The Jaguars' Best Defensive Options in the Second Round

The most obvious solution to losing Lloyd is to draft another linebacker, and they won't find one better than Josiah Trotter in the second round. Trotter's dad and brother have experience playing in the NFL, so it makes sense that he's so keen on making big plays.

His physicality, paired with impressive finesse, makes him a threat on any given down, even if he's inconsistent in breaking off tackles. He isn't the most physically imposing linebacker, but his game sense means more often than not, he'll be in the right place at the right time.

The Jaguars just gave Travon Walker a massive contract extension, and they still have Josh Hines-Allen on the other side of their defensive line. Dennis Gardeck was one of the few players they were able to bring back from free agency, and despite all that, they should still look at Dani Dennis-Sutton.

He's the most athletically gifted edge rusher in his class, measuring in at the combine at 6’ 6’’ and 256 pounds. He uses his big frame to punish offensive linemen with a weak base, but he will face issues against more technically sound linemen. In a backup capacity, he'll be able to give them good reps with the upside of one day being their starter.

Circling back to linebacker, Jake Golday is another good option. Golday's explosiveness is more akin to an edge rusher, and his skills in coverage need a lot of work, but he should immediately make an impact on a defense that's looking for better tackling.

He can be an effective player on special teams right out of the gate, and even if he can get lost in coverage, there are certain blitz packages where he will make a difference. He's also going to be a massive help in run defense.