Jaguars select Wesley Williams from Duke in fourth round of NFL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 4:17 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The Jacksonville Jaguars have selected Wesley Williams, a defensive end from Duke, with the No. 119 overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Williams, known for his high motor and leadership as a team captain, boasts an impressive academic record, maintaining a 4.2 GPA in high school and earning Academic All-ACC honors in college. He was a standout in high school with 105 tackles, 32 tackles for loss, and 13.5 sacks, becoming Battlefield High School's first-ever NFL Draft selection. Additionally, Williams has a track record as a special teams disruptor, having blocked five kicks during his college career. He joins a Jaguars team focused on enhancing performance across all areas of play.
- •Wesley Williams drafted No. 119 overall by Jaguars
- •Known for leadership and high motor on the field
- •Maintained 4.2 GPA in high school and excelled academically at Duke
- •Notable high school stats include 105 tackles and 13.5 sacks
- •Blocked five kicks during college career, enhancing special teams aspect
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