2021 NFL Draft: Jacksonville Jaguars 7-round mock
Round 2
Christian Barmore. 52. Pick Analysis. DT. Alabama. 33. player. Scouting Report
This pick has a hint of wishful thinking for the Jaguars, with Barmore a possible first-round pick that they might take at No. 25 to assure they get him.
But there’s no denying the need for a defensive tackle in Jacksonville. The Jaguars had the league’s third-worst run defense last season (153.3 yards per game), while ranking close to the bottom in yards per carry allowed (4.7) and touchdowns allowed on the ground (23). The lack of production from their defensive tackle group (2.5 sacks, 10 tackles for loss and 12 quarterback hits total) was striking.
Barmore (6-foot-5, 310 pounds) had eight sacks and 9.5 tackles for loss by himself for the Crimson Tide last season. If he isn’t available here, USC’s Jay Tufele and Washington’s Levi Onwuzurike will be options.
Miami (FL). 45. player. 52. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis. TE. Brevin Jordan
The Jaguars never seem to get much from their tight ends, but the opportunity to strike on a dynamic talent is hard to turn away from here. Jordan is widely regarded as third-best prospect at the position, behind Florida’s Kyle Pitts and Penn State’s Pat Freiermuth, but his upside feels massive.
Jordan was used all over the formation in the Hurricanes’ offense, and he is a notable threat downfield as well as after the catch.
Jacksonville could go with a wide receiver here, or the proverbial “best player available” regardless of position. Jordan might be considered a reach, but reaching for upside to add weapons around Lawrence is well worth a gamble.