Jags still select an offensive lineman first overall in Draft Wire mock

The Jacksonville Jaguars potentially shook up how the 2022 NFL Draft will start after making the decision the franchise tag Cam Robinson. As a result, many believe the Jags will choose to select a pass-rush like Aidan Hutchinson or Kayvon Thibodeaux instead, which would help their defense which also struggled.

However, not everyone is convinced that the Jags won’t select an offensive lineman. That’s the case for Draft Wire’s Luke Easterling, who has the team drafting N.C. State tackle Ikem Ekwonu in his latest three-round mock.

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Yes, the Jaguars just placed the franchise tag on Cam Robinson (again), but that doesn’t solve the left tackle situation for the long-term. Ekwonu was an all-conference pick at both guard and tackle, and both of the Jags’ starters at guard are headed for free agency. Ekwonu could start inside as a rookie, then kick outside if Robinson isn’t kept on a long-term extension.