The Jacksonville Jaguars finally rid themselves of Trent Baalke, and they are moving forward with a new era of football spearheaded by offensive whiz head coach Liam Coen and new GM James Gladstone. The 2025 NFL Draft is the perfect chance for them to set the tone.
The Jaguars need to address the inadequate defensive line picture and one of the worst secondaries in the AFC, all while still adding enough complementary pieces around quarterback Trevor Lawrence to help get him back on the star track he was riding in the middle of the 2023 season.
While this may seem like a fairly tall order for this front office, it is by no means impossible. All Jacksonville has to do is follow the plan of attack that has been laid out in this 7-round 2025 NFL Mock Draft, and Gladstone can walk away from his first Jaguars draft feeling satisfied.
Jacksonville Jaguars 7-round NFL Mock Draft
Round 1, Pick 5: Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
Both Maason Smith and Jordan Jefferson underperformed as rookies, and Arik Armstead didn't have the impact many expected. Graham, who has long been considered one of the safest players in this draft, could be someone who inserts himself as a 10-year starter in Jacksonville instantly.
Graham is one of the best run-stuffers in this class, and his agility for someone his size could help him become a pass rusher that teams have to worry about at the next level. If the Jaguars can stick him down in a 3-tech role, Graham could be a Pro Bowl player on his rookie contract for Coen and Jacksonville.
Round 2, Pick 36: Darien Porter, CB, Iowa State
Tyson Campbell is a very good cornerback, but he can't do everything. Porter fits the mold of what many modern defensive coordinators want in an outside cornerback, as his 6'3" frame and 4.3 speed give him as much physical talent as any non-Travis Hunter cornerback in this class.
Porter is an older player who will be 25 during his rookie season, but that could also be spun as a positive in that he could be ready to contribute immediately for the Jaguars. Porter, Campbell, and new signing Jourdan Lewis at the nickel spot could make for a deadly trio that reinvigorates Jacksonville's secondary.
Round 3, Pick 70: Jalen Royals, WR, Utah State
Royals' speed will make him a worthy deep-threat target, but his ability to create on underneath plays like screens and drags will make him a versatile weapon Coen can deploy all over the offense. Lawrence's verticality is one of the best aspects of his game, and Royals, combined with Brian Thomas Jr., could be very interesting.
Round 3, Pick 88: Wyatt Milum, OT/IOL, West Virginia
Jacksonville's young offensive line needs one more impactful player, and Milum could either be a smooth pass-blocking left tackle that pushes Walker Little or a guard who could kick inside and use his exceptional ability to get horizontal and create holes to great effect. Ezra Cleveland better watch his back.
Round 4, Pick 107: Sebastian Castro, SAF, Iowa
Even without elite measurables, Castro was the best defensive player in an Iowa program that consistently churns out solid secondary players. A hard-hitting player with the smarts needed to create turnovers, Castro could become a clear upgrade over the departed Andre Cisco.
Round 4, Pick 126: Gunnar Helm, TE, Texas
Even if the Jaguars are willing to let Brenton Strange be the top tight end after parting with Evan Engram, they need to make at least one addition to this room. Helm's limited speed and average blocking are overruled by some great hands and surprising elusiveness with the ball in his hands.
Round 5, Pick 142: Nick Nash, WR, San Jose State
After starting his college career as a quarterback and only switching to receiver three years ago, Nash led all wide receivers in yards last season. Using his ability to diagnose coverages and find the soft spot, Nash's 6-3 frame could make him an intriguing developmental receiver for Lawrence and Coen.
Round 6, Pick 182: Trevor Etienne, RB, Georgia
The Jaguars already have Travis Etienne, so why not pick up his brother? Still just 20 years old and having shown some truly tremendous ball-carrier vision and explosive speed, Etienne could get picked high despite concerns about a limited college workload.
Round 6, Pick 194: Que Robinson, EDGE, Alabama
Robinson is a complete upside gamble at this stage of his career, as he is a designated pass rush specialist with just six sacks in three seasons. However, he took a big step forward last year, and his athletic gifts are more than enough for Jacksonville to get excited about developing.
Round 7, Pick 221: Tonka Hemingway, DT, South Carolina
This is the time to take risks on players who could have one standout trait, and Hemingway has that. With some solid power despite an undersized 284-pound frame, Hemingway could stick around as a rotational backup if the Jaguars can get him to add a few pounds.
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