(12-23-2024, 04:09 PM)flgatorsandjags Wrote: https://www.nfldraftbuzz.com/stats/DR/C/1/2025

Addison West is my sleeper small school lineman .  All American.  If we dont get a RG in FA we have to draft Ratledge in the 2nd imo

Really want to see how the following guys test at the combine and respective pro days:

Clay Webb out of Jacksonville State. Small school guy but can play center and guard. Would need to see how he holds up in a bowl game if he's invited.

Connor Colby out of Iowa. Looks like a solid guard that can be developed. Wouldn't mind seeing him here.

Anthony Belton out of North Carolina State. Has a massive frame for a LT. Would like to see his footwork in particular but he has some potential.

Jack Nelson out of Wisconsin. Can play virtually everywhere on the offensive line. I think he's somebody you have to look at closely in RD3 or early RD4.
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#51

(12-23-2024, 04:29 PM)Caldrac Wrote:
(12-23-2024, 04:09 PM)flgatorsandjags Wrote: https://www.nfldraftbuzz.com/stats/DR/C/1/2025

Addison West is my sleeper small school lineman .  All American.  If we dont get a RG in FA we have to draft Ratledge in the 2nd imo

Really want to see how the following guys test at the combine and respective pro days:

Clay Webb out of Jacksonville State. Small school guy but can play center and guard. Would need to see how he holds up in a bowl game if he's invited.

Connor Colby out of Iowa. Looks like a solid guard that can be developed. Wouldn't mind seeing him here.

Anthony Belton out of North Carolina State. Has a massive frame for a LT. Would like to see his footwork in particular but he has some potential.

Jack Nelson out of Wisconsin. Can play virtually everywhere on the offensive line. I think he's somebody you have to look at closely in RD3 or early RD4.
Charles Grant and Grey Zabel for me.  Both dominated at their schools.
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#52

Obviously subject to change, but right now, my board is:

1. Travis Hunter
2.  Mason Graham
3.  Will Johnson

I really don't have a fourth.  I don't think we're going to take a tackle after resigning Walker Little.  There's no "Boselli" in this class.  Although we need depth at edge, you don't draft depth this early, so I don't think we go there.  I don't think we take wide receiver either.  We have a need on interior offensive line and safety, but I don't like taking them this early.  Maybe if we win a game or two and are picking around 10th, a safety might come into play.  I wouldn't take a running back this early even if it was a need and it's not.

If those 3 are off the board, I'm probably trading back.  Either the value isn't there or the pick doesn't make sense for us.
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#53

I find it strange that Kyren Lacy is projected as a late day 2/early day 3 guy. I think he’s a day one above average NFL starter. I realize he’ll be a little bit older than most rookies that has to be part of the reason.
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#54

I cant wait till tomorrow to see how Jeanty does against Pen ST. Hopefully he kills it and carries Boise St to a win.
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#55

Skattebo's draft stock will be going up after today's game with Texas. He was considered around the 180th - 200th overall prospect wise on average.

Probably now in the 100th - 120th range. 5'10, 225, good overall build. Can run and catch. He'll be a good utility player in the NFL on the right team.

SF, BAL, KC, PHI, DET, BUF and LA (Rams and Chargers) probably have him on their radar.

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#56
(This post was last modified: 01-01-2025, 10:43 PM by jaglou53.)

Just saw an article by Matt Miller from ESPN in which he identified draft prospects with a legitimate first round grade. This class had the lowest number in a long time with only 12 players currently worthy of this grade. The list ranks these players from 1-12. Here is his current list and rankings for each. He did say more players could be added upon further evaluation.

1. Travis Hunter
2. Abdul Carter
3. Will Johnson
4. Kelvin Banks
5. Mason Graham
6. Malachi Starks
7. Ashton Jeanty
8. Jalon Walker
9. Tyler Warren
10. Luther Burden
11. T. McMillan
12. Mykel Williams

This is just one person's opinion, however it is worth considering with respect to which direction the Jaguars should go in the draft. If the Jaguars pick 5th, it is likely Hunter will be gone. Two quarterbacks and Hunter would go in the top 4. Depending on who picks 4th, the Jaguars would likely have at least 3 of Miller's top 5 players.Carter's stock is really on the rise and he could be selected 4th, but let's say the options are Carter, Banks, Graham and Johnson. Who would be the best pick? The good news is that the Jaguars would get a very good player with a pro-bowl ceiling.

