Sports
Wings stifle Fudd-Bueckers relationship questions
Wings shut down questions about Fudd and Bueckers' relationship
ESPN News1 min read
NFLPreview
5 ways for Jaguars to 'ace' the 2026 NFL draft
TL;DR
The Jacksonville Jaguars aim to excel in the 2026 NFL draft by leveraging their 11 picks, particularly focusing on defensive tackle and linebacker positions. Experts suggest they should prioritize acquiring Day 2 talent rather than trading up from their first selection at pick No. 56.
Key points
- Jaguars have 11 draft picks for the 2026 NFL draft
- First selection is at pick No. 56
- Focus on defensive tackle and linebacker positions
- Experts recommend acquiring Day 2 talent
- Need for additional depth and pass-rush at tackle
Jacksonville JaguarsNFL
What must happen in the 2026 NFL draft in order for the Jacksonville Jaguars to "ace" their selections and address their key needs?
ESPN's Ben Solak recently answered that question for the Jaguars and the other 31 NFL teams.
Step one for the Jaguars is that while they have 11 draft picks, giving them the ability to trade up from pick No. 56 -- their first selection -- Solak would prefer to see Jacksonville stay put and load up on Day 2 talent with the four picks that they have.
From there, the two biggest priorities for the Jaguars are at defensive tackle and linebacker. At tackle, the Jaguars need additional depth and more pass-rush juice this season.
"Defensive tackle is also a must-get, perhaps with Round 3 developmental gems such as Tyler Onyedim (Texas A&M) and Gracen Halton (Oklahoma)," wrote Solak.
While at linebacker, adding competition in the absence of Devin Lloyd wouldn't be a bad idea -- even if James Gladstone is bullish on Ventrell Miller.
"I'd expect the Jaguars to use No. 56 on a linebacker to replace the outgoing Devin Lloyd and anticipate the decline of Foyesade Oluokun, who is turning 31 this summer," wrote Solak. " (Texas Tech) and (Georgia) have the sort of intangibles Gladstone would admire."
Q&A
What are the Jacksonville Jaguars' key needs for the 2026 NFL draft?
The Jaguars' key needs for the 2026 NFL draft are at defensive tackle and linebacker positions.
How many draft picks do the Jaguars have for the 2026 NFL draft?
The Jacksonville Jaguars have a total of 11 draft picks for the 2026 NFL draft.
Should the Jaguars trade up in the 2026 NFL draft or stay put?
Experts suggest that the Jaguars should stay put and focus on acquiring Day 2 talent rather than trading up from their first selection at pick No. 56.
