2019 NFL mock draft: Jaguars make a move for their new QB

COLUMBIA, MO - NOVEMBER 10: Quarterback Drew Lock #3 of the Missouri Tigers runs in for a touchdown against safety LaDarius Wiley #5 of the Vanderbilt Commodores in the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium on November 10, 2018 in Columbia, Missouri. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images) /

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CLEMSON, SC – SEPTEMBER 2: Defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence #90 of the Clemson Tigers #90 celebrates a tackle against the Kent State Golden Flashes on September 2, 2017 at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Todd Bennett/Getty Images) /

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The Patriots have always built their defensive success up front. They love to invest high draft choices in the defensive line. Given the strength of this draft class, it’s only logical that they place their focus there.

One thing Bill Belichick loves to do is take calculated risks on players with immense upside who might not be playing their best. That’s because he believes in the system he’s built being able to draw it out of them. Based on past results? It’s hard to argue with it.

Dexter Lawrence is a powerhouse defensive tackle who can outmuscle just about anybody. He’s already a headache to deal with but his upside is so much more substantial. If the Patriots can get his motor running hot, he’ll be unstoppable.

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