5 Reasons the Jaguars shouldn't be overlooked in 2017 

For a decade, the Jags have dominated the bottommost ranks of the NFL. However, they have come into 2017 firing on all cylinders most recently with a massive 37 point win over a solid Ravens team. Due to 3 solid past drafts and the signing of impactful free agents, the 2017 Jaguars are a team to take notice of.

Run Game

Lenord Fournette at the 2017 NFL Draft

The Jaguars selected Lenord Fournette with the number 4 overall pick in the 2017 NFL draft. It has been clear to see his impact has immediately been felt. In the first 3 games of the NFL season, he has accumulated 199 rushing yards, 66 receiving yards and scored a touchdown in each game for a total of three. With the Jaguars newfound run game, Blake Bortles has much more time in the pocket then he's ever had before opening up new possibilities for this Jaguars offense.

A new and improved Blake Bortles

A commanding Blake Bortles of the Jacksonville Jaguars

With the Jaguars running game proving successful Blake Bortes now has time like he's never had before to make plays from the pocket. Not only this but after a few years in the league (drafted 3rd overall in 2014), he has finally been able to grow and develop into one of the leaders on the offense. His stats speak for themselves - 592 passing yards, 6 TDs, and a QbRAT of 93.8. He has finally started to become all of what Jacksonville expected him to be.

Defense

Jaylen Ramsey a leader on the Jags defense

The 2017 Jags defense is filled with new acquisitions and big names. A totally revamped defense line including Calais Campell has finally been able to put opposing Qb's under pressure. Jaylen Ramsey is finally injury free and playing some of the best football of his career, not only are individuals stepping up but the defense is playing as a unit looking comfortable with many different sets and formations.

Team Unity

Jacksonville players lock arms in a symbol of unity during the anthem

The Jacksonville Jaguars are one of the closest teams in the NFL. You rarely hear of any locker room disputes from the organization. This team is old school in the sense they conduct business behind the doors of the locker room and not through social media or press release statements. From the Jaguars you get a true sense of unity and everyone knows are well built close-knit team will beat a group of individuals any day.

Coaching staff

The Jaguars finally have a coaching staff that compliments the youth and talent they have on their roster. Head coach Doug Marrone has already made an impact along with Offensive Coordinator Nathan Hackett and Defensive Coordinator Todd Walsh. This trio has rebuilt both the offensive and defensive schemes and both have proved vastly more successful than past years.