3 Standout DTs From Combine for Jaguars to Keep Eyes On

Caleb Banks, DeMonte Capehart, and Gracen Halton impressed at the NFL Scouting Combine

Feb. 28, 2026 at 11:08am

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The NFL Scouting Combine is a key event for teams to evaluate top prospects, and the Jacksonville Jaguars have identified three standout defensive tackles they should keep an eye on: Caleb Banks from Florida, DeMonte Capehart from Clemson, and Gracen Halton. While Banks may be a long shot, Capehart and Halton could be intriguing Day 3 options to bolster the Jaguars' defensive line.

Why it matters

The Jaguars had an elite run defense in 2025 but lacked consistent interior pass rush. Finding young, athletic defensive tackles in the draft could help shore up that weakness and improve the overall defensive line.

The details

Caleb Banks, the Florida Gators standout, impressed with his size (336 lbs) and athleticism, recording a 32-inch vertical and 9'6" broad jump. However, he may be out of reach for the Jaguars at pick #56. DeMonte Capehart from Clemson is an older prospect but showed explosiveness with the 4th-best 40-yard dash and 3rd-best vertical among DTs. Gracen Halton, an undersized but athletic tackle, had the best vertical (36.5") and other top testing numbers among DTs, making him an intriguing Day 3 option.

  • The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine took place in late February 2026.

The players

Caleb Banks

A standout defensive tackle prospect from the University of Florida, known for his size (336 lbs) and athleticism.

DeMonte Capehart

A defensive tackle prospect from Clemson University, an older player (over 50 games played) who showed explosiveness at the Combine.

Gracen Halton

An undersized but athletic defensive tackle prospect who impressed with his testing numbers at the Combine, including the best vertical jump among all DTs.

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What they’re saying

“Perhaps my favorite defensive tackle in the draft, it seems highly unlikely the Jaguars would be able to land Florida Gators stud Caleb Banks at No. 56.”

— John Shipley, Author

The takeaway

The Jaguars have identified three intriguing defensive tackle prospects from the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine who could help bolster their defensive line, even if the top option (Caleb Banks) may be out of reach. Capehart and Halton, in particular, present potential Day 3 value as athletic run-stuffers and pass-rushers to complement the team's existing defensive line.