With the 23rd pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the Jacksonville Jaguars select Brian Thomas Jr., wide receiver, LSU.
Process
Six quarterbacks were taken in the first 12 picks -- and an offensive player was selected with each of the first 10 picks for the first time in draft history -- which opened the door for top-tier defensive prospects to fall.
With no cornerback selected through the 16th pick, Jacksonville opted to make a trade with the Minnesota Vikings, who moved up to select Alabama’s Dallas Turner. The Jaguars “won” the transaction (17th overall for 23rd overall, 167th overall, and a 3rd and 4th round pick next year) according to whichever trade value chart you prefer.