Eagles GM Howie Roseman hinted at prioritizing offense in the 2026 NFL Draft in his most recent presser, so I did as well. This is an Eagles-centric draft, with premium positions early, focused on rebuilding the offensive line, adding pass catchers, and taking a couple of swings late. As Howie has stated, Philadelphia is looking for starters throughout the draft; they can find depth later.
McCoy is an outside corner with the size, length, and ball skills every team covets. He would give the Eagles a long-term answer to play opposite Quinyon Mitchell, while stabilizing the Eagles' ‘No Fly Zone’ with a young and athletic addition. Jermod is worth the extra draft capital it would take to move up for, and with the recent success in developing defensive backs, it is an investment likely to pay immediate dividends. Cooper DeJean, Mitchell, and McCoy would be the most feared trio in the game.
Iheanachor is a big-framed, powerful tackle who has yet to reach his ceiling. His development would allow him to be a swing tackle early, with starter upside in the near future. He may be available on Day 2, but he exudes Day 1 traits. If Lane Johnson returns, he will have the opportunity to learn from one of the best to ever do it while also serving as a capable backup if needed. Drafting Iheanachor is a classic Eagles trench pick, and one that allows Philadelphia to stay ahead of the offensive line attrition.
Stowers has shown he can be an offensive force by lining up anywhere on the field and being utilized as an offensive chess piece. He has a lot of receiving juice and can stress a defense from week one in that regard. The Birds need to restock their tight end room, and Stowers is a perfect player to build their new look group around.
Malachi has the speed, physicality, and vertical ability to be a starting wide receiver in the National Football League. Philadelphia tends to draft WRs with traits and developmental upside rather than finished projects in the high rounds. Fields checks off all of those boxes. This is another pick geared towards the present and the future.
The Eagles love to rotate pass disruptors in the game, and Kamara's nonstop motor, strength, and explosive first step fit that mold. His technique and low pad level allow him to win in more ways than just via speed. He also uses his combative hands to beat tackles and shed blocks. During his time at JMU and Indiana, he has shown that he can set the edge and funnel ball carriers back inside, where Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis eat. He is a perfect rotational pass-rusher at this spot because they aren’t reaching.
Yes, I am investing in the offensive line again, and I would be surprised if the Eagles don't as well. Campbell is a strong, versatile lineman who also shows fight and nastiness at the OL position. He fits the mold and traits of the type of interior lineman that Stoutland loves to develop.
A cerebral defender who diagnoses routes pre-snap and reads the quarterback’s eyes as well as anyone in his class. His anticipation allows him to disrupt passing lanes. He has displayed good ball skills and is not just a tackler, but also a safety who can make plays on the ball. He gets downhill well, is versatile, and can contribute on special teams in year one.
Koziol gives the Eagles a player at a position of need with developmental upside. At this stage of the draft, a dart throw at any position is worth taking on a player who has the skill set that could be harnessed into a starter long-term. He is a big body, 6'7", with a wide wingspan and a potential mismatch nightmare. His blocking chops aren’t bad either.
I focused on drafting a shutdown corner to stop the one-year rentals opposite Quinyon Mitchell, and was willing to move up to make it happen. I also addressed the trenches to re-stock athletes that Jeff Stoutland can mold, a couple of pass catchers to stress defenses, and players with the traits and potential who have long-term upside and starter potential, which aligns with what Howie Roseman and the Eagles have stated is their goal in the later rounds.
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