Eagles Surround Hurts With Talent In 7 Round Mock Draft
The Carson Wentz era is officially over in Philadelphia, as the 28 year old QB was traded to the Indianapolis Colts last week in return for a third rounder this year and a conditional second (that could end up a first) in next years draft. Now with Jalen Hurts the current QB1 under new head coach Nick Sirianni, Howie Roseman will be faced with a tough draft this offseason, and will need to hit on more picks than not if he hopes to turn this team around. Here’s a 7 round mock draft where I try to predict Howie’s moves.
Round 1 / Pick 6 : DeVonta Smith, WR Alabama
No, the Eagles won’t pick a QB here, Howie Roseman simply has too much on the line to completely invalidate his pick of Jalen Hurts in the second round last year. If the Eagles drafted a QB then they would almost certainly end upa attempting to trade Hurts, but without a full season under his belt theres no way the Eagles can trade him for anything near a second round pick to even out the value lost and value gained, and even if you could get a second that means you gained nothing while also driving Carson WEntz out of town. Instead, I have the birds taking a Heisman Trophy Winner that used to catch passes from Hurts.
Round 2 / Pick 37 : Jalen Mayfield, OT Michigan
The Eagles already have a trio of talented Offensive Tackles in Lane Johnsons, Jordan Mailata, and Andre Dillard yet I could easily see Howie Roseman sticking to his “build from the trenches” mentality and drafting who I believe will be the best offensive lineman on the board at this pick. Mayfield’s size and agility could lead to an easy transition to guard, which would allow LG Isaac Seumalo to move to center to replace Kelce when his inevitable retirement comes within the next few years. Though there are greater needs, selecting Mayfield could bolster an Eagles line that so commonly catches the injury bug.
Round 3 / Pick 70 : Jabril Cox, LB LSU
With Jim Schwarts no longer in the mix, the Eagles may actually plan on using one of their top draft picks on a linebacker this year, and if they are Jabril Cox is likely high on their board. A 4-3 pursuit style linebacker, Cox would fit right in alongside run stuffing linebackers TJ Edwards and Duke Riley, however Cox is also very gifted in man coverage, a bonus for new defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon.
Round 3 Pick 85 : Brevin Jordan, TE Miami
Zach Ertz is likely on his way out in what is expected to be an offseason full of veteran departures, and Brevin Jordan would be a great replacement. Miami used Jordan all over the offense, from the slot, out of the backfield, with his hand in the dirt and more. Next to Dallas Goedert, Jordan could flourish for the Eagles in their 12 personnel packages if Kick Sirianni is as keen on them as former coach Doug Pederson was.
Round 5 Pick 134 : Chuba Hubbard, RB Oklahoma State
Miles Sanders is the clear cut #1 back for the Eagles this season, but with Boston Scott turning in a less than impressive performance last year the birds could be looking to add another young set of legs to their backfield. During the 2020 CFB season Hubbard eclipsed the 2k mark, rushing for 2,094 yard and 21 touchdowns on 328 carries. Usually high volume backs struggle in the yards per carry area, however Hubbard averaged 6.4 yards in 2020.
Round 5 Pick 140 : Joe Tryon, DE Washington
The Eagles have a solid defensive line, but with Brandon Graham turning 33 before the season and Derek Barnett’s future with the team uncertain as he’s set to enter free agency, the Eagles will likely look to the draft to snag some young talent. Tryon is a skilled pass rusher who can beat tackles in one on ones with his superb athleticism and quickness.
Round 6 Pick 165 : Sam Ehlinger, QB Texas
The Eagles will likely be without QB Nate Sudfeld next season as they shift into their new regime, and Howie Roseman is almost certainly looking to replace him with a late round project quarterback. Insert Sam Ehlinger, though he endured a somewhat successful career at Texas that led him to be a popular name, chances are slim that he gets drafted in the first 5 rounds. He’s much more mobile than Sudfeld was, and has shown evidence of being a great leader and competitor.
Round 7 Pick 198 : Tamorion Terry, WR Florida State
I’m convinced Howie Roseman’s draft plan when it comes to late round wide receivers is to throw as much as you can at the wall and see what sticks, and such would be the mentality behind this pick. The 6’4 redshirt junior has an impressive ability to make big plays but struggles with drops. If Terry’s skills can transform to the next level he woul be a great compliment to Jalen Reagor and Devonta Smith.
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