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Eagles draft possibilities: Evaluating the top 100 prospects using a seven-tier system


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By Sheil Kapadia Apr 11, 2019
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The Eagles enter this year’s draft with seven overall picks, including three in the first two rounds.

With Carson Wentz’s huge payday likely on the horizon, Howie Roseman knows he needs to start stocking the roster with young, affordable talent.

The Athletic’s Dane Brugler has been crushing it with his draft content all offseason. He recently published a seven-round mock draft and previously broke down his top 100 prospects.

As a way of determining which of the top 100 might be of interest to the Eagles, I’ve sorted the group into seven tiers, based on need, scheme fit, positional value and how the team operates. In parentheses after each prospect, I’ve included where Brugler ranks them on his big board and where he has them going in his mock draft.

Tier one: The most likely options at No. 25
If the Eagles stay put in the first round, these are the players I think are most likely to be in the mix.

Clelin Ferrell, DE, Clemson (Overall rank: 15; Projection: First round)

He was a highly productive player, totaling 27 sacks and 50.5 tackles for loss in his last three seasons. The 6-foot-4, 264 pounder is a well-rounded 4-3 defensive end, capable of blowing up run plays and getting after the quarterback. Brandon Graham is 31, Derek Barnett is coming off of a season-ending injury and Chris Long’s future is uncertain. Ferrell plays what the Eagles view as a premium position and would be a fit both in the short term and long term. If this was another year, he likely wouldn’t last until No. 25. But given the defensive line talent in this year’s class, it’s possible.

Cody Ford, OL, Oklahoma (Overall rank: 17; Projection: First round)

He played both left guard and right tackle for the Sooners. NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein compared Ford to Brandon Brooks. Considering that Brooks is coming off a torn Achilles tendon, guard could be a short-term need, and if the Eagles believe Ford (6-foot-4, 329 pounds) can be a quality tackle, he also fits a long-term need. The number one focus for the organization is to maximize Wentz’s potential, and that means investing in the offensive line. If offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland is a fan of Ford’s, and he slips to No. 25, he could be an option.

Josh Jacobs, RB, Alabama (Overall rank: 25; Projection: Second round)

Let’s start with the good. Jacobs (5-foot-10, 220 pounds) was never a workhorse in college and accumulated far fewer carries (251) than some of the other backs in this class. He was plenty productive with 1,491 yards (5.9 YPC) and 16 rushing touchdowns in three seasons. What makes Jacobs most appealing is that he’s an all-around back. He’s a violent runner who looks to inflict punishment on defenders. But he’s also an excellent pass catcher (48 catches for 571 yards). So, what’s the downside? First, there’s a bit of an injury history. Jacobs dealt with a hamstring issue in 2017. He played through an ankle injury last year. And he had a groin injury earlier this offseason. Secondly, while athletic testing is not everything, it’s at least worth noting that Jacobs performed below average, testing in the 18.9 percentile among running backs. And of course, there’s always the question of how much Jacobs benefited from playing with such talented teammates at Alabama. It’s not like he dramatically outperformed fellow Crimson Tide running back Damien Harris. In terms of draft philosophy, selecting a running back late in the first round is much different than picking one in the top five because of the difference in salaries. Overall, Jacobs is a fine prospect who would be a nice scheme fit and could help the Eagles immediately. But there are question marks, and the team may have to determine whether there’s a large gap between him and some of the other guys they could potentially land in the third or fourth rounds.

Marquise Brown, WR, Oklahoma (Overall rank: 32; Projection: Second round)

Many have compared Brown to DeSean Jackson. At 5-foot-9, 166 pounds, the questions about his size and ability to stay on the field are legitimate. On the other hand, he’s one of the most electric players in this year’s class. In the past two seasons, Brown caught 132 balls for 2,413 yards (18.3 yards per reception) and 17 touchdowns. He has elite speed and is an excellent route-runner. Brown tracks the ball beautifully on downfield throws, and he makes defenders look silly with the ball in his hands on shallow crossers and screens. He can line up outside or in the slot. Yes, the Eagles just signed Jackson, but Brown could start out playing multiple spots, provide insurance as a vertical threat and eventually replace Jackson.

Jerry Tillery, DT, Notre Dame (Overall rank: 34; Projection: First round)

His production probably wasn’t quite at the level teams would’ve liked, but Tillery (6-foot-6, 295 pounds) still had seven sacks last season. He moves impressively well for a man his size and plays with a high motor. Analysts have compared him to guys like DeForest Buckner and Chris Jones. The question with Tillery is consistency, but he has big upside. And if he were to realize that potential next to Fletcher Cox, the Eagles would have the most terrifying pair of defensive tackles in the league.

