Report: Former Texas A&M star Christian Kirk lands huge deal with new NFL team
The Jaguars are making huge moves to surround star quarterback Trevor Lawrence with talent. On Monday, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero revealed Jacksonville is bringing former Texas A&M star wide receiver Christian Kirk to the franchise.
“The #Jaguars aren’t done. They are expected to sign former #AZCardinals WR Christian Kirk to a large deal, per me and @TomPelissero,” tweeted Rapoport.
A second round selection in the 2018 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals, Kirk never materialized into the star wide receiver the franchise expected. Still, Kirk is a former five-star prospect per On3 Consensus — Jacksonville is betting on his talent.
During his three seasons with the Aggies, Kirk accumulated 234 receptions, 2,856 receiving yards and 26 touchdowns. In four seasons with the Cardinals, the former Texas A&M star amassed 236 receptions, 2,902 receiving yards and 17 touchdowns.
Now, Christian Kirk will be tasked with helping Trevor Lawrence ascend to the heights he’s expected. The duo will have dreams of capturing AFC South titles for seasons to come.
Jaguars sign offensive lineman, opening up possibility of Aidan Hutchinson NFL Draft selection
Moreover, entering the offseason, the Jacksonville Jaguars had a plethora of needs throughout the entirety of the roster. One of the most glaring needs was on the offensive line. Jacksonville needs to protect star quarterback Trevor Lawrence. That’s why most NFL mock drafts had the Jaguars taking Evan Neal or Ikem Ekwonu with the first overall pick. But with the Jaguars recent moves in free agency, Michigan edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson could be a realistic option with the first pick.
First, the Jaguars franchise tagged left tackle Cam Robinson, who Jacksonville selected in the second round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Robinson has started 61 games over the past five years. He was set to hit free agency before being tagged. On Monday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that the Jaguars are expected to sign offensive lineman Brandon Scherff.
Scherff was selected by Washington with the fifth overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft. The five-time Pro Bowler and one-time All-Pro has been with Washington ever since. While Scherff has dealt with injuries throughout his career, he will provide an immediate and massive upgrade on the Jaguars offensive line.
The addition of Scherff, paired with the retention of Robinson, open up the very real possibility that Hutchinson is the first overall pick when the NFL Draft gets underway in late April.