JACKSONVILLE – Let's get to it …

Michael from Orange Park, FL

You seem vague and even noncommittal on who will make up the Jaguars' starting offensive line next season. I thought the idea of free agency was to "solidify" the roster and have all starters in place. Why the indecision?

There indeed has been something vague and non-committal when I have spoken and written about the Jaguars' offensive line in recent days and weeks – and that's because not everything is remotely set about this group. I expect that will remain the case until Jaguars 2025 Training Camp begins – and maybe until it ends. Yes, there are logical starters if you look at this group on paper. That starting five figures to be left tackle Walker Little, left guard Ezra Cleveland, center Robet Hainsey, right guard Patrick Mekari and right tackle Anton Harrison. Little, Cleveland and Harrison finished the 2024 season as starters. Hainsey and Mekari signed as unrestricted free agents last week with the clear idea that they can start at their respective positions. But while that's logical on paper, and while all three returners are good and capable of starting – and while all played well at times last season – none have played so well that they are guaranteed starting positions. Remember: This team went 4-13 last season. The line has struggled to run block in big situations for several seasons. The Jaguars have signed four offensive linemen since the end of last season and they likely will select at least one offensive lineman in the 2025 NFL Draft. This is a new day, with new decision-makers. Yes, analysis of this group is uncertain. Because nothing is certain about the Jaguars' offensive line entering the '25 season.

Sascha from Cologne

Hey, John. Now that the Jaguars have revamped their offensive line in free agency, do you think that it is more likely that they will draft either defensive line, wide receiver or cornerback in the first round?

I think that the Jaguars worked in free agency with a goal of not having need dictate their selection in the first round of the 2025NFL Draft, and I don't believe the Jaguars will enter the draft feeling they have to take any particular position early. I consider defensive interior and wide receiver perhaps the most likely selections at No. 5 overall, but I wouldn't rule out receiver, offensive line or edge defender. There aren't many positions where the Jaguars can't afford to get greater.

Chevin from Jacksonville

What percentage of the questions you receive are loaded rhetorical questions aimed at massaging the emotional well-being of the asker?

Thirty-eight percent. Point one. Or so. -ish.

Sam from Orlando, FL

As a longtime resident of Orlando who would watch every game the Jaguars play in the city, Orlando sucks. The area around Camping World is highly suspect. Not that it would stop me, but there is a reason why this city has a hard time getting anything right.

One not fer Orlando, apparently.

Don from Marshall, NC

Can't expect to trade Gabe Davis and you can't cut him because of the cash. He was injured when the Jaguars signed him. Do you just hope he comes back healthy and earns his paycheck or do you just cut regardless? Go Jaguars!

When it comes to asking a fair question about Jaguars wide receiver Gabe Davis – who the Jaguars pretty much must keep through the 2025 season for salary-cap reasons and who they are hoping will be healthy enough to contribute more than last season – Don remains "all in."

Bradley from Sparks, NV

I think the new regime is not sold on Brenton Strange as a star tight end or even a solid one and brought in a couple of familiar faces as a worst-case scenario but will target a rookie tight end on Day 2 of the draft. Go ahead and tell me they love Strange.

I suppose you can think whatever you like. I don't expect the Jaguars to target tight end early in the 2025 NFL Draft. This is mainly because they're absolutely sold on Strange, your thoughts notwithstanding.

Bill from Springfield, VA

With the addition of Fred Johnson, it would appear our offensive line just got much better and is pretty much set for this season. Do you think this means that defensive line is our pick at No. 5?

Maybe.

Mike from Bath, UK

What chance is there that LRZ makes the 53-man roster this year? Has it been made harder by a new coaching regime arriving in Jax?

Jaguars wide receiver Louis Rees-Zammit is a talented athlete who is learning to play wide receiver at the highest level of professional football. He may have a ways to go before being on a 53-man roster regardless of the regime.

Bradford from Orange Park, FL

So, I've warmed to the idea of a wide receiver in Round 1 (Tetairoa McMillan of Arizona, specifically), but my first thought is the "line-building' steps you would forgo by doing that rather than going a big ugly at that spot. My question: "Would you rather hit on, let's say, defensive tackle Mason Graham (Michigan) or offensive lineman Will Campbell (Louisiana) in Round 1 and whiff on wide receiver or hit on wide receiver there and whiff on the defensive line or offensive line position you prioritized behind that wide receiver? Wide receiver is flashier and can help quarterback Trevor Lawrence, but will you be able to withstand the deficit it creates for that to make a difference (having to score 35+ to win/time in pocket/a subversive run game), as you didn't build there over going wideout instead? For what it's worth - my gut tells me a home run at defensive tackle, offensive line outweigh what you'd be getting/not getting at wide receiver in this scenario with your first selection.

I confess to not quiiite following all the logic here, though my Scooby – not my Scobee – sense tells me you're trying to ask if hitting on the lines consistently can outweigh missing and therefore being slightly flawed at wide receiver. The first thought is you obviously would rather not whiff on any position and have at least consistent production from early selections with some Pro Bowl-level performances from Top 15 selections. Specific to your question (I think) … yes, if you are strong enough on both lines, that can go a long way to negating weaknesses at other spots. A lot of OK quarterbacks and wide receivers can make plays if the quarterback has time to throw and the receivers have time to get open.

David from The Island

Is there still a speed trap in Starke? That made 301 a lot of fun to drive.

My understanding is the speed traps between Gainesville and Jacksonville are far less an issue than once was the case. They indeed used to make the trip fun. On another note … slow down, David.

Brian from Gainesville, FL

Big O, first of all, Jacksonville fans who come to Gainesville for home games won't need hotel rooms. Second, I drive to Orlando from Gainesville pretty regularly. It's. FAR longer than 30 - 45 minutes even without the traffic that you are guaranteed to hit no matter what time of day it is. Gainesville is the only choice for the renovations seasons.

I have no idea whether the Jaguars will play home games in Orlando or Gainesville during the 2027 NFL season. I do know hotels are a factor in the discussions because a city must house not only the home team but the road team when hosting an NFL game. Hotels in Gainesville could be at least somewhat of an issue on this front. Gainesville is not the only choice in this discussion. Orlando is absolutely an option.

Jason from Jacksonville

Hey, John. I was looking at the Jags' roster and it seems that we are really thin at wideout. BTJ is the man but after him there isn't much. Parker Washington is dependable for a few catches and the new guy is interesting but has never put up more than 308 yards in a season. Is it just me or is the receiver room looking a little bare? You can draft a guy but unless they are a Day 1 pick, they probably won't produce much as a rookie.

It's not just you. Wide receiver from this view indeed remains a clear need for the Jaguars. Second-year wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. is a Pro Bowl player, and the Jaguars see newly signed Dyami Brown as a lot more than "interesting" and very much the starter opposite Thomas. Washington has been productive at times. I expect the Jaguars to address receiver in the draft with the idea of selecting a player who can produce in 2025.

Al from Dowling Park, FL

Have you heard any rumors from our new leadership about bringing back the Culligan Girl? That would be awesome.

I have no idea what you're talking about.