Tier two: The ‘maybe’ options at No. 25
I don’t think these players are as likely to be selected as the players above, but I wouldn’t start running up and down the halls of the NovaCare Complex in shock and disbelief if the Eagles ended up picking them.

D.K. Metcalf, WR, Ole Miss (Overall rank: 15; Projection: First round)

Given his upside, I don’t think Metcalf is going to last until No. 25, but I guess there’s a chance. If he does slip, it could mean that teams have concerns about the neck injury he suffered last season. There are other concerns too. Metcalf tested poorly in agility (change of direction) drills, and he doesn’t have a huge body of work (67 catches for 1,228 yards and 14 touchdowns). But the potential is tantalizing. Metcalf ran a 4.33 40 at the combine, and that speed shows up on the field as he consistently got behind defenders for explosive plays. He’s 6-foot-3, 228 pounds, can make contested catches and presents a challenge for opponents in the red zone. Metcalf is also a special player with the ball in his hands. Despite the poor agility drills, he tested in the 97.5 percentile in athleticism. The good outweighs the bad with Metcalf, and the guess here is that a team will become enamored with his ceiling and take him in the top 20. If he’s available at No. 25, the Eagles will have a fascinating decision to make.

Byron Murphy, CB, Washington (Overall rank: 19; Projection: First round)

He has only 20 college starts under his belt, but Murphy could end up being the first corner off the board. He’s not a size/speed prospect (5-foot-11, 4.55 40), but Murphy is an instinctual, competitive zone corner. He had four interceptions and 13 passes defended last season for the Huskies. The re-signing of Ronald Darby signals that the Eagles may not feel as good about their corner situation as some observers may think. And as The Athletic’s Bo Wulf pointed out, there are long-term question marks at this position. Murphy could be the highest-graded player on the Eagles’ board at No. 25.

Garrett Bradbury, G/C, N.C. State (Overall rank: 24; Projection: First round)

I think he’d be more of an option if the Eagles traded out of the first round, but there could be a scenario where they view Bradbury (6-foot-3, 306 pounds) as the best player available at No. 25. He won the Rimington Trophy as the nation’s best center last season, has tremendous athleticism and could probably play any of the interior offensive line spots in the NFL.

Nasir Adderley, FS, Delaware (Overall rank: 26; Projection: First round)

He’s a free safety with a corner background. That’s the type of profile that defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz covets. Adderley has good range and ball skills. Rodney McLeod is back for 2019, but this could be his last year with the team. Adderley could contribute as a rookie and then project as McLeod’s replacement in 2020.

Rock Ya-Sin, CB, Temple (Overall rank: 27; Projection: First round)

In terms of fit/need, it’s the same deal as Murphy. Ya-Sin (6-foot-0, 192 pounds) is another corner who fits the Schwartz mold. He’s tough, competitive and has excellent ball skills. Ya-Sin could be an option on day two of the draft if no one takes him in the first round.

Dexter Lawrence, DT, Clemson (Overall rank: 30; Projection: First round)

At 6-foot-4, 342 pounds, Lawrence is the definition of a big, strong, powerful man. He can be a dominant, disruptive force against the run but needs to develop as a pass rusher (3.5 sacks in his last two seasons). In today’s NFL, I don’t think it makes a lot of sense to use an early pick on a defensive tackle who can’t make an impact against the pass, but maybe the Eagles see upside, so I’m not ruling Lawrence out completely.

Johnathan Abram, SS, Mississippi State (Overall rank: 37; Projection: Second round)

Abram is more in the Malcolm Jenkins mold than the Rodney McLeod mold. He’s a big hitter who is good against the run and best near the line of scrimmage. The Eagles will have to feel good about his coverage skills and scheme fit to use an early selection on Abram.

Chris Lindstrom, OL, Boston College (Overall rank: 42; Projection: Second round)

There’s a lot to like about Lindstrom (6-foot-4, 308 pounds). He was a four-year starter and has experience playing both tackle and guard. The Eagles don’t seem to put a lot of stock into athletic testing with offensive linemen, but it doesn’t hurt that Lindstrom ranked in the 96.6 percentile. He might be a more likely option in the second round, but hearing his name at No. 25 doesn’t seem out of the question.