If they lose to the Colts, that would obviously eliminate at least 3 of the top 5 and possibly all 5. Of the top 12, it is possible that Will Johnson would be available and the best option, in my opinion. McMillan and Banks are also likely to be gone as the Bears need a tackle and a couple teams (Raiders and Browns) might choose McMillan. The worst scenario would be if all 5 of Miller's picks are gone. In that case, I might have to go with McMillan. Bottom line, hopefully the Jaguars will lose Sunday guaranteeing them one of the top 5 players who all play a position the Jaguars need to show much improvement in 2025-26.

(01-01-2025, 10:40 PM)jaglou53 Wrote: Just saw an article by Matt Miller from ESPN in which he identified draft prospects with a legitimate first round grade. This class had the lowest number in a long time with only 12 players currently worthy of this grade. The list ranks these players from 1-12. Here is his current list and rankings for each. He did say more players could be added upon further evaluation.

1. Travis Hunter
2. Abdul Carter
3. Will Johnson
4. Kelvin Banks
5. Mason Graham
6. Malachi Starks
7. Ashton Jeanty
8. Jalon Walker
9. Tyler Warren
10. Luther Burden
11.  T. McMillan
12. Mykel Williams

This is just one person's opinion, however it is worth considering with respect to which direction the Jaguars should go in the draft. If the Jaguars pick 5th, it is likely Hunter will be gone. Two quarterbacks and Hunter would go in the top 4. Depending on who picks 4th, the Jaguars would likely have at least 3 of Miller's top 5 players.Carter's stock is really on the rise and he could be selected 4th, but let's say the options are Carter, Banks, Graham and Johnson. Who would be the best pick? The good news is that the Jaguars would get a very good player with a pro-bowl ceiling.

If they defeat the Colts, that would obviously eliminate at least 3 of the top 5 and possibly all 5. Of the top 12, it is possible that Will Johnson would be available and the best option, in my opinion. McMillan and Banks are also likely to be gone as the Bears need a tackle and a couple teams (Raiders and Browns) might choose McMillan. The worst scenario would be if all 5 of Miller's picks are gone. In that case, I might have to go with McMillan. Bottom line, hopefully the Jaguars will lose Sunday guaranteeing them one of the top 5 players who all play a position the Jaguars need to show much improvement in 2025-26.

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(01-01-2025, 05:32 PM)Caldrac Wrote: Skattebo's draft stock will be going up after today's game with Texas. He was considered around the 180th - 200th overall prospect wise on average.

Probably now in the 100th - 120th range. 5'10, 225, good overall build. Can run and catch. He'll be a good utility player in the NFL on the right team.

SF, BAL, KC, PHI, DET, BUF and LA (Rams and Chargers) probably have him on their radar.

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He will go.higher than the 4th round.  He was 3rd or 4th already but I think he could go 2nd round now.  I say 3rd at the latest.
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(This post was last modified: 01-05-2025, 12:45 AM by flgatorsandjags. Edited 1 time in total.)

(01-01-2025, 10:40 PM)jaglou53 Wrote: Just saw an article by Matt Miller from ESPN in which he identified draft prospects with a legitimate first round grade. This class had the lowest number in a long time with only 12 players currently worthy of this grade. The list ranks these players from 1-12. Here is his current list and rankings for each. He did say more players could be added upon further evaluation.

1. Travis Hunter
2. Abdul Carter
3. Will Johnson
4. Kelvin Banks
5. Mason Graham
6. Malachi Starks
7. Ashton Jeanty
8. Jalon Walker
9. Tyler Warren
10. Luther Burden
11.  T. McMillan
12. Mykel Williams

This is just one person's opinion, however it is worth considering with respect to which direction the Jaguars should go in the draft. If the Jaguars pick 5th, it is likely Hunter will be gone. Two quarterbacks and Hunter would go in the top 4. Depending on who picks 4th, the Jaguars would likely have at least 3 of Miller's top 5 players.Carter's stock is really on the rise and he could be selected 4th, but let's say the options are Carter, Banks, Graham and Johnson. Who would be the best pick? The good news is that the Jaguars would get a very good player with a pro-bowl ceiling.

