On Saturday of the 2026 NFL combine, the running backs and wide receivers are two of the position groups going through the on-field drills. What’s the level of need at these positions for the Jacksonville Jaguars, and who are some prospects to keep your eyes on?
Let’s start with the level of need at each of those positions for the Jaguars.
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At running back, if Travis Etienne signs elsewhere in free agency, the Jaguars still have Bhayshul Tuten and LeQuint Allen to lead the way here, but depth will be needed with Ja’Quinden Jackson as the only other running back on the roster.
Then, at wide receiver, the Jaguars are positioned well with Brian Thomas Jr., Jakobi Meyers, and Parker Washington at the top of the depth chart, along with Travis Hunter continuing to see snaps on offense while reportedly playing cornerback full-time.
So this position may not be a priority in the draft, but similarly to running back, adding competition to the back end of the depth chart could be on the to-do list for James Gladstone.
Now, which prospects should you be watching on Friday?
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Antonio Williams, WR, Clemson
Williams is listed at 5-11, 190 pounds. He’s been a big part of the Clemson offense the last two seasons, totaling 172 targets during that span, which includes nearly reaching the 1,000-yard mark in 2024.
Williams has caught 15 touchdowns over the last two seasons and was quite good after the catch with the ball in his hands. Most of his snaps have come from the slot.
The Jaguars have reportedly met with Williams at the NFL combine.
Nicholas Singleton, RB, Penn State
Singleton is listed at 6-0, 224 pounds, and is a very experienced back with 625 career carries. He’s also averaged an impressive 5.5 yards per attempt with 45 rushing touchdowns.
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Singleton also has 128 career targets, and that ability to make plays in the passing game from the running back position is an important element to playing the position in Liam Coen’s offense.
Jonah Coleman, RB, Washington
Coleman is another back with experience in the passing game, totaling 109 targets in his four college seasons. He averaged a hefty 9.4 yards per catch as well.
As a ball carrier, Coleman averaged 5.5 yards per attempt, eclipsing the 1,000-yard mark in 2024. He’s also taken care of the football well in his career, with only two lost fumbles.
Not to be overlooked either, but Coleman graded out well in pass protection, according to PFF’s metrics.
This article originally appeared on Jaguars Wire: 2026 NFL combine: 3 draft prospects for Jaguars to watch at RB, WR
