Parris Campbell, WR, Ohio State (Overall rank: 43; Projection: First round)

He may be the biggest wild card in this group. Campbell (6-foot-0, 205 pounds) is an elite athlete (99.3 percentile), and he caught 90 balls for 1,063 yards and 12 touchdowns last season. He did most of his damage near the line of scrimmage. The “just get the ball in his hands” description is overused, but it really applies to Campbell. He has a gear (4.31 40 speed) that others can’t reach. Campbell is not a prototypical wide receiver prospect. He worked out of the slot and the backfield at Ohio State. He got the ball on a lot of crossers and screens, showing tremendous elusiveness. Campbell’s success in the NFL will depend largely on finding a coach who knows how to use him. My guess is he will be a favorite target for Doug Pederson.

N’Keal Harry, WR, Arizona State (Overall rank: 48; Projection: Second round)

He’s a little bit in the Alshon Jeffery mold physically. Harry (6-foot-2, 228 pounds) caught 213 passes for 2,889 yards and 22 touchdowns in three seasons at Arizona State. He’s excellent on back-shoulder throws and contested catches. Harry is a plus athlete who can make plays with the ball in his hands. The question at the next level will be whether he can separate and beat man coverage on a consistent basis. Could Harry fit as a big slot receiver as a rookie and eventually replace Jeffery on the outside? That role could be attractive to the Eagles.

Hakeem Butler, WR, Iowa State (Overall rank: 60; Projection: Second round)

He’s one of the more difficult players on this list to slot. Butler (6-foot-5, 227 pounds) is an excellent athlete with a huge catch radius. He caught 60 balls for 1,318 yards (22.0 yards per reception) and nine touchdowns last season. Some analysts have compared him to Plaxico Burress, while The Athletic’s Ted Nguyen sees more of A.J. Green. Butler has great body control to work the sideline and is tough to bring down. He had issues with drops at Iowa State, but the spectacular catches probably made up for those. Butler can play outside or in the slot. He may have the highest upside of any receiver in this class.

Tier three: The trade-up options in round one
This one is self-explanatory. These are the players I could see the Eagles potentially trading up for in the first round.

Ed Oliver, DT, Houston (Overall rank: 5; Projection: First round)

At 6-foot-2, 287 pounds, Oliver won’t fit every scheme. But he’d look great in Schwartz’s one-gap attacking front. Oliver is an athletic marvel (tested in the 99.5 percentile) who totaled 53 tackles for loss in 32 college games. The idea of him teaming up with Cox for years to come might even get Schwartz to crack a smile. But in my opinion, we’re all overthinking this, and Oliver will go off the board in the top 10. However, if he’s still available beyond No. 10, with two second-round picks at their disposal, the Eagles could get aggressive.

Christian Wilkins, DT, Clemson (Overall rank: 7; Projection: First round)

Another gap-penetrating defensive tackle who the Eagles could potentially pair with Cox. Wilkins (6-foot-3, 315 pounds) is bigger than Oliver but not as athletic. He won the William V. Campbell Trophy, also known as the Academic Heisman, and is said to have tremendous intangibles. Wilkins registered 5.5 sacks and 14 tackles for loss last season.

Brian Burns, DE, Florida State (Overall rank: 10; Projection: First round)

He’s a sleeper trade-up option. Burns (6-foot-5, 249 pounds) is an explosive edge defender with great athleticism. He had 10 sacks and 15.5 tackles for loss last season. We’ve already gone over why defensive end is a need for the Eagles. It’s a premium position, and Burns has huge upside. If he falls into the teens, Roseman could try and make a move.

Andre Dillard, OT, Washington State (Overall rank: 11; Projection: First round)

We know the Eagles view tackle as a premium position, and it’s not like there are a bunch of quality options available in the draft. Dillard (6-foot-5, 315 pounds) is described as a strong pass protector and should be able to fit at either right tackle or left tackle. Given how much the team seems to like Jordan Mailata, I’m not sure they’d be aggressive in moving up for a tackle, but it’s possible.

Tier four: The most likely day two options
The Eagles currently have two picks in the second round (Nos. 53 and 57 overall). Of course, that could easily change. They could move up, move back or acquire picks in the third round. Keeping that in mind, here are players whom I could see the Eagles really liking as potential options in the second or third rounds.

