The first round of the 2026 NFL draft is in the books, and it played out well for the Jacksonville Jaguars, considering they did not make a selection.Holding four picks on Day 2, GM James Gladstone believes that the Jaguars have a good chance to "really level up."Let's take a look at who the Jaguars are selecting in the latest Day 2 mock drafts.Matt Miller, ESPNPick 56: R Mason Thomas, EDGE, OklahomaPick 81: Tyler Onyedim, DT, Texas A&MPick 88: Mike Washington Jr., RB, ArkansasPick 100: Davison Igbinosun, CB, Ohio StateTakeaways: The Jaguars get some much-needed additions to the defensive front. Depth behind the starters and more pass-rush consistency are needed in 2026 from the rotational defenders.
I still don't think running back is a top 100 need for this team.Josh Edwards, CBS SportsPick 56: Lee Hunter, DT, Texas TechPick 81: Zakee Wheatley, S, Penn StatePick 88: Kyle Louis, LB, PittPick 100: Kage Casey, G, Boise StateTakeaways: Addressing the defensive tackle position remains a top priority. Taking a safety in the top 100 would be a best player available selection. On the roster already at that position are Antonio Johnson, Eric Murray, Caleb Ransaw, and Rayuan Lane.
Louis would add a versatile presence to the defense, and an early-round pick on an offensive lineman does seem to be in play.Nick Baumgardner, The AthleticPick 56: Domonique Orange, DT, Iowa StatePick 81: Kyle Louis, LB, PittPick 88: Mike Washington Jr., RB, ArkansasPick 100: Davison Igbinosun, CB, Ohio StateTakeaways: Orange was a stout run defender, but his athleticism for his size gives him upside as a pass rusher. Re-signing Montaric Brown helped stabilize the cornerback position, but an addition here is still likely to happen to bolster the depth.Daniel Flick, Sports IllustratedPick 56: CJ Allen, LB, GeorgiaPick 81: Mike Washington, Jr., RB, ArkansasPick 88: Zxavian Harris, DT, Ole MissPick 100: Trey Moore, EDGE, TexasTakeaways: Mike Washington Jr. is a very popular pick for the Jaguars in these mocks.
He surpassed the 1,000-yard mark in 2025 while averaging a whopping 6.4 yards per rush. Adding to the front seven is an expected priority for the Jaguars, especially up front.Jaguars WirePick 56: Gennings Dunker, OL, IowaPick 81: Keyron Crawford, EDGE, AuburnPick 88: Rayshaun Benny, DT, MichiganPick 100: Kyle Louis, LB, PittFor our full breakdown, you can find that here.This article originally appeared on Jaguars Wire: 2026 NFL draft: Who are Jaguars taking in latest Day 2 mocks?