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2019 NFL Draft: Complete two-round mock for every team, New Year’s Day version

By Peter Panacy

ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 26: A video board displays the text "THE PICK IS IN" for the Denver Broncos during the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft at AT&T Stadium on April 26, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 26: A video board displays the text "THE PICK IS IN" for the Denver Broncos during the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft at AT&T Stadium on April 26, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) /
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – DECEMBER 01: Dwayne Haskins Jr. #7 of the Ohio State Buckeyes throws a pass down field in the game against the Northwestern Wildcats in the second quarter at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 01, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – DECEMBER 01: Dwayne Haskins Jr. #7 of the Ohio State Buckeyes throws a pass down field in the game against the Northwestern Wildcats in the second quarter at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 01, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /

52. . Quarterback. Ohio State. Dwayne Haskins. 7. player

The Jacksonville Jaguars have to be thrilled the Giants passed on Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins at No. 6 overall. And that gives the Jags a clear path to find their long-term replacement for the officially bust-rated Blake Bortles.

It’s about time Jacksonville gave up on Bortles, isn’t it?

Bortles’ contract likely prevents him from being jettisoned this offseason, which means Jacksonville won’t be pressed into starting Haskins right away. The would-be rookie could easily secure the starting job, but it isn’t a necessity.

The Jaguars’ playoff window is still open despite the rough 2018 campaign. So, the sooner Haskins rises to the occasion, the better.