DeAndre Baker, CB, Georgia (Overall rank: 31; Projection: Second round)

He’s another tough, feisty corner who seems to be the type of player that Schwartz gravitates toward. Baker (5-foot-11, 193 pounds) ran a 4.52 40 and did not test well athletically, which could cause him to drop to an area in the draft where the Eagles may be willing to pounce.

Jachai Polite, DE, Florida (Overall rank: 33; Projection: Second round)

On film, Polite may be a first-round talent, but he had a disastrous combine. He tested poorly and then pulled out of drills. Polite also said afterward that teams kept “bashing” him during interviews. That instantly made him one of my favorite prospects because, let’s be honest, there are a lot of parts about this process that are really stupid. In terms of production, Polite had 11 sacks, 19.5 tackles for loss and six forced fumbles as a sub-package pass rusher last season. He may not be a well-rounded defensive end, but if he can get after the quarterback, who cares? Polite’s poor combine could work in the Eagles’ favor if they’re able to snag him in the second or third rounds.

Chauncey Gardner-Johnson, DB, Florida (Overall rank: 38; Projection: Second round)

Of all the players in this tier, Gardner-Johnson may rank first in the “guys I think they’ll love” group. He played multiple spots on defense with the Gators and could fit as a nickel, big nickel or free safety with the Eagles. Gardner-Johnson is also said to be a strong leader and a great communicator — he was responsible for getting his Florida defensive teammates lined up and making play calls. If a trade somehow leaves the Eagles with a pick early in the second round, I wouldn’t be surprised if Gardner-Johnson were the target.

A.J. Brown, WR, Ole Miss (Overall rank: 39; Projection: First round)

He was a highly productive college receiver with 189 catches for 2,984 yards and 19 touchdowns in three seasons. Brown (6-foot-1, 226 pounds) projects as a rocked-up slot receiver who is a good route-runner and knows how to get open.

Damien Harris, RB, Alabama (Overall rank: 52; Projection: Third round)

In four years, he piled up 3,070 yards on 477 carries (6.4 YPC). Harris is a fundamentally sound, solid all-around back. He has good vision and balance and can fight through contact. His upside probably isn’t as high as Jacobs’, but would you rather take Harris in the third or Jacobs in the first? The Eagles might be asking themselves that question.

Deebo Samuel, WR, South Carolina (Overall rank: 56; Projection: Second round)

He’s one of my favorite receivers in this year’s class. Samuel had 62 catches for 882 yards and 11 touchdowns last year. He’s a rocked-up 5-foot-11, 214 pounds and plays with a competitive edge. Samuel made some impressive one-handed grabs last year, is really good in traffic, was productive in the red zone and is fun with the ball in his hands. He would fit in immediately as a slot receiver and has the skill set to play on the outside as well.

Devin Singletary, RB, Florida Atlantic (Overall rank: 57; Projection: Third round)

He’s drawn a bunch of LeSean McCoy comparisons and for good reason. Singletary (5-foot-8, 203 pounds) is terrific at making people miss and also consistently fights for yards after contact. Per Brugler, 69.8 percent of his yards came after contact. That topped all other FBS running backs. There are some issues with Singletary that could cause him to drop to day three. One, he had a heavy workload in college (714 carries for 4,287 yards and 66 touchdowns). And two, he tested really poorly (7.8 percentile). Singletary may not have the long speed, but he looks much more athletic on the field than he did at the combine. He would make a lot of sense for the Eagles in the third or fourth round.

Dre’Mont Jones, DT, Ohio State (Overall rank: 58; Projection: Second round)

This draft is loaded with gap-penetrating defensive tackles. Jones (6-foot-3, 281 pounds) is a nice scheme fit, and he had 8.5 sacks to go along with 13 tackles for loss last season.

Chase Winovich, DE, Michigan (Overall rank: 62; Projection: Second round)

He had a productive career, totaling 18.5 sacks and 43 tackles for loss the last three years. Winovich (6-foot-3, 256 pounds) plays with a relentless motor and tested well in the agility drills. He could be a nice pass-rush option in the second round.

Juan Thornhill, FS, Virginia (Overall rank: 63; Projection: Second round)

As mentioned above, Schwartz has a fondness for safeties with corner backgrounds. That’s Thornhill. He can play the deep middle, cover slot receivers and match up with tight ends. He’s 6-foot-0, 205 pounds, has elite athleticism (99.5 percentile) and is said to have great intangibles. Thornhill would make a lot of sense for the Eagles in the second round.

