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Saturday, 10 May 2008 |
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There's no doubt the Jaguars have had success in drafting or acquiring University of Florida football players. A year ago, the Jaguars had six former Gators on their active roster, including last year's No. 1 draft pick, safety Reggie Nelson.
So it didn't come as a great surprise when the Jaguars traded draft spots and draft selections with Baltimore in order to move up to the No. 8 spot. They were able to land UF defensive end Derrick Harvey.
Jeremy Mincey is still with the club—and he wants everyone to remember it. Mincey is considered a battler and what he lacks in physical qualities, he's made up for with desire. That desire will be tested this year after the Jaguars drafted Harvey and grabbed Quentin Groves, another pass-rushing end, with their second choice. ... Be first to comment this article |  Add as favourites (0) |  Quote this article on your site | Views: 0
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Wednesday, 07 May 2008 |
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Did the Jaguars make the right decision by dealing high draft choices to acquire Florida defensive end Derrick Harvey with the eighth overall pick in the draft?
The debate continues in Jacksonville.
In order to get Baltimore's pick at that spot, the Jaguars gave up their No. 26 overall selection along with a pair of third-round choices and a fifth-round pick. Analysts pondered whether Harvey was worth a top-10 selection. Jacksonville doubted it could land Harvey without making the deal.
In the Jaguars' collective opinion, too many other teams between the eighth overall pick and Jacksonville's initial spot wanted Harvey. Baltimore was the only team willing to make a deal, the Ravens needing to do so to protect their interest in Joe Flacco once Matt Ryan was taken... Be first to comment this article | Add as favourites (0) | Quote this article on your site | Views: 0 |
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