Jaguars Mailbag on Colts Battle, Draft Takes

In today's edition of the Jacksonville Jaguars mailbag, we take questions on the Jaguars' rematch with the Indianapolis Colts and more.

Dec 7, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Tim Patrick (17) makes a catch over Indianapolis Colts cornerback Kenny Moore II (23) during the second half at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Throughout the season, we will be taking questions on the biggest questions facing the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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Q: For the 2026 draft, where do you see the biggest need on offense and defense, respectively?

A: Defensive tackle is the clear biggest need on defense in my eyes. Arik Armstead will be another year older and the Jaguars have had to patchwork the room with journeymen veterans all season long. The Jaguars need to find a long-term difference-maker inside. As for the offensive, I will go with offensive tackle depth. The Jaguars have three quality offensive tackles now, but one is in a contract year and the other has a quetionable future.

Nov 23, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Maason Smith (94) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Q: Which jaguars would you put in the nfl top 100, if the season ended today? And… lol how high would Cam Little be?

A: Josh Hines-Allen, Travis Etienne, and Devin Lloyd have all been top-100 players all season long. Trevor Lawrence's end-of-the-year hot streak could put him in that conversation, too.

Dec 14, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Josh Hines-Allen (41) before the game against the New York Jets at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images | Travis Register-Imagn Images

Q: Do we keep Lloyd, ETN or figure out how to keep both? Do you think Trevor’s relationship with ETN helps him return to the Jags?

A: I could see them attempting to keep both, considering each has been arguably the Jaguars' best player on their side of the ball this season. Neither would be cheap, obviously, but the Jaguars have their reasons to keep both. I do not think Lawrence's relationship and history with Etienne will play a large factor, no.

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. (1) scores a rushing touchdown during the second quarter of an NFL football game at EverBank Stadium, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Jaguars defeated the Colts 36-19. | Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Q: What do you think Etienne would command if extended?

A: Something around the deal Kyren Williams got from the Rams, which was three years for $33 million. It will not be cheap but he has earned that right.

Dec 14, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA;Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. (1) runs the ball against the New York Jets at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images | Travis Register-Imagn Images

Q: Do you already have a 2026 draft crush who could realistically be available late in the 2nd round?

A: I do not. I do not really get into draft talk until the Jaguars seaon requires me to do so, and it certainly has not done that.

Nov 23, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars general manager James Gladstone against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Q: Remember Dyami Brown?

A: I think he deserves some credit. Not all players would go to work the way he does when they see their role get dimished so greatly, but he has kept his head down and stayed at it.

Nov 23, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dyami Brown (5) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Q: How does the coaching staff keep players engaged so that when they receive what appears to be a demotion, they are still effective when called upon later? For example, Walker Little, Jarrian Jones (folks were down on him early in regular season if you recall)?

A: I think the credit moreso has to go with the players, but it is also clear the Jaguars have established an unselfish culture that allows them to put their heads down and work no matter the circumstances.

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jarrian Jones (22) enters the stadium before an NFL football game at EverBank Stadium, Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union] | Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Q: Is there anything on film to explain why they haven’t ran the ball as well lately?

A: They simply are not winning their matchups up front, to me. They have faced some good defensive lines in recent weeks, but the Jaguars are not as effective at opening holes as they were earlier on in the season.

Nov 30, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. (1) runs with the ball against the Tennessee Titans during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images | Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

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