Jacksonville Jaguars find Jawaan Taylor's replacement: 3-Round 2023 NFL Mock Draft

The Jacksonville Jaguars made several splash signings in free agency last offseason but they've taken a methodical approach this year. This makes perfect sense when you take into account that they don't have much cap space. On top of that, they can address most of their roster holes in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Even though cornerback is arguably the Jags' biggest need right now, there are other position groups that could use a boost. The team's brass managed to keep Evan Engram but he's set to play the 2023 season under the franchise tag and is poised to hit the open market next season. Chris Manhertz land Dan Arnold left in free agency, so Jacksonville needs to revamp their tight end room.

Similarly, the Jaguars could use another edge defender. Arden Key crossed enemy lines and signed with the Tennessee Titans, so it would be a good idea to bolster their pass rush rotation. On the other hand, the team's decision-makers also need to fill the void left by right tackle Jawaan Taylor's departure. They do precisely that in this three-round 2023 NFL Draft.

Jacksonville Jaguars 1st Round 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Darnell Wright, OT

The Jags could easily plug in 2021 second-round pick Walker Little at right tackle but Tennessee offensive tackle Darnell Wright might be too good to pass up at No. 24. Even though cornerback might be a bigger need than right tackle, general manager Trent Baalke will go with the best player available and landing a starting offensive lineman in the first round makes more sense than picking a slot cornerback.

Working in Wright's favor is that he mostly lined up at right tackle at Tennessee, which could help him get acclimated to the pros rather quickly. Although he needs to work on his technique, he has the physical tools to become a mainstay of the Jaguars' offensive line for years to come.