A question from a Jaguar Fan

No worries mate! Until the Colts are vanquished, They’re still dangerous – but I’ve liked what the Texans have done over the past couple of seasons. The Titans, I believe will take a step back this year, especially if Vince returns as the starting QB – they got hit hard in FA.

I’ve been very criitical of the Jags last year and I feel that the critism was well founded. This year, they appear to be moving in the right direction. They still have holes to fill. Getting rid of Shack was a good step. I’ve liked Gene’s moves overall. I do question him giving up a 2nd round pick (next year) to grab a 3rd round this year – we’ll have to wait and see if Cox warrants that move. He addressed the #1 need on this team – O-line.

Assuming the Oline improves, I believe our biggest weakness right now is D-line. Henderson is getting some miles put on and we have NO pass rush. That absolutely kills us. maybe one of last year’s rookies will step up – we’ll have to wait and see.

were twofold. First, we had no O-line. The O-line lost depth with the shooting of Reggie Collier, we lost our best O-lineman – LG Manuwai to injury in week one, our best center was also injured and getting long in the tooth. As a result we had zero running game. Our WR corp were the worst in the league last year – filled with 1st round busts. They couldn’t get open and when they did they lead the league in dropped passes. I think Garrard is better than average but can’t do it alone. A legit critisim of him from last year was that he held the ball too long resulting in sacks and to’s.

Our new GM blew up the WR corp from last year (thank GOD!!!). he still has a few more guys to replace but that will take time. We’re excited about our rookie WR, but they’ll take some time to develop. I like the Holt signing. His better playing days are behind him, but he’s an all pro with great work ethic and high character – he should be a great influence on the WR’s.

I share your question about MJD – can he withstand the pounding. He’s small and very physical, can he hold up as THE man for entire season????

I agree with you that it comes down to line play. I beleive our O-line will be greatly improved from last year. D-line is another question all together. We had a lot of holes on tnis team from last year. I blasted Harvey last year. I was not enamoured with his pick – he had a history of taking plays off and disappearing altogether in games while at UF. And I beleive that continued in his rookie year. He was completely dominated by your rookie LT in last year’s Nationally televised game in your crib. He’ll improve but never be big time in my opinion (I hope I’m wrong) I personally thinki we need another draft or two to really contend.

Thanks much for your input.