2017 NFL Mock Draft: The Final Edition

52. Improving the offense been discussed within the Jaguars circle and this would help. With only 1,631 rushing yards (22nd in NFL) and 8 rushing touchdowns (30th in NFL), the Jaguars need an impact rusher. While some will consider this a reach because of durability concerns, I beg to differ. <p>Starting from the top, Fournette is a physical runner. That’s beyond obvious. He’s incredibly strong and doesn’t get enough credit for his speed. At 240 pounds, he ran a 40-yard dash in 4.51 seconds. Say what you want, that’s moving. Overall, this is what he did at the Combine:</p> <p>Height: 6’1<br /> Weight: 240 lbs.<br /> 40-yard dash: 4.51 seconds<br /> Vertical jump: 28.5 inches</p> <p>Now that was at the Combine, at his pro-day, he weighed in at 228 pounds. Losing 12 pounds is concerning in some sense but to me, it’s where he wants to play, at the next level. While at the pro day, he didn’t run any speed drills but he did display his hands. By catching passes out of the backfield and working on his routes, he can become an every-down back for the Jaguars.</p> <p>Fournette won’t ever be an elite pass-catcher but he doesn’t have to be. He’s a powerful runner within his strides and can’t bury you with a stiff-arm, at will. He might struggle laterally, as he’s not a shifty runner. However, he doesn’t hesitate when hitting his hole and if you’re in his way, be prepared.</p> <p>With a struggling quarterback like Blake Bortles, this is the perfect answer to relieve some of the worry on offense. Leonard Fournette could easily be a 300+ carry guy and could very well be one of the best running backs we’ve seen come out of the draft since Adrian Peterson.</p>. Running Back. LSU. Leonard Fournette. 4. player