2017 NFL Mock Draft: First-round projections after Week 11
52. . S. LSU. Jamal Adams. 3. player
The Jacksonville Jaguars have been major disappointments this season and they have major needs in the offensive and defensive trenches. However, without a truly elite offensive lineman available this season to pick in the top five, the Jaguars will have to look to the defensive line or secondary.
Last year, the Jaguars chose Florida State cornerback standout Jalen Ramsey with the fifth overall pick, showing that defense was a priority. Sure, the offense could use some work, especially slumping Blake Bortles, but the defense has been an issue.
The secondary could use a nice boost with a guy like Jamal Adams from LSU who I believe is the best safety in the class. The safety play for Jacksonville hasn’t been great and Adams might be a guy who could come in and push for a starting role instantly. With the No. 3 overall pick, he seems like a bit of a stretch, but he would fill a need instantly.
It’s apparent that Adams is a great leader on and off the field and that might be what the Jaguars are desperately searching for. There are too many communication errors in the secondary and he can come in and be the quarterback of the defense within his first couple of years.