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One Cornerback Target for Jaguars in Each Round of the Draft

Which cornerbacks would make plenty of sense for the Jacksonville Jaguars at each step of the draft?
Nov 23, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Nov 23, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- After some decisions the Jacksonville Jaguars have already made this offseason, it does not appear likely cornerback is a top need entering April's draft.

With that said, the Jaguars and defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile will still want to add depth behind Travis Hunter and Montaric Brown. So with that in mind, which cornerbacks could make sense for the Jaguars at various points of the draft?

Round 2: Chris Johnson, San Diego State

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Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; San Diego State defensive back Chris Johnson (DB17) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images | Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

One of the biggest risers of the draft process has been cornerback Chris Johnson. Landing him in the second round might even be a move the Jaguars would have to do after some kind of trade-up, too. With that said, he would be a perfect fit in the Jaguars secondary and maybe give them the best young unit in the NFL.

Round 3: Davison Igbinosun, Ohio State

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Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Davison Igbinosun catches a ball during Pro Day for NFL scouts at the Woody Hayes Athletics Center on March 25, 2026. | Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

An experienced cover man with over 50 career starts, Davison Igbinosun would bring some size to the Jaguars' cornerback room. He might not be a true play-maker, but he is a solid fit for the Jaguars' zone scheme and could bring some upside to their depth and allow them even more flexibility for Travis Hunter.

Round 4: Will Lee III, Texas A&M

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Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas A&M defensive back Will Lee III (DB18) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images | Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

A transfer from Kansas State. Will Lee III has four career interceptions and 24 pass breakups. He is a physical and willing cornerback against the run and against blockers at the line of scrimmage and would be the largest cornerback in the Jaguars' entire secondary. This is also around the range where it makes sense for the Jaguars to start looking at cornerbacks, too.

Round 5: Hezekiah Masses, Cal

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Nov 29, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; California Golden Bears defensive back Hezekiah Masses (5) before the game against the Southern Methodist Mustangs at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images | Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

A former Florida International transfer who saw his production explode this season, Hezekiah Masses was a first-team ACC and second-team AP All-American thanks to five interceptions and 13 pass breakups. He has also started 36 games over the last three years, giving him plenty of experience ahead of his NFL transition.

Round 6: Devon Marshall, NC State

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Sep 11, 2025; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons wide receiver Sterling Berkhalter (4) lines up in the first half against North Carolina State Wolfpack cornerback Devon Marshall (6) at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Luke Jamroz-Imagn Images | Luke Jamroz-Imagn Images

While Devon Marshall does not have years of starting experience, his play over the last two seasons deserves consideration on Day 3. He recorded two interceptions and a staggering 16 pass breakups last year, along with a forced fumble. He is a productive and instinctive cover man who would add depth and toughness right off the bat.

Round 7: Andre Fuller, Toledo

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Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Toledo defensive back Andre Fuller (DB10) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Another bigger cornerback, Andre Fuller has plenty of size and length to bring to a cornerback room. He plays football the way the Jaguars like out of their cornerbacks, and he also has some special teams value on kickoff and punt coverage teams.

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John Shipley
JOHN SHIPLEY

John Shipley has been covering the Jacksonville Jaguars as a beat reporter and publisher of Jaguar Report since 2019. Previously, he covered UCF's undefeated season as a beat reporter for NSM.Today, covered high school prep sports in Central Florida, and covered local sports and news for the Palatka Daily News. Follow John Shipley on Twitter at @_john_shipley.

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