The Jacksonville Jaguars added to an already stout defense by drafting Florida's Taven Bryan with the 29th overall pick in the first round of the NFL draft Thursday night.
Selecting Bryan had more to do with potential than production.
The defensive tackle had 67 tackles
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He really played well down the stretch, showing a quick first step and the ability to disrupt offenses. Although he never took over a game
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Jaguars top executive Tom Coughlin said Bryan has energy and enthusiasm to go along with play-making ability.
"He's powerful," Coughlin said. "He gets off on the snap. He can cause problems."
The Jaguars believe Bryan is just getting started, too.