L.J. Collier, EDGE, TCU (Overall rank: 65; Projection: Second round)

Another defensive end option. Collier (6-foot-2, 283 pounds) is not special athletically (9.3 percentile) but had six sacks and 11.5 tackles for loss last season. He would project as a rotational defensive end who could potentially work his way into a starting role.

David Long, CB, Michigan (Overall rank: 68; Projection: Third round)

He wasn’t tested a lot in college but showed good cover skills and plays with an aggressive mentality. I don’t think Schwartz cares too much about athletic testing, but Long finished in the 92.3 percentile for corners. He has the versatility to play inside or outside.

Miles Boykin, WR, Notre Dame (Overall rank: 70; Projection: Third round)

His measurables are tantalizing. Boykin is 6-foot-4 and ran a 4.42 40. He tested in the 99.9 percentile athletically compared to other wide receivers. Boykin has had one year of true production. He registered 59 catches for 872 yards and eight touchdowns last year. Boykin is an outside receiver who can be a legitimate threat in the red zone. His athleticism didn’t always show up on tape, but his tools allow for a high ceiling.

Tytus Howard, OT, Alabama State (Overall rank: 71; Projection: Second round)

The former high school quarterback has played both left and right tackle. Howard (6-foot-5, 322 pounds) would make a lot of sense in the second round for the Eagles.

Darnell Savage, FS, Maryland (Overall rank: 72; Projection: Third round)

Another hybrid defensive back. Savage (5-foot-11, 198 pounds) has the ability to play nickel or free safety and tested well athletically.

David Montgomery, RB, Iowa State (Overall rank: 73; Projection: Third round)

He’s a pro-ready, all-around back who has drawn comparisons to Kareem Hunt. Montgomery (5-foot-10, 222 pounds) looks the part and was a workhorse in college (624 carries, 2,925 yards, 26 touchdowns). He runs with a competitive edge, consistently fighting through contact and breaking tackles. Montgomery lacks great athleticism and ran a 4.63 40. But he seems to have a natural feel for how to play the position. As a receiver, he caught 71 balls for 582 yards in three seasons. He seems like he’d be the kind of player that coaches would love, and Montgomery could come in and instantly be the Eagles’ starting running back.

Darrell Henderson, RB, Memphis (Overall rank: No. 77; Projection: Third round)

Henderson (5-foot-8, 208 pounds) is a big-play threat every time he touches the ball. He picked up 10 yards or more on 25.7 percent of his carries last year, tops among running back prospects. During his college career, Henderson carried 431 times for 3,545 yards (8.2 YPC) and 36 touchdowns. He showed a lot of potential as a receiver with 63 catches for 758 yards. Henderson has drawn comparisons to Tevin Coleman. When he gets out in the open field, defenders rarely catch him. Henderson might not be a foundational back like Montgomery, but he can add a valuable big-play element to an offense.

Miles Sanders, RB, Penn State (Overall: 79; Projection: Third round)

He seems to be generating more buzz now than he did earlier in the pre-draft process. Greg Cosell of NFL Films made the argument that Sanders (5-foot-11, 211 pounds) may be the second best running back in this class behind Jacobs. Last year, with Saquon Barkley in the NFL, Sanders carried 220 times for 1,274 yards (5.8 YPC). He had a good combine, slotting in the 72.9 percentile for running backs. Sanders is not a burner, but he can make people miss, has good lateral agility and can fight through contact. Sanders doesn’t have the body of work of some of the other backs on this list, but he has the tools to be a three-down back in the NFL.

Khalen Saunders, DT, Western Illinois (Overall rank: 83; Projection: Fourth round)

If the Eagles don’t come away with a defensive tackle in the first couple rounds, Saunders could be a nice backup plan. He’s an athletic, gap-penetrating defensive tackle who would fit Schwartz’s scheme nicely.

Sean Bunting, CB, Central Michigan (Overall rank: 84; Projection: Second round)

There’s a lot to like about Bunting. The 6-foot, 195 pounder tested in the 94.7 percentile. It’s not just measurables though. He’s a tough, feisty cornerback. Bunting may not be a finished product, but his upside will be attractive to teams on day two.

Oshane Ximines, DE, Old Dominion (Overall rank: 89; Projection: Fourth round)

Ximines (6-foot-4, 253 pounds) did not test well athletically but showed he can be an effective speed rusher off the edge last year with 11.5 sacks. The Eagles reportedly had him in for an official visit.

