Risers, Surprises and More: 5 Final Impressions Of Jaguars Offseason Program
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- The Jacksonville Jaguars concluded their offseason program with a final voluntary practice, following a high-intensity mandatory veteran minicamp last week, marking the approach of the summer break.
- Wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. was named the offseason MVP for his dominant performance and increased confidence, with cornerback Jabbar Muhammad and wide receiver Parker Washington earning silver and bronze respectively.
- Biggest risers included Jabbar Muhammad, who showed significant improvement and is likely to secure a roster spot, and rookie tight end Tanner Koziol, who impressed beyond expectations and could move up the depth chart.
- Rookie pass-catchers Josh Cameron and CJ Williams were the biggest surprises, showing strong performances and potential, while quarterback Trevor Lawrence was the biggest non-surprise, delivering his best offseason since being drafted.
- New faces to watch in training camp include Josh Cameron, running back J'Mari Taylor, and linebacker Jalen McCleod, while Nate Boerkircher and veteran tight end Quintin Morris underwhelmed relative to expectations during the offseason program.
