NFL DRAFT

The Jaguars put the finishing touches on a massive draft class on Saturday afternoon with two selections on offense and one on defense in the seventh and final round.

It was an unforgettable NFL draft for former local players, with a record number of players with area ties hearing their names called on a blockbuster final day.

The Jaguars opened the final day of the NFL draft with picks on the defensive side of the ball, selecting Gators linebacker Ventrell Miller and Oklahoma State edge rusher Tyler Lacy in the fourth round.

Trinity Christian graduate Chamarri Conner became the first local player selected in the NFL draft when he was taken by the Super Bowl champion Chiefs in the fourth round on Saturday.

As hundreds of fans watched and waited to see the newest picks in the NFL draft on Thursday night, the Jaguars and other teams took a moment to fulfill the dreams of aspiring NFL players gone too soon.

DeMario Douglas was proud and felt like he’d accomplished something. Reality came after that.

The early entry deadline passed Monday and the NFL sent out the official list of early entrants on Friday. This year has a larger number of local players who have declared for the draft or who are eligible for it.

Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson on Monday announced his decision to enter the 2023 NFL draft.

How did the Jaguars do in the draft? Let’s get my draft grade out here first and then talk about why. I’m giving the Jaguars a B. It was darn-near professional. That’s a step forward after what we’ve seen in the recent past.

Bolles product Jordan Jackson was the second area player to be selected in the NFL draft when he was taken by the Saints on Saturday afternoon.

Jimmie Stoudemire has had a whirlwind of a college career.

By now, just about everybody with an opinion has given theirs on the question, who should the Jaguars draft with the first pick on April 28. I’m making it official, with my vote for who the Jaguars should take.

Doug Pederson threw out the first pitch at the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp game Tuesday evening and he also threw out some thoughts on the draft and building a winning culture.

One lucky fan will receive a roundtrip flight for two, a three-night hotel stay in Vegas, two round-one NFL Draft stage tickets, access to a 12-hour, entrance to an all-inclusive NFL Draft Party at the LINQ Hotel and an NFL player meet and greet.

The Jaguars hold the first pick in the draft for the second straight year and this week at the scouting combine in Indianapolis, they'll get an up-close look at the players most likely to be their selection with the top pick.

The Jaguars wrapped up their final day of NFL draft selections, taking receiver Jalen Camp in the sixth round on Saturday afternoon.

Shaun Wade had to wait longer than he expected, but the call finally came in.

The Jaguars finally addressed their glaring hole at tight end in the draft, selecting Ohio State’s Luke Farrell with their first pick of the fifth round.

The Jaguars opened Day 3 of the NFL draft by addressing the defensive line, taking tackle Jay Tufele out of Southern California with the first pick of the fourth round.

The second day of the NFL draft for the Jaguars is over. Now, let's hand out the grades.

The Jaguars addressed the secondary on the second day of the NFL draft, adding safety Andre Cisco of Syracuse.

After using a pair of first-round draft choices on the offensive side of the ball, the Jaguars led off the second night of the draft with a focus on defense.

The Jaguars have had a mixed bag with players who they’ve selected in the first round of the NFL draft.

The Jaguars stuck to offense in the first round of the NFL draft.

Business was booming at a Jacksonville brewery on the first night of the 2021 NFL draft.

Let it sink in for a moment. Trevor Lawrence is now the Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback.

With a franchise quarterback on the way and a new coaching staff that’s ready to win now, the future is finally starting to lighten up in Jacksonville for owner Shad Khan. Finally.

Four Baptist health care heroes are in Cleveland for draft day! It’s an all-expense-paid trip for their dedication to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jaguars super fans know the importance of this year’s NFL draft. The Jax League said the future of the franchise is up to the first pick.

The NFL draft is almost here and so is our mock draft.