2020 NFL Draft: Ranking the top-5 DT prospects

The Jacksonville Jaguars’ run-defense struggled mightily following the loss of Marcell Dareus to injury. The Jags went on to allow an average of over 139 yards per game on the ground. The majority of those yards came after Dareus’ core injury, …

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Javon Kinlaw, South Carolina

Javon Kinlaw is just about the exact opposite of Derrick Brown in terms of use and his strengths. Kinlaw projects as a penetrative 3-technique. He’s quick off the ball and uses his explosion to beat centers and guards. He isn’t as polished as Brown, but likely has a higher ceiling as an interior pass-rusher, something every team now strives for. There have been whispers about Kinlaw’s medicals and a potential fall in the draft, but judging the Jaguars’ previous draft history regarding bad knees (Jawan Taylor, Myles Jack), fans should trust the Jags’ front office to make the right decision again.