Who did the Jacksonville Jaguars land and what position groups did they prioritize in a recent seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft?
It’s not often that, at this early stage in the pre-draft process, we will see full seven-round mock drafts being put together. But that’s exactly what Dalton Miller of Pro Football Network has provided us.
The Jaguars hold the fifth overall pick in this year’s draft and have 10 selections in total, including multiple picks in three of the seven rounds, providing them with an excellent opportunity to add young talent to their roster.
In addition to all that draft capital, the Jaguars have their share of cap space as well and opportunities to create more of it. So, between the two player acquisition avenues, the Jaguars rank among the best in cumulative offseason assets.
After a four-win season, however, there are certainly needs to be addressed. A few include cornerback, safety, the interior defensive line, and the offensive line. Other positions where depth and numbers are needed are quarterback and tight end–and potentially receiver, depending on if any veteran cuts are made at that position group.
Let’s take a closer look at Miller’s mock draft and who the Jaguars came away with.
Pick 5: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
Michigan defensive back Will Johnson (2) celebrates after returning an interception for a touchdown against Fresno State during the second half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024.
Johnson is a very popular pick for the Jaguars at fifth overall. His 2024 season was cut short due to a turf toe injury, but he put together an impressive three-year career at Michigan. During that span, Johnson allowed a completion rate of just 53% at 13.4 yards per catch with nine interceptions and seven pass breakups. For what it’s worth, he also graded out well as a run defender by PFF’s metrics.
“If it weren’t for Hunter’s mind-bending ball skills, we’d be discussing Will Johnson’s nutty ball-hawking abilities,” Miller wrote. “Johnson lies incredibly well to quarterbacks when he gets the opportunity to sink into Cover 2, and his length, fluidity, and explosiveness allow him to easily carry receivers downfield.”
Pick 36: Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame
Oct 19, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish safety Xavier Watts (0) celebrates after an interception against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the…
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