The Jacksonville Jaguars picked up some extra 2025 NFL Draft picks during the 2024 draft. Oh and they selected an absolute superstar despite moving down in the first round. Wins all around.

This weekend, the trade is wrapped up with the final two picks.

Original terms of the Brian Thomas Jr. trade down

Jaguars receive: 23rd overall pick in 2024 NFL Draft, pick 167 in 2024, 2025 third-round pick, 2025 fourth-round pick
Vikings receive: 17th overall pick in 2024 NFL Draft

Who did the Jaguars select with the picks from the 2024 NFL Draft trade with the Vikings?

The Jaguars were looking at wide receiver in a deep class and picked a good one at 23, selecting Brian Thomas Jr. Then in the fifth round, they used the 167th pick to select Texas RB Keilan Robinson. Robinson played six games for Jacksonville, logging 51 special teams snaps.

The Jaguars also hold two picks in the 2025 NFL Draft from the trade. The third-round pick slots in at 88 overall and the fourth-round pick turned into No. 126 overall when things were said and done. At 88, they selected CB Caleb Ranshaw from Tulane. The Jaguars traded the pick as part of the Travis Hunter move, so if was the Browns who used 126 on Tennessee running back Dylan Sampson.

Who did the Vikings select with the picks from the 2024 NFL Draft trade with the Jaguars?

With the 17th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the Vikings selected Alabama pass rusher Dallas Turner.

How was Brian Thomas’ performance for the Jaguars?

Thomas made the Pro Bowl after a stellar rookie season. He caught 87 passes for 1282 yards and 10 touchdowns, emerging as the top target for the Jacksonville offense. He was on the PFWA All-Rookie Team.

How did Dallas Turner play for the Vikings?

Turner played in 16 games during this rookie season, logging 28% of the defensive snaps and 53% of the special teams snaps for Minnesota. He finished with an interception, three sacks, and 20 tackles on the year.

Who won the 2024 NFL Draft trade between the Jaguars and Vikings?

When looking at the two major pieces, Thomas outperformed Turner by leaps and bounds. Throw in the fact that Jacksonville also received three other picks and it’s not even a conversation. Even if nothing ever comes from the other three players, the selection of Thomas is sure to put Jacksonville in the lead forever on this deal.

WINNER: JACKSONVILLE