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NFL Draft Target Practice, Take 3: Could the Jaguars target these 4 offensive prospects at No. 29?

Miercoles 21 de Febrero del 2018

NFL Draft Target Practice, Take 3: Could the Jaguars target these 4 offensive prospects at No. 29?

Leading up to the 2018 NFL Draft, First Coast News will highlight four draft prospects at the Jaguars' positions of need every Tuesday afternoon.

Leading up to the 2018 NFL Draft, First Coast News will highlight four draft prospects at the Jaguars' positions of need every Tuesday afternoon.

This edition of NFL Draft Target Practice focuses on potential first-round picks on the offensive side of the ball.

Previous Editions of NFL Draft Target Practice: Take 1 / Take 2

Here are four prospects to keep an eye on during draft season:

Christian Kirk

Position: Wide Receiver

School: Texas A&M

Height/Weight: 5-11, 200 lbs.

Career Stats: 234 catches for 2,856 receiving yards and 26 touchdowns

Thoughts: With Marqise Lee and Allen Robinson set for free agency, the Jaguars could target a wide receiver in the first round. Kirk is a talented player who could impact the Jaguars' success on offense and special teams.

Kirk was a consistent do-it-all receiver at Texas A&M. He also stood out as a kick returner. Even if the Jaguars decide to retain Robinson or Lee, the Jaguars could add Kirk to streamline the passing game.

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Mark Andrews

Position: Tight End

School: Oklahoma

Height/Weight: 6-5, 224 lbs.

Career Stats: 112 catches for 1,765 receiving yards and 22 touchdowns

Thoughts: Andrews could be the long-awaited receiving tight end complement to Marcedes Lewis. A former receiver, Andrews has great hands and gets open with relative ease against linebackers and safeties.

A massive target, Andrews could enhance the Jaguars' red zone offense. The No. 29 pick may be a bit steep for Andrews but the Jaguars could trade back into the early second round to nab the playmaker.

Connor Williams

Position: Offensive Tackle

School: Texas

Height/Weight: 6-6, 320 lbs.

Career Stats: Started 28 games at left tackle

Thoughts: The Jaguars have a few needs along the offensive line. While the team picked up options for Josh Wells and Tyler Shatley, the Jaguars could use a new starting left guard and upgraded depth behind the other starters.

Williams was a career left tackle at Texas but could be used as a guard at the next level. He could eventually take over the right tackle spot from Jermey Parnell. He is expected to be selected in the No. 20-40 range.

James Washington

Position: Wide Receiver

School: Oklahoma State

Height/Weight: 6-1, 205 lbs.

Career Stats: 226 catches for 4,472 receiving yards and 39 touchdowns

Thoughts: It would probably take a miracle for Washington to make it to the No. 29 pick. However, if the Jaguars decide to trade up to enhance the offense, Washington would be the ideal fit.

The Oklahoma State wide receiver was a big-play threat throughout his college career. If Robinson and Lee walk in free agency (high unlikely for both to leave), Washington would be a strong replacement.

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