Jacksonville’s 2023 draft class was mostly an afterthought last year. First-rounder Anton Harrison started all 17 games and was stout at right tackle. But second-round tight end Brenton Strange, third-round running back Tank Bigsby and the rest of the rookies barely contributed. Year 2 should be a different story.
FILE - Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Brenton Strange makes a reception during the team’s NFL football practice, Tuesday, June 11, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla. FILE - Jacksonville Jaguars running back Tank Bigsby carries the ball in a handoff drill during the team’s NFL football practice, Tuesday, June 11, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla.
Like Strange, the Jaguars had high hopes for Bigsby as a rookie. But the former Auburn standout, the 88th overall pick in 2023, fumbled twice in his first 24 touches and tipped a pass that resulted in an interception in the season opener. “That gave me a lot of confidence,” Bigsby said. “One thing I learned about last year is the NFL is about opportunities. When you get an opportunity, take full advantage of it and just roll with it.”
Washington won’t start but could play significantly as the team’s No. 4 receiver behind Christian Kirk, rookie Brian Thomas Jr. and Gabe Davis. Washington caught 16 passes for 132 yards and two scores in 2023. He also had two miscues that led to Lawrence getting hurt in games.
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