Winners, losers after Jags’ 2020 NFL Draft haul

While Gardner Minshew didn’t get any immediate starters on the offensive line, he did get some threats at receiver to help him in 2020.

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QB Gardner Minshew II

Speaking of Minshew, it’s hard to imagine that he’s not happy with the offensive additions made throughout the draft. Sure, fans wanted to see a starter or two added to the offensive line, but maybe the front office’s fate in the current group will pay off.

As for the weapons on the outside, the Jags were able to add a player they were high on in Laviska Shenault Jr. While that’s just one addition in the top-3 rounds, it’s huge because it gives the offense a No. 2 on the outside, which allows Dede Westbrook to move to the slot if all goes well.

The addition of Collin Johnson could be huge, too. While he may not have the speed and could struggle to separate in the NFL, receivers coach Keenan McCardell has proven to be a good teacher. If he can make the 6-foot-6, 222-pounder an Allen Lazard type of threat for the Jags, that would be huge.

Simply put, the key for both receivers will be to stay healthy, and if they can, Minshew has a chance to flourish.