JJ Arcega-Whiteside, WR, Stanford (Overall rank: 90; Projection: Third round)

There are a lot of receivers in this class adept at making contested catches, but Arcega-Whiteside (6-foot-2, 225 pounds) may know how to use his body better than any of them. He consistently boxed out defensive backs, won jump balls and made plays in the red zone. Arcega-Whiteside takes advantage of his big frame to shield defenders on slants and brings toughness and physicality on an every-down basis.

Trysten Hill, DT, UCF (Overall rank: 91; Projection: Third round)

He’s a one-gap defensive tackle who had 10.5 tackles for loss last season. Hill (6-foot-3, 308 pounds) had just six sacks in 33 college games and needs to improve as a pass rusher. But the Eagles are thin at defensive tackle, and he’s a scheme fit.

Justice Hill, RB, Oklahoma State (Overall rank: 92; Projection: Fifth round)

He had a heavy workload in college (632 carries for 3,539 yards, 5.6 YPC) but probably projects as a change-of-pace back and maybe a third-down back in the NFL. Hill (5-foot-10, 198 pounds) is shifty, fast and tested well athletically. Evaluating him as a pass catcher requires a projection, considering Hill had just 13 receptions last season.

Tier five: The ‘maybe’ day two options
These players don’t seem as likely as the guys in the previous section but still could make sense for the Eagles in the second or third rounds.

Jeffery Simmons, DT, Mississippi State (Overall rank: 20; Projection: First round)

From a scheme-fit perspective, Simmons makes plenty of sense. Daniel Jeremiah of NFL.com compared him to Cox. Simmons is a one-gap defensive tackle who posted 30 tackles for loss in the past two seasons. But there are red flags. Before his time on campus, Simmons was involved in an incident where he punched a woman. Meanwhile, he tore his ACL in February, so whichever team drafts him can’t expect much of an impact in year one. Given the defensive line talent in the draft, it would seem unwise to risk an early pick on Simmons, but maybe the Eagles would feel differently.

Taylor Rapp, SS, Washington (Overall rank: 29; Projection: Second round)

He’s one of the more fascinating players in this tier. From a film perspective, there’s a lot to like. Rapp has tremendous instincts and a diverse skill set, with the ability to blitz, play the run and match up with tight ends. He had four sacks, five tackles for loss and two interceptions last season. The question is scheme fit. He’s not a safety who’s going to play the deep middle, and he ran ran a 4.78 40 at his pro day. He’d immediately fit nicely as a third safety if the Eagles are committed to playing more dime, and he could eventually transition into a starting role.

Greg Little, LT, Ole Miss (Overall rank: 36; Projection: Second round)

As mentioned previously, adding young talent to the offensive line is always a priority. Little (6-foot-5, 310 pounds) is considered one of the better left tackle prospects in this draft. If Stoutland likes his makeup, Little could be an option.

Erik McCoy, G/C, Texas A&M (Overall rank: 40; Projection: First round)

He held up well against tough competition, served as a team captain and has positional versatility with the ability to play either guard or center. Those factors will likely make McCoy (6-foot-4, 303 pounds) appealing to the Eagles.

Elgton Jenkins, OL, Mississippi State (Overall rank: 44; Projection: Second round)

He may not have the ceiling of some of the other offensive line prospects in this class, but Jenkins (6-foot-5, 310 pounds) is another versatile option. He started games at center, left guard, left tackle and right tackle during his career with the Bulldogs.

Deionte Thompson, FS, Alabama (Overall rank: 46; Projection: Second round)

He was just a one-year starter, but Thompson (6-foot-0, 195 pounds) is a true free safety prospect who’s expected to go off the board on day two.

Kelvin Harmon, WR, N.C. State (Overall rank: 47; Projection: Third round)

Another highly productive college receiver. Harmon had 177 catches for 2,665 yards and 16 touchdowns in three seasons. He’s a big-bodied option (6-foot-3, 221 pounds) who has a big catch radius and can win on 50/50 balls. Harmon is below average athletically and ran a 4.61 40. He would likely project as a potential Jeffery replacement down the line.

Jaylon Ferguson, DE, Louisiana Tech (Overall rank: 49; Projection: Second round)

In some ways, he’s the opposite of a few of the first-round prospects. Ferguson was highly productive in college (45 sacks), but critics question whether he has the athleticism/bend to be a prolific edge rusher in the NFL. In the Eagles’ scheme, Ferguson (6-foot-5, 271 pounds) would likely project as a rotational defensive end with starter upside.

