Analysis of Jaguars 11 picks in Dane Brugler's 7-round mock draft

One of the best in the NFL draft business, The Athletic's Dane Brugler , put together a full seven-round mock draft. Let's break down each of the Jacksonville Jaguars' selections. Although the Jaguars are without a first-round pick, GM James Gladstone has 11 picks in total, giving him the ability to address roster needs and the flexibility to let the board dictate which direction he goes with each selection -- not to mention the ability to move around the draft board.

Pick 56: Gennings Dunker, G, Iowa This is one of those instances of taking the best player available. With no roster turnover up front, the offensive line is not a big need for the Jaguars this offseason -- although for a team that prioritized competition up front last season and needs improved play in the run game, an addition to this unit does seem to be in play. But will it happen this early?

Pick 81: Jaishawn Barham, EDGE, Michigan Defensive end is a need for the Jaguars. While the team has Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker under contract for the next few seasons, the depth behind them needs a boost, with only BJ Green and Danny Striggow under contract as of now. Pick 88: Justin Joly, TE, NC State ESPN's Jordan Reid wrote recently that tight end is one of the positions that the Jaguars are "expected to target right away on Day 2.

" An addition here could compete with Hunter Long for the TE3 role or take on more of a developmental role this year, before seeing more opportunities in 2027, when Long and Quintin Morris are free agents. Pick 100: Brenen Thompson, WR, Ole Miss The Jaguars' pursuit earlier this offseason of Jake Bobo tells us that Gladstone is looking to make an addition here. Beyond Brian Thomas Jr.