ESPN analyst Ben Solak suggests that the Jacksonville Jaguars should consider trading down in the 2025 NFL draft before making their pick at fifth overall. Solak believes that while selecting Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham at fifth overall could be a good move, the Jaguars should explore the possibility of acquiring more picks to enhance their draft flexibility. The depth of talent in this year's draft class, particularly in the range from Day 1 to Day 2, makes trading down a viable option for the Jaguars to strengthen their roster across various positions.
General Manager James Gladstone is open to exploring trade opportunities on draft day to potentially secure additional picks that could benefit the team's roster-building process. However, the challenge lies in finding a willing trade partner, as reports indicate a lack of teams looking to move up in the draft. Despite the Jaguars' need for defensive tackle help, acquiring more selections in the early to middle rounds could offer valuable opportunities to address multiple positions and align with the team's ongoing roster reconstruction under Gladstone's leadership.