Jags now scraping for receivers
Monday’s release of Matt Jones leaves the Jags scraping for options at wide receiver. Dennis Northcutt will slot in as the nominal No. 1 receiver despite averaging less than 500 yards over the past four seasons. Last year’s late-season flourish notwithstanding, Northcutt is a slot receiver with iffy hands masquerading as a possible WR3.
Anyone who witnessed the Week 5 Sunday night classic against the Steelers knows that Mike Walker is loaded with potential, but it would be foolish to count on him staying healthy after missing all of 2007 and half of 2008 with knee injuries. Though he’s been a trendy Dynasty leagues sleeper for awhile now, Walker is a late-round dice roll for re-drafters.
Troy Williamson is currently the No. 3 receiver by default. The colossal bust couldn’t get on the field last season even with Walker injured, Jerry Porter malingering, and Reggie Williams fading into the background.
So where do the Jags turn? While they could join the Titans in pursuit of Torry Holt, they’re more likely to replenish through the draft after being burned in free agency last year. With Tra Thomas now manning left tackle, the Jags can afford to address wide receiver with the No. 8 pick. Michael Crabtree, Jeremy Maclin and even local star Percy Harvin are possibilities.
We now know that David Garrard is mediocre passer when he doesn’t have a dominant ground attack opening up gaping holes at the second level. Even if Walker, Northcutt, and a flashy rookie make up for Jones’ production, Garrard will miss his go-to option on third-downs. He's not going to be drafted as any better than a mid-range QB2 in 2009.
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