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The Jaguars are roughly a month away from reporting to TIAA Bank Field for their annual training camp. Prior to their pre-camp break, the team took part in 10 organized team activity workouts and three mandatory minicamp practices as part of the third and final phase of the offseason program.
Below are five offensive players who stood out during the Phase 3 workouts:
Blake Bortles
The Jaguars' starting quarterback inspired confidence during Phase 3 with improved accuracy and impressive chemistry with his new weapons. While he surrendered four interceptions in 13 workouts/practices, his throws were - for the most part - on point. Bortles seemed very comfortable with his improved throwing motion after spending even more time working on it California. He really stood out when throwing to new tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins, new wide receiver Donte Moncrief and second-year playmaker Keelan Cole.
Austin Seferian-Jenkins
Seferian-Jenkins signed a two-year deal with the Jaguars during the second wave of free agency. While he was pegged as an immediate starter and a solid receiving threat, Phase 3 allowed the veteran tight end to make a statement that he is more than just a role player. Seferian-Jenkins was constantly open during non-contact practices and made impressive catch after impressive catch. The buzz is building around Seferian-Jenkins entering training camp and rightfully so.
Donte Moncrief
When Moncrief was signed to replace Allen Robinson during free agency, there was a bit of a "really?" feeling among the fan base. During Phase 3 of the offseason program, Moncrief appeared to be just what the Jaguars were looking for. After an injury-riddled four-year stint in Indianapolis, Moncrief is finally healthy and he was able to show off his speed on deep routes throughout OTAs. Moncrief's deep-threat ability may take a safety away from the tackle box, allowing Leonard Fournette and the rest of the Jaguars running backs to pick up additional yardage this season.
DJ Chark
While his speed has been his calling card, Chark's 6-foot-3, 199-pound frame was his key asset during the offseason program. Chark made highlight catches throughout the offseason program, snatching passes out of the air with ease. Jaguars backup quarterback Cody Kessler was quick to praise Chark following mandatory minicamp, as the rookie made the former Cleveland Brown look good throughout Phase 3.
Keelan Cole
The former undrafted free agent reignited the spark between him and Bortles early on during OTAs. Bortles targeted Cole often during the workouts and the wide receiver made the most of the attention. Entering his second training camp, Cole hasn't skipped a beat this offseason and seems poised to be the Jaguars' third wide receiver this season. He can line up anywhere but may be the best option the Jaguars have in the slot.
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With the offseason program in the rearview mirror, the Jaguars are currently counting down the days until their annual training camp. While the team won't report back to TIAA Bank Field for roughly a month, the group has to feel good about the work it put in during the third and final phase of the offseason program.
Below are five defensive players who stood out during the Phase 3 workouts:
Yannick Ngakoue
The Jaguars are in a good place when it comes to defensive line depth, and despite Calais Campbell's monster first season in Jacksonville, Ngakoue may be the crown jewel of the group. The third-year defensive end was relentless during OTAs and mandatory minicamp, dominating his teammates on the offensive line with his speed and pass rushing moves. He produced several would-be sacks throughout the 13 workouts, as he was regularly in Blake Bortles' face before the quarterback could launch a throw.
Donald Payne
The former small-school safety made a splash early on during OTAs as he filled in at middle linebacker with starter Myles Jack sidelined. Payne produced two interceptions on a pair of Bortles' passes during the OTA workouts and broke up a handful of other attempts from the Jaguars' entire quarterback trio. Payne has been progressing as a linebacker and he may have a shot at the third starting job opposite Jack and Telvin Smith.
Tyler Patmon
The journeyman cornerback was a pass breakup machine during the offseason program. The veteran defensive back filled in for starters A.J. Bouye and Jalen Ramsey while the pair was away from OTAs and shined with the added reps. Patmon's goal of making the Jaguars' roster seemed like a potential uphill climb entering the offseason program but he has now solidified himself as a top-four cornerback on the depth chart.
C.J. Reavis
The young defensive back was the standout of the undrafted bunch during the offseason program. Taking part in third-team drills, Reavis may have earned a promotion entering training camp with two interceptions during the early days of OTAs. At worst, Reavis has made sixth-round rookie quarterback Tanner Lee very aware of his presence.
Cody Davis
The free-agent signee was billed as a stellar special teams player when he was introduced to the Jacksonville media in March. During the early days of OTAs, Davis proved he could be a ball hawk in the secondary as well. While filling in for Tashaun Gipson at free safety, Davis held his own against the first-team offense, displaying impressive athleticism and solid coverage ability. He may now be the favorite for the third safety role.
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