Mack Wilson, LB, Alabama (Overall rank: 51; Projection: Second round)

I think the Eagles would have to be in love with a linebacker to use a second-round pick on the position. Perhaps Wilson (6-foot-1, 240 pounds) could be that guy. Brugler describes him as an inconsistent version of Colts standout Darius Leonard with the upside to be a three-down player.

Dalton Risner, OL, Kansas State (Overall rank: 53; Projection: Second round)

You may sense a versatility theme with the offensive line prospects I have listed. Risner (6-foot-5, 312 pounds) was a four-year starter and a three-year captain. He began his career as a center before moving to right tackle, and guard could be his best fit in the NFL.

Riley Ridley, WR, Georgia (Overall rank: 54; Projection: Third round)

He didn’t have nearly the production (69 catches for 1,015 yards in three seasons) as some of the other receivers in this class, making him more of a projection. But Ridley (6-foot-1, 199 pounds) is a physical possession receiver and a good route-runner. He lined up on the outside and showed excellent feet and body control near the sideline. Ridley doesn’t offer much after the catch and did not test well athletically, but he could offer value in the third round.

Julian Love, CB, Notre Dame (Overall rank: 55; Projection: Third round)

He’s not a size/speed corner (5-foot-11 and 4.54 40), but those things don’t seem to matter too much to Schwartz. Love set a Notre Dame record with 44 passes defended and is described as a DB with great instincts and a high football IQ who is good against the run. He probably projects best as a nickel in the NFL.

Joejuan Williams, CB, Vanderbilt (Overall rank: 59; Projection: Second round)

He would be a corner option in the Rasul Douglas mold. The 6-foot-4 Williams is described as having an aggressive play personality. He ran just a 4.64 40 and is not a finished product but could offer some upside long term.

Kaleb McGary, OL, Washington (Overall rank: 61; Projection: Second round)

At 6-foot-7, McGary is a right tackle prospect whose strength is as a run blocker and who plays with a nasty streak. He could be an option to slide inside and play guard (yes, he’s very tall but so is Matt Pryor and the Eagles have given him reps there).

Amani Hooker, SS, Iowa (Overall rank: 64; Projection: Third round)

Considered to have a high football IQ, Hooker (5-foot-11, 210 pounds) is a strong safety who could begin his NFL career as a sub-package player and potentially take over as a starter down the road.

Jahlani Tavai, LB, Hawaii (Overall rank: 67; Projection: Second round)

He has the potential to be a versatile three-down linebacker. Per Brugler, Tavai averaged 10.3 tackles per game the last two seasons.

Andy Isabella, WR, UMass (Overall rank: 74; Projection: Second round)

He caught 102 balls for 1,698 yards and 13 touchdowns last season. At 5-foot-9 and 188 pounds, there will be questions about whether Isabella can get off press coverage and be an outside receiver in the NFL. He ran a 4.35 40 and may be better suited as a vertical threat out of the slot.

Zach Allen, DE, Boston College (Overall rank: 75; Projection: Third round)

He had a productive college career with 16.5 sacks and 40.5 tackles for loss in the last three seasons. Allen (6-foot-4, 281 pounds) tested well athletically and has the versatility to swing inside in sub packages.

Max Scharping, OT, Northern Illinois (Overall rank: 81; Projection: Third round)

Scharping (6-foot-6, 327 pounds) made starts at left tackle, right tackle and right guard in college. Another versatile possibility for the Eagles on day two.

Mecole Hardman, WR, Georgia (Overall rank: 95; Projection: Third round)

Coaches moved him from defensive back to wide receiver in 2017 so Hardman is still raw and inexperienced. He had 60 catches for 961 yards and 11 touchdowns in two seasons at receiver. So why would he go off the board on day two? Well, Hardman ran a 4.33 40 and brings value as an explosive returner. If a team believes in his upside as a slot receiver down the road, he could fill multiple roles.

Tier six: Maybe on day three
There are players whom Brugler has in his top 100, but I see them more as day three (rounds four through seven) possibilities for the Eagles.

Germaine Pratt, LB, N.C. State (Overall rank: 66; Projection: Third round)

He’s a former safety who transitioned to linebacker and averaged 9.5 tackles per game last season. Linebacker is a need position for the Eagles. Pratt could be an option, especially if he makes it to day three.

Connor McGovern, G/C, Penn State (Overall rank: 78; Projection: Third round)

McGovern (6-foot-5, 308 pounds) was a three-year starter and has experience playing both guard and center. NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein compared him to Rodger Saffold.

