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Jacksonville Jaguars rookie Tyson Campbell receives pro comparison

The Jacksonville Jaguars selected former Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Tyson Campbell with the No. 33 pick in the 2021 NFL draft.

The Jacksonville Jaguars selected former Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Tyson Campbell with the No. 33 pick in the 2021 NFL draft. Campbell’s selection addressed an area of need for the Jaguars and gives them a player with an incredibly high ceiling.

Campbell will be one of the most athletic defensive backs in the NFL as a rookie. The former Georgia star will look to refine his technique to succeed at the NFL level. Campbell has the ability to start in Jacksonville’s season-opener.

Here’s how NFL.com profiled Campbell’s strengths and weaknesses before the NFL draft:

Outside cornerback with undeniable physical traits and athletic tools. Smooth hips and agile feet guide him around the field, but he doesn’t always trust his footwork and overall technique, which leads to occasional bouts with imbalance in coverage. Length and quick-twitch agility could lead to robust improvement and success in man coverage. Poise and confidence in matching routes and playing deep throws are the first order of business and those areas might take a couple of seasons to fine-tune. Campbell’s traits outweigh the lack of polish and could lead to a solid NFL career.

NFL.com compared Campbell to Cincinnati Bengals cornerback William Jackson III. Jackson III has incredible closing speed and athleticism. The Bengals cornerback has started 48 NFL games in his four season professional career. Jackson III has three career interceptions and 41 career pass deflections.

Campbell will look to polish his game and have a solid NFL career like Jackson III. Both players have yet to reach their ceilings. If Campbell can improve his footwork and improve at locating the football, then he may end up having a special NFL career.

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Urban Meyer on NFL draft call: ‘To hell with Georgia’

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer denounced the Georgia Bulldogs on his draft call with sixth round pick Jalen Camp (Georgia Tech)

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer fondly remembers his experience as a college coach and will use it to help guide him in the NFL. Meyer won championships as he notably coached for the Florida Gators and Ohio State Buckeyes in college.

Now, the NFL will present a new challenge. Urban Meyer just finished his first career NFL draft. He ended up selecting several players he recruited back when he was the coach at Ohio State.

On his draft call with sixth-round pick Jalen Camp, Urban Meyer wasted no time denouncing the Georgia Bulldogs. Meyer and Jalen Camp, who was a wide receiver at Georgia Tech, share a common rival from their days in college football: Georgia.

Urban Meyer has several family connections to Georgia Tech to strengthen his distaste for Georgia.

Interestingly, Jalen Camp will practice against former Georgia defensive back Tyson Campbell. The Jaguars drafted Campbell with the first pick in the second round of the 2021 NFL draft.

In fact, Tyson Campbell has scored more touchdowns in the Georgia-Georgia Tech rivalry than Jalen Camp despite playing defense. Yellow Jacket fans may remember this one if they were still watching:

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Oct 27, 2007; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Florida Gators head coach Urban Meyer during the fourth quarter against the Georgia Bulldogs at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida. Georgia defeated Florida 42-30. Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY Sports Copyright

Los Angeles Rams add former Georgia All-American to practice squad

The Los Angeles Rams have signed former Georgia Bulldogs safety J.R. Reed to their practice squad

The Los Angeles Rams have signed former Georgia Bulldogs safety J.R. Reed to their practice squad. Reed was a first team Walter Camp All-American last season for the University of Georgia.

Reed went undrafted in the 2020 NFL Draft, despite his impressive accolades. He originally signed an undrafted deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars, but they cut him before the season.

Now, Reed will be reunited with former UGA defensive back Tyrique McGhee on the Los Angeles practice squad. Reed has the instincts and skill to compete in the NFL, but his physical traits have been questioned.

For Los Angeles Rams fans who are unfamiliar with J.R. Reed, they should know that they are landing a playmaker. Reed forced seven total turnovers in three seasons with Georgia. He racked up 199 tackles during this time. He’s a veteran, who played in 42 games throughout his decorated college career.

Sep 30, 2017; Knoxville, TN, USA; Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Tyrique McGhee (26) and J.R. Reed (20) and Lorenzo Carter (7) reach to tackle Tennessee Volunteers running back John Kelly (4) in the second half at Neyland Stadium. Georgia defeated Tennessee 41-0. Credit: Crystal LoGiudice-USA TODAY Sports

The Los Angeles Rams announced the signing of J.R. Reed via their official Twitter account.

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Jacksonville Jaguars waive former Georgia DB

The Jacksonville Jaguars have waived former Georgia Bulldogs safety J.R. Reed.

The Jacksonville Jaguars have waived former Georgia Bulldogs safety J.R. Reed. Reed was quite a productive player for the University of Georgia, but went undrafted in the 2020 NFL Draft. Now, he’ll look to stick with the Jaguars practice squad or sign elsewhere.

J.R.’s father, Jake, played in the NFL. It is a tough year for unproven players to make a roster. With the lack of preseason games, shortened training camp, and unusual protocols, it is even more challenging than most seasons to make the roster as an undrafted player.

J.R. was a playmaker in Athens, but there were concerns about his athletic profile heading into the NFL Draft. Reed has impressive instincts and deserves another opportunity. We’ll update you on what is next for Reed.

Here’s the full list of Jacksonville’s roster moves today, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter:

ATHENS, GEORGIA – SEPTEMBER 21: J.R. Reed of the Georgia Bulldogs celebrates a 23-17 win over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Georgia Bulldogs safety J.R. Reed signs with AFC South team

Georgia Bulldogs safety J.R. Reed has shockingly gone undrafted after being a finalist for the Bronko Nagurski Award.

Georgia Bulldogs safety J.R. Reed has shockingly gone undrafted. Now, he’s signed an undrafted free agent contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Reed was a playmaking defensive back for the Dawgs last season. He elected to return for his senior season and did not disappoint.

Reed was a finalist for the Bronko Nagurski Award, awarded to the top defensive player in the country, during his 2019 campaign. Reed defended seven passes last season and intercepted a pass against Notre Dame. He forced seven turnovers over his career in Athens.

Reed will be playing at the next level in the NFL despite going undrafteed. He’ll be a priority free agent for NFL teams.

He has excellent anticipation and helped Georgia make three straight SEC Championships. During his senior season the Georgia Bulldogs had the best scoring defense in the NCAA.

Before the NFL Draft, Reed has been compared to a Dallas Cowboys safety. Reed is NFL-ready and is fully capable of starting. He’s a little older than most prospects, but his experience and solid fundamentals should help him adapt to the speed of the game in the NFL. Reed will be extremely motivated to prove his doubters wrong.

Sep 21, 2019; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs defensive back J.R. Reed reacts with head coach Kirby Smart reacts after intercepting a pass against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

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Jaguars’ Chris Conley scores two touchdowns in comeback win at Oakland

Former Georgia Bulldog Chris Conley scored two fourth quarter touchdowns as the Jacksonville Jaguars knocked off the Oakland Raiders.

The Jacksonville Jaguars knocked off the Oakland Raiders in the Raiders final home game in Oakland. Jacksonville won 20-16 thanks in large part to Chris Conley’s pair of late fourth quarter touchdowns.

Conley, a Georgia Bulldog, scored with thirty one seconds left in the fourth quarter to complete the Jaguars comeback. Jacksonville trailed 16-6 prior to Conley’s late touchdowns:

 

The Jaguars are now 5-9  thanks to the comeback win in Oakland. Chris Conley and Gardner Minshew broke the hearts of Oakland fans looking for one final win in the Oakland Coliseum.

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