On Saturday at the 2026 NFL Combine, running backs and wide receivers were the two position groups that practiced on the field. How in-demand are these positions with the Jacksonville Jaguars? Which emerging talents can you keep an eye on?
Let’s start with the level of need at each position for the Jaguars.
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At running back, the Jaguars still have Bashur Totem and LeQuonte Allen to lead the way if Travis Etienne signs other players in free agency, but depth is needed and JaQuondon Jackson is the only other running back on the roster.
Then, at wide receiver, the Jaguars are in good position with Brian Thomas Jr., Jakobi Meyers and Parker Washington atop the depth chart, with Travis Hunter reportedly continuing to excel on offense while moving to cornerback full time.
As such, the position may not be a priority in the draft, but similar to running back, adding competition at the back end of the depth chart could be on James Gladstone’s to-do list.
Now, which prospects should you be focusing on on Friday?
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Antonio Williams, wide receiver, Clemson
Williams is listed at 5-11, 190 pounds. He has been a vital part of Clemson’s offense the past two seasons, catching a total of 172 targets in that span, including nearly hitting the 1,000-yard mark in 2024.
Williams has caught 15 touchdown passes in the past two seasons and has performed quite well after receiving the ball. Most of his snaps came from slot machines.
The Jaguars have reportedly met with Williams at the NFL combine.
Nicholas Singleton, running back, Penn State
Singleton, 6-0, 224 pounds, is a veteran back with 625 career rushes. He averaged 5.5 yards per carry and rushed for an impressive 45 touchdowns.
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Singleton also has 128 career targets, and the ability to throw the ball at running back is a huge factor in playing the position in Liam Cohen’s offense.
Jonah Coleman, RB, Washington
Coleman is another defender with extensive experience in the passing game, having totaled 109 field goals in four seasons in college. He averaged 9.4 yards per catch.
As a ball carrier, Coleman averaged 5.5 yards per attempt and surpassed the 1,000-yard mark in 2024. He has also taken care of the football well during his career, only having two fumbles.
It’s also not to be ignored that Coleman excels in pass protection according to PFF’s metrics.
This article originally appeared on Jaguars Wire: 2026 NFL Combine: Jaguars’ 3 draft prospects at RB, WR
