The Philadelphia Eagles had a successful draft, earning an overall grade of A-. They made strategic moves in each round, starting with the selection of Quinyon Mitchell as their first-round pick. Mitchell has the potential to be a CB1 in the NFL.
In the second round, the Eagles acquired Cooper DeJean, who was highlighted as their favorite pick. DeJean is a versatile player who can excel in any position in the secondary and has return game abilities. Despite being selected after Mitchell, DeJean has the potential to make an impact early in his career.
The Eagles also took risks on players like Ainias Smith and Johnny Wilson in later rounds, as well as making the feel-good selection of Jeremiah Trotter Jr. These picks showcase their adept drafting abilities and add depth to their roster.
One of their least favorite picks was Will Shipley, a running back from Clemson. While Shipley was solid in college, he may not translate to a dynamic NFL back. However, they acquired a future fifth-round selection in the process of drafting Shipley, mitigating the impact of this pick.
Overall, the Eagles made several solid selections in the draft, addressing key positions and adding depth to their roster. With a strong draft class and additional picks for the future, they are poised for success in the seasons to come.
