Who did the Jacksonville Jaguars select in this way-too-early 2026 three-round NFL mock draft from Pro Football Network?
After trading up for Travis Hunter in this year’s draft, the Jaguars do not have a first-round selection in 2026. However, as we detailed recently, they still have several valuable early-round picks after a Day 2 trade with Detroit, and with that comes some flexibility.
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Now, when it comes to mock drafts this far out, it’s not really about getting the projection right–that’s a nearly impossible task, especially in a multi-round mock–but more so, this exercise can help identify some 2026 draft prospects to know for the upcoming college football season.
Let’s go through and highlight each of the Jaguars’ selections. Of note, the draft order was determined by PFSN’s mock draft simulator.
Round 2, pick 40: Deontae Lawson, LB, Alabama
Lawson was one of PFF’s higher-graded run defenders at linebacker in 2024 and also recorded 12 pressures as a blitzer. In coverage, he held opponents to 8.4 yards per catch with one interception and four pass breakups. As of now, Devin Lloyd is set to be a free agent in 2026.
Round 3, pick 72: Taurean York, LB, Texas A&M
Back-to-back linebacker picks? With Lloyd a free agent and Foyesade Oluokun entering his age-30 season, perhaps this could be a position we see the Jaguars prioritize. York recorded 21 pressures last season and has been a reliable tackler in his career. He forced two pass breakups and one interception in coverage, allowing 10.6 yards per catch.
Round 3, pick 93: Lawson Luckie, TE, Georgia
Both Hunter Long and Johnny Mundt signed two-year free agent deals this offseason, which means in 2026, they’ll already be in the final year of those contracts. Luckie averaged 14.5 yards per catch in 2024 on 24 receptions, with most of his snaps coming from the slot. In Liam Coen’s offense, blocking ability at this position is vital.
Round 3, pick 97: Zakee Wheatley, S, Penn State
Wheatley was one of PFF’s top graded run defenders last season at the safety position. In coverage, he allowed a completion rate of 62% at 11.0 yards per catch and had solid ball production with three interceptions and four pass breakups.
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