Jacksonville Jaguars: 3 position battles to watch in training camp

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BUFFALO, NY – NOVEMBER 25: Dede Westbrook #12 of the Jacksonville Jaguars returns a kick as Tre Herndon #41 watches in rear during NFL game action against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field on November 25, 2018 in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images) /

Laviska Shenault, Jr vs. Dede Westbrook

When Jacksonville selected Laviska Shenault, Jr out of Colorado in the second round, it told fans a few things quickly. First, the need for playmakers as Marrone stated the week of the Draft is very real.

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Another thing is Shenault could be the player who has the most impact of any member of this year’s draft class. With great side and speed, he gives offensive coordinator Jay Gruden another go-to pass-catcher opposite DJ Chark.

Dede Westbrook was the best wide receiver the Jacksonville Jaguars had in 2018, posting 66 catches for 717 yards. In 2019, he caught another 66 passes, but he played with injuries and wasn’t as dynamic as the previous season. This season is a crossroads for the former Oklahoma star.

Westbrook is in the final season of his rookie deal. It is unlikely he re-signs with the Jaguars in the offseason. However, he is playing for a new deal somewhere else. At 6-foot and 178 pounds, he takes a pounding on the field and keeps coming back for more.

This could become the best training camp battle this year.

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