Jaguars' 2023 Draft Class Has Aged Remarkably Well

The Jacksonville Jaguars' 2023 draft class, assembled by former GM Trent Baalke and coach Doug Pederson, has grown into an important group for the roster, with seven of 13 picks playing sizeable roles in 2025.

The Jacksonville Jaguars are moving from the 2025 season into 2026 and the club is noting the growing influence of its 2023 draft class. That class was assembled by former general manager Trent Baalke and former head coach Doug Pederson and included 13 picks. At the time the group drew criticism, especially for Day 2 choices. In 2025 several members of that class played key roles for the team. Key developments: - The 2023 class included 13 picks and was compiled under the Baalke/Pederson regime. - Seven of those picks played sizeable roles for the Jaguars in 2025 across offense, defense, and special teams. - First-round tackle Anton Harrison has started at right tackle for three seasons and is expected to have his fifth-year option decided later this offseason. - Second-round tight end Brenton Strange has become a major offensive contributor, and fifth-rounder Antonio Johnson was one of the defense's top play-makers from a year ago. - Sixth-round pick Parker Washington emerged as a potential star, while Christian Braswell and Yasir Abdullah provided depth and special teams value. - Several late selections did not stick with the team or missed time, including Raymond Vohasek, Derek Parish, Cooper Hodges, Tyler Lacy, and Erick Hallett. Summary: The 2023 draft class supplied multiple starters and role players who helped the Jaguars' 2025 run. Anton Harrison, Brenton Strange, Antonio Johnson and Parker Washington were cited as key pieces. The club is expected to address Harrison's fifth-year option later this offseason. Other roster outcomes for remaining picks are undetermined at this time.