2016 NFL Mock Draft: Rams Trade Opens Flood Gates

Jan 9, 2016; Frisco, TX, USA; North Dakota State Bison quarterback Carson Wentz (11) reacts after the game against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks in the FCS Championship college football game at Toyota Stadium. North Dakota State won the championship 37-10. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 26, 2015; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida Gators defensive back Vernon Hargreaves III (1) against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

8. Jacksonville Jaguars (via PHI)

CB. Florida. Vernon Hargreaves III . 8. player. 52. The Jacksonville Jaguars got exactly what they wanted here. They were able to move back for a nice extra boost to their stockpile of draft picks and were able to avoid taking Vernon Hargreaves III in the top 5, which might’ve been viewed as a reach by many. Instead they get him at a perfect spot and give their defense a sorely needed boost on the back end. <p> </p> <p>With respect, Prince Amukamara is hardly a solution to their problems at cornerback. He was a never a shutdown type and has a history of injury problems. Aaron Colvin will be suspended the first four games, so getting somebody like Hargreaves who is a good athlete, aggressive, tough and has good ball skills is all the Jaguars can ask for. No question he can step right in and start away. If the pass rush can get even a little better, that defense will be instantly improved.</p>

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