If they lose to the Colts, that would obviously eliminate at least 3 of the top 5 and possibly all 5. Of the top 12, it is possible that Will Johnson would be available and the best option, in my opinion. McMillan and Banks are also likely to be gone as the Bears need a tackle and a couple teams (Raiders and Browns) might choose McMillan. The worst scenario would be if all 5 of Miller's picks are gone. In that case, I might have to go with McMillan. Bottom line, hopefully the Jaguars will lose Sunday guaranteeing them one of the top 5 players who all play a position the Jaguars need to show much improvement in 2025-26.

(01-01-2025, 10:40 PM)jaglou53 Wrote: Just saw an article by Matt Miller from ESPN in which he identified draft prospects with a legitimate first round grade. This class had the lowest number in a long time with only 12 players currently worthy of this grade. The list ranks these players from 1-12. Here is his current list and rankings for each. He did say more players could be added upon further evaluation.

1. Travis Hunter
2. Abdul Carter
3. Will Johnson
4. Kelvin Banks
5. Mason Graham
6. Malachi Starks
7. Ashton Jeanty
8. Jalon Walker
9. Tyler Warren
10. Luther Burden
11.  T. McMillan
12. Mykel Williams

This is just one person's opinion, however it is worth considering with respect to which direction the Jaguars should go in the draft. If the Jaguars pick 5th, it is likely Hunter will be gone. Two quarterbacks and Hunter would go in the top 4. Depending on who picks 4th, the Jaguars would likely have at least 3 of Miller's top 5 players.Carter's stock is really on the rise and he could be selected 4th, but let's say the options are Carter, Banks, Graham and Johnson. Who would be the best pick? The good news is that the Jaguars would get a very good player with a pro-bowl ceiling.

If they defeat the Colts, that would obviously eliminate at least 3 of the top 5 and possibly all 5. Of the top 12, it is possible that Will Johnson would be available and the best option, in my opinion. McMillan and Banks are also likely to be gone as the Bears need a tackle and a couple teams (Raiders and Browns) might choose McMillan. The worst scenario would be if all 5 of Miller's picks are gone. In that case, I might have to go with McMillan. Bottom line, hopefully the Jaguars will lose Sunday guaranteeing them one of the top 5 players who all play a position the Jaguars need to show much improvement in 2025-26.
Luther Burdern first round grade?  I don't see it.  I think Will Campbell, Walter Nolen, Jalon Walker are first round talents.  Maybe guys like Xavier Watts, Ratledge, and Barron

It's crazy Matt Miller got a job with ESPN lol. He's one of the worst all time at player evaluation imo. With that said he is a good writer, that's how he got on and he is good for clicks. I'll never forget when he said Teddy Bridgewater was the best QB prospect to ever come out and he was the next Peyton Manning lol. That one was gold.
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#59

Abdul Carter is playing with one good shoulder tonight and is still constantly putting pressure on Notre Dame's quarterback. If he is still on the board at pick 5, the Jaguars would have to seriously consider taking him. Teams can never have too many great pass rushers and this would enable Walker to play more on the inside.
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(This post was last modified: 01-09-2025, 11:48 PM by Eric1. Edited 2 times in total.)

(01-09-2025, 10:35 PM)jaglou53 Wrote: Abdul Carter is playing with one good shoulder tonight and is still constantly putting pressure on Notre Dame's quarterback. If he is still on the board at pick 5, the Jaguars would have to seriously consider taking him. Teams can never have too many great pass rushers and this would enable Walker to play more on the inside.

This is his first year ever playing DE as well. If he's there at #5, take him and don't look back. Sky is the limit for that kid. Work him in as a DPR his rookie season and go from there.

We don't have anything behind Walker and JHA at that position and he'd instantly make that room better as a very talented #3 behind them.
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