Christian Miller, DE, Alabama (Overall rank: 80; Projection: Fourth round)

Miller (6-foot-3, 247 pounds) had eight sacks and 11 tackles for loss last season. He fought through some injuries during his college career and may project as a sub-package pass rusher.

Dru Samia, G/T, Oklahoma (Overall rank: 86; Projection: Third round)

Samia (6-foot-5, 305 pounds) is a mid-to-late round option who has experience playing right guard and right tackle.

Renell Wren, DT, Arizona State (Overall rank: 87; Projection: Third round)

Overall, he doesn’t quite fit the mold of what the Eagles have looked for in recent years in terms of college production. Wren (6-foot-5, 318 pounds) had just three sacks in 29 collegiate games. But some team will bank on his athleticism and be enamored with his upside. The gamble on Wren: Can be a better pro than he was a college player?

Emanuel Hall, WR, Missouri (Overall rank: 93; Projection: Fourth round)

This one’s probably a bit of a longshot. Hall (6-foot-2, 201 pounds) dealt with some injuries at Missouri and is purely a vertical threat. But he can fly. Hall ran a 4.39 40 and averaged 20.8 yards per reception on 97 catches during his three college seasons.

Blake Cashman, LB, Minnesota (Overall rank: 97; Projection: Fourth round)

He’s an instinctual linebacker who had 104 tackles last season and can hold up in coverage. Cashman (6-foot-1, 237 pounds) could be a special teams player with starter upside.

Isaiah Buggs, DT, Alabama (Overall rank: 98; Projection: Fifth round)

Buggs had 9.5 sacks and 13.5 tackles for loss last season. He tested horribly (1.8 percentile) but could interest the Eagles as a gap-penetrating DT with some pass-rush upside.

Darius Slayton, WR, Auburn (Overall rank: 100; Projection: Fifth round)

He ran a 4.39 40 at 6-foot-1, 190 pounds. Slayton averaged 20.3 yards per reception on 79 catches.

Tier seven: Not seeing it
These are players whom I can’t see landing with the Eagles for various reasons: Maybe it’s that they will go off the board early. Or the positional need (quarterback, tight end) is not there. Or they don’t seem like a scheme fit. Because I don’t view them as options, I’m not going to write up descriptions. But if you have a question about why a specific prospect is in this group, leave it in the comments and I’ll respond.

Nick Bosa, DE, Ohio State

Quinnen Williams, DT, Alabama

Josh Allen, DE, Kentucky

Jonah Williams, OL, Alabama

Montez Sweat, DE, Mississippi St.

Rashan Gary, DE, Michigan

Jawaan Taylor, OT, Florida

T.J. Hockenson, TE, Iowa

Devin Bush, LB, Michigan

Devin White, LB, LSU

Dwayne Haskins, QB, Ohio State

Kyler Murray, QB, Oklahoma

Greedy Williams, CB, LSU

Justin Layne, CB, Michigan State

Noah Fant, TE, Iowa

Irv Smith Jr., TE, Alabama

Drew Lock, QB, Missouri

D’Andre Walker, EDGE, Georgia

Daniel Jones, QB, Duke

Anthony Nelson, DE, Iowa

Jacob Sternberger, TE, Texas A&M

Saivion Smith, CB, Alabama

Trayvon Mullen, CB, Clemson

Te’von Coney, LB, Notre Dame

Jamel Dean, CB, Auburn

Kahale Warring, TE, San Diego State

Vosean Joseph, LB, Florida

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Hopefully he drops out of the top 10.. can play either tackle spot along with guard




Couple other options



 
If you use Google Calendar, you can add the Eagles calendar. It puts entries for all the games on your calendar, and if there are changes (games moved for TV, etc), the entries are automatically updated. Also, during and after games, the entry is updated with the score.

To add it by browsing Google Calendar (calendar.google.com): on the left side, near the bottom you'll see "Other Calendars". Hit the plus sign, and select "Browse Calendars of Interest". Select "Football" and then "NFL" and scroll down to check the Eagles box.
 
Rewatching the Bears game ...i don’t realistically see how you can justify sitting any of Maddox, Leblanc or Douglas.

Maybe Douglas is trade bait ? Darby is starting and i know they want Sid on the field ..

I’m not even going to mention Mills and get my blood pressure up
 
I’d see what market is for Sid and mills

And then have sul learn multiple spots, especially deep safety
 
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