Jaguars address line of scrimmage in early 2027 NFL mock drafts

Pick 18: Ahmad Moten Sr., DL, Miami

Cooper Petagna, CBS Sports: "At 6-foot-3 and 320 pounds, he's a bull in a china shop, pairing an explosive first step with the quickness to disrupt opposing backfields. A versatile piece who can line up across the front, don't be surprised if he comes off the board earlier than expected."

Takeaways: After filling a rotational role for two seasons, Moten moved into a starting role in 2025. He logged 27 pressures and four sacks, while ranking tied for 50th in run-stop rate among tackles.

Pick 18: Carter Smith, OT, Indiana

Daire Carragher, PFF: "Smith is arguably the best offensive tackle in college football entering 2026. However, after deciding to return to Indiana for his fifth season, he will not have the same age advantage as other offensive tackle prospects. Smith won Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year last season while protecting Fernando Mendoza’s blind side."

Takeaways: An already experienced player with over 2,700 career snaps, Smith has spent his career at left tackle. He graded out very well in the run game, while allowing only two sacks and nine pressures over 483 pass-blocking snaps.

Pick 18: Justice Haynes, RB, Georgia Tech

Rob Rang, FOX Sports: "Haynes began his college career at Alabama and has averaged a staggering 6.5 yards per carry over his first three seasons. He ran for 857 yards a year ago before succumbing to a right foot injury which required surgery. If he can remain healthy, he might double those numbers next year and run himself into the first round."

Takeaways: With Michigan in 2025, Haynes played in only seven games but was a big-play threat, totaling 7.1 yards per attempt. On only 121 carries, he totaled 857 yards, while scoring 10 touchdowns. He also had 16 targets in the passing game.

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