Reacts Survey Results: Jaguars fan preferences for pick No. 56

This week, we asked Jacksonville Jaguars fans which position the team should target with its first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Over half of the respondents chose defensive line, and 70% chose defensive line or cornerback.

According to FanDuel Sportsbook, Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza has -20000 odds to be the first overall pick. That means a $200 bet would win one buck.

After that, who knows what will happen.

The draft has a kajillion different potential outcomes. The Jaguars’ biggest need may

be defensive line, but will that line up with how the board falls? What if the best available players at No. 56 all play offense?

It’s always wise to address needs in free agency so they don’t lead to impulsive decisions during draft weekend. Here’s to hoping Jacksonville brings in a few new faces on the defensive line in March to allow for maximum flexibility in April.

Top comments from Wednesday’s post:

Jaguardian

Personally, I don’t see a scenario where Gladstone waits 55 picks to finally draft a player. Expect some maneuvering earlier.

Will from Jax Beach

we’re gonna have to settle for the guy behind the guy behind the guy

acedarney

I don’t care what position, just draft a good starter. I think anywhere on defense needs it the most, and OL and RB could use an upgrade. I think that’s too high for a backup WR or TE, and QB would be a waste.

mnkman322

Technically we still don’t have an established WR1, so that could still be on the table come draft day.

Could see the team admitting Tuten isn’t a HB1 and drafting someone at 56.

And depending on what happens with Mekari/Little we could still be looking for RG1 come draft day.

Which leaves DT1, SF1, ED2, ED3 as needs that make opportunity cost sense at pick 56 on defense.