NFL Two-A-Days: Jacksonville Jaguars 2010 Season Preview

Before I start, I'd like to remind you that this series will run through this Monday. Tomorrow, I start my freshman year of high school, so each day both previews will come after 3:00.

This idea originated from ESPN's Mike & Mike. Same format, my answers. I will now preview the Jacksonville Jaguars.

1. Have we already seen the best from QB David Garrard?

David Garrard might be on his last legs as a starting QB in the NFL. However, if you take a look at what's around him, there is not much. Maurice Jones-Drew is the best weapon he has, but he is a running back. When has David Garrard ever had a legit No. 1 wide receiver? Jimmy Smith, I guess. The problem is that Smith retired, and nobody has replaced him yet. Garrard needs help before I can say he isn't the guy. 

2. Can the Jaguars make the team's passing attack more formidable?

This is the problem. Mike Sims-Walker broke out last season and is supposed to be the No. 1 wideout. In the past, he has been very injury prone, playing just 24 games since 2007. Troy Williamson is pure speed, no hands. Mike Thomas has accrued good yards after the catch and is also a good kick and punt returner, but not a No. 1 guy. Jarrett Dillard and Tiquan Underwood are very unproven to this point. The Jags still need a No. 1 target.

3. Can former Packer DE Aaron Kampman revive the pass rush (NFL-low 14 sacks in 2009)?

He's coming off a season-ending knee injury, which brings a lot of questions. Is he healthy? Derrick Harvey had 5.5 sacks in 2009; that doesn't scream top 10 pick to me. Tyson Alualu was a reach, but he is a relentless pass rusher and run stuffer. Terrance Knighton is emerging, but isn't a pass rusher.

The pass rush will improve, but not as much as it needs too.

4. Is time finally running out for coach Jack Del Rio?

Believe it or not, Del Rio actually has a winning record (57-55).  He needs a new start. Since Mike Smith left for the Falcons, this defense has really suffered. It makes you wonder who the brains behind that once great defense really was. Call me a Falcons homer, but I'm starting to think it was Mike Smith. Jack Del Rio needs a few years as a defensive coordinator before stepping into a head coaching job with a team committed to winning.

5. Record?

4-12, last in the AFC South.