League executives called Jacksonville’s 2026 draft a “traits draft,” noting a focus on workouts and pro days over film. One exec said, “I did not like what Jacksonville did at all.” Despite the criticism, GM James Gladstone maintains the picks fit the club’s strategy, prioritizing tight end Nate Boerkircher and players with an “intangible” mindset. sportnewz.click
Jaguars’ 2026 Draft Draws Mixed Executive Reactions
Jacksonville’s 2026 draft class faced harsh criticism from league executives, who said the picks were driven by numbers rather than film, but GM James Gladstone insists the selections fit the team’s vision.
