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2017 NFL Draft: Three Mid-Low Round Safeties That Could Find Their Way On The Jaguars Roster

By Michael Sheppard

Sep 19, 2015; College Station, TX, USA; Nevada Wolf Pack running back Don Jackson (6) is tackled by Texas A&M Aggies defensive back Justin Evans (14) after a reception during the fourth quarter at Kyle Field. The Aggies defeated the Wolf Pack 44-27. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 19, 2015; College Station, TX, USA; Nevada Wolf Pack running back Don Jackson (6) is tackled by Texas A&M Aggies defensive back Justin Evans (14) after a reception during the fourth quarter at Kyle Field. The Aggies defeated the Wolf Pack 44-27. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /
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3. Josh Monteagudo (SS) – Emporia State

The hard hitting safety out of Emporia State would be a great pickup for any team willing to take a chance on him. Monteagudo transferred from Hutchinson Community College where he red-shirted, after originally committing to Ole Miss. The division two product had an impressive career at Emporia State. He is an excellent tackler, tallying 29 tackles in three games at Emporia State.

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Monteagudo possesses the ability to both drop into coverage and deliver a powerful tackle. He is a physical safety who has no problem taking down bigger guys like tight ends and fullbacks. One thing he does a great job at is stripping the ball and creating fumbles.

He has the speed to cover fast receivers and make plays on the ball as well. Another intriguing thing about Monteagudo is his versatility. He can play Linebacker just as well as he can play safety. Whichever team picks him up will be getting a two-in-one package. He is very comfortable pressing, he loves to get his hands on receivers.

Coming from a division two school, Monteagudo will be overlooked by a lot of scouts. He would be a great late round pick and, if he goes undrafted, it won’t be long before teams start to jump on him. If given the chance, Monteagudo could be an excellent player to have for depth in the secondary. Whichever team decides to take a chance on him will definitely get their money’s worth.

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