Jacksonville Jaguars: 7-Round 2019 NFL mock draft with monster trades

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SYRACUSE, NY – SEPTEMBER 22: David Pindell #5 of the Connecticut Huskies runs with the ball while being tackled by Alton Robinson (back) and Chris Slayton #95 of the Syracuse Orange during the first quarter at the Carrier Dome on September 22, 2018 in Syracuse, New York. Syracuse defeated Connecticut 51-21. (Photo by Rich Barnes/Getty Images) /

Round 6: Chris Slayton, DT, Syracuse

In the sixth round, Jacksonville selects a defensive tackle. Marcell Dareus and Calais Campbell are great role models for the young Jaguars defensive linemen. Chris Slayton gets the nod as the next great run stopper of Duval County.

Slayton had good numbers at the NFL Combine, starting with his measurements as he stood 6-4, weighing 307 pounds. He benched pressed 225 pounds 28 times and ran a 5.13-second 40-yard dash.

The Syracuse product will probably find a spot on the practice squad. Last season’s sixth round pick, Tanner Lee, was a practice squad guy all season long. Slayton will definitely need time to grow into a NFL starter.

Zierlein of NFL.com gives this overview into Slayton’s abilities:

"Picturesque 3-technique with desired frame and initial quickness to make a roster, but an alarming lack of production relative to his traits. Slayton’s tape shows a player who doesn’t rev the motor hot enough to finish what he starts which has to change on the next level. If he learns to convert his early advantages into sustains and then finishes, he could become a much better player …"

Slayton has the tools but needs to refine them. He will have to impress the coaches early and often in camp. There’s one selection left to make.

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