{"id":277139,"date":"2026-04-22T21:30:38","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T01:30:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=277139"},"modified":"2026-04-22T21:30:38","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T01:30:38","slug":"jaguars-full-mock-draft","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2026\/04\/22\/jaguars-full-mock-draft\/","title":{"rendered":"Jaguars Full Mock Draft"},"content":{"rendered":"

There has been lots of speculation as to what the Jaguars<\/a> will do in the 2026 draft. This will be the first time in franchise history that the Jaguars do not own their first-round pick, but they still have 11 picks in total to fill out the roster. With pressing needs at linebacker and interior pass rusher, as well as the league-wide need to add depth at every position, there are many different routes the Jaguars can go. Here is the final mock draft for the Jaguars.<\/p>\n

Jaguars Full Mock Draft<\/h2>\n

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Pick 56<\/h3>\n

Anthony Hill Jr. (Linebacker)<\/h3>\n

Devin Lloyd<\/a> was a huge part of the Jaguars defensive turnaround in 2025. His ability to create turnovers, play in coverage, and rush the passer saw him have a huge impact and making second team All-Pro. Anthony Hill Jr.<\/a> is an extremely comparable prospect to Lloyd, sharing much of the same traits. Hill Jr. could seamlessly step into Lloyd\u2019s role and have the Jaguars as one of the top defensive units once again.<\/p>\n

Pick 81<\/h3>\n

LT Overton (Edge)<\/h3>\n

With Arik Armstead<\/a> heading into his 12th season, and the loss of DaVon Hamilton<\/a>, the need at defensive tackle is clear. LT Overton<\/a> line up at edge or defensive tackle and still make an impact as a pass rusher and run defender. His strength, power, and raw athleticism can help improve the Jaguars defense Week one.<\/p>\n

Pick 88<\/h3>\n

Jalon Kilgore (Safety)<\/h3>\n

The safety position is a jumbled mix for the Jaguars. Antonio Johnson<\/a> has had mixed results through three seasons but is coming off his best season. In the final year of his contract, everything is on the table. Veteran Eric Murray will enter his 11th season at age 32, and is a possible cut candidate in 2027.<\/p>\n

The Jaguars drafted Caleb Ransaw in the third round of the 2025 draft, but he suffered a season-ending injury during training camp. The jury is still out on Ransaw and Johnson, and Murray will not be a long-term option for the team.<\/p>\n

Jalon Kilgore<\/a> could be a replacement for any of the three. He can line up as a safety, nickel, and outside cornerback as a hybrid pass defender, and has shown flashes as a run defender and blitzer off the edge. Kilgore\u2019s versatility would help the Jaguars at one of their weaker and most unknown positions.<\/p>\n

Pick 100<\/h3>\n

Keylan Rutledge (Guard)<\/h3>\n

Right guard Patrick Mekari<\/a> is slated to count $18.1 million against the cap in 2027 and will turn 30 years old. The Jaguars would save $13 million by simply cutting him next offseason, but they will need a replacement in the meantime.<\/p>\n

Keylan Rutledge<\/a> played primarily at right guard and would be a perfect fit for the Jaguars. He is violent at the point of attack, is a great pull blocker in space, can climb to the second level, and remains calm when taking on multiple defenders. In 2025, Rutledge was graded 21st out of 686 guards as a run blocker, did not allow a single sack, and allowed just two quarterback hits and five pressures. Rutledge makes sense as a developmental player who can compete for the starting right guard position in the future.<\/p>\n

Pick 124<\/h3>\n

Billy Schrauth (Guard)<\/h3>\n

Similar to Patrick Mekari, Ezra Cleveland<\/a> is an experienced veteran who has improved the Jaguars offensive line. He is entering his seventh season and is on the final year of his contract. Billy Schrauth<\/a> would be an ideal replacement for Cleveland in 2027.<\/p>\n

Schrauth was graded 47th out of 686 guards in 2025, did not allow a sack or quarterback, allowed just two pressures, and has the strength and athleticism to translate to the next level. Schrauth would sit behind Cleveland in 2026 and compete for the starting left guard position in 2027.<\/p>\n

Pick 164<\/h3>\n

Joe Royer (Tight end)<\/h3>\n

Brenton Strange<\/a> had a career season in 2025 but missed five games due to injury. In those five games, the Jaguars tight ends added very little production. Joe Royer<\/a> would add depth to the tight end room as a pass catcher who has strong hands and is effective after the catch.<\/p>\n

Pick 166<\/h3>\n

Caleb Douglas (Wide receiver)<\/h3>\n

During free agency, the Jaguars did not re-sign Tim Patrick, instead attempting to sign Seahawks wide receiver Jake Bobo. While the signing fell through, it showed the consistency in type of receiver they like as a depth piece: someone who is big, physical, and can make contested catches.<\/p>\n

Caleb Douglas<\/a> fits this mold perfectly, standing at 6\u20193\u2019\u2019, 206 pounds. He started four seasons season in college and improved each year. He would start low on the depth chart but could fit in as a depth piece and a red zone target.<\/p>\n

Pick 203<\/h3>\n

Julian Neal (Defensive back)<\/h3>\n

Julian Neal<\/a> would provide some much-needed depth to a secondary room that saw a lot of injuries in 2025. He started five seasons in college and improved every year. He could fill in as a rotational defensive back while carving a role on special teams.<\/p>\n

Pick 233<\/h3>\n

Robert Henry Jr. (Running back)<\/h3>\n

Bhayshul Tuten and Chris Rodriguez Jr. will be the featured backs for the Jaguars in 2026. The third spot, however, is still up for grabs. Robert Henry Jr. would battle LeQuint Allen for the third running back spot, as well as finding a role for himself on special teams.<\/p>\n

Pick 240<\/h3>\n

Jordan van der Berg (Defensive tackle)<\/h3>\n

In his final two years of college, van der Berg racked up 16 tackles for loss and four sacks. His strength and physicality could add depth to a struggling defensive tackle rotation and would be a good addition to an already stout run defense.<\/p>\n

Pick 245<\/h3>\n

Vincent Anthony Jr. (Edge)<\/h3>\n

Vincent Anthony Jr.’s<\/a> strengths fit in well with the Jaguars defensive scheme. The Jaguars blitzed 25% of the time in 2025, and Anthony Jr. could make an impact as an extra rusher given his heavy production coming from blitz-heavy packages.<\/p>\n

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