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Jacksonville Jaguars' new offensive lineman Wyatt Milum isn't holding back when it comes to the reality of his position

Originally posted on A to Z Sports | By Justin Churchill | Last updated May 1, 2025 9:56 AM ET

When you are trying to get the most out of your young, uber-talented quarterback, there are a few things you can never take for granted, and the offensive line is at the top of the list. Throughout Trevor Lawrence's career, the Jaguars have done that.

Simply put, past regimes have not done a good enough job of getting Lawrence the proper protection he needs, and anytime he did have protection, the second most important thing for a QB, the weapons, just wasn't there either. This new regime made sure they did a bit of both in their first-ever NFL Draft.

Of course, Travis Hunter is going to be used on the offensive side of the ball as a wide receiver, but the Jaguars also drafted two running backs. As for the offensive line, the Jaguars also took two offensive linemen, making sure they get that interior fixed for Lawrence.

Not only did they get two guys to play the interior, but one of them has a versatility that is beyond important at the next level.

“I’m willing to play anywhere on the offensive line," Milum said after he was drafted. "It doesn’t matter to me. I know I went out there at the Senior Bowl and that was my first time playing guard. I’ve played tackle throughout my whole career, but as long as I can get out on the field and help the team win, that’s what it really means to me. I just want to be out there playing, so it doesn’t really matter where I play.”

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The AFC South has some really good pass rushers. The Houston Texans have their two edge guys, the Tennessee Titans have Jeff Simmons and the Indianapolis Colts have some young dudes on the edge that can get home to the QB. So, you have to protect the QB in this division, or any division, for that matter. No matter where he plays, the Jaguars feel confident in him as someone who can protect Lawrence.

And, because of his size, standing at 6'6", 313 pounds, the Jaguars do likely see him as a guard, competing for either the left or right guard positions. In three seasons of playing legit snaps at West Virginia, Milum never allowed a sack, and only ever allowed one QB hit. Of course, all of that was at left tackle, but it gives you reason to be confident in him at the next level.

While, no, he hasn't really played guard, ever, the Jags still feel confident he will be able to translate to the league, or they wouldn't have drafted him. And Milum being able to play tackle if needed due to injuries, will only increase his chances of getting on the field.

And, more importantly, Milum is willing to do whatever it takes to help Jacksonville win.

This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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