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Rd 1: Jalen Raegor
Personally I believe his true value was mid 2nd round, but the consensus was he was rising up the boards and was going in the 20s anyway... IMO was a slight reach but there was a need and he is a good player. Lots to like - he's tough, plays faster than he timed, good teammate... His skillset IMO wasn't utilized to its full potential in college (used mostly as just a vertical stretch guy) and had to deal with inexperienced QB play... I like his fit in the Eagles' offense where Doug will be more creative with him. Grade: B
Rd 2: Jalen Hurts
The Eagles needed a young project QB with upside to develop behind Wentz, just didn't think they would do it this early. This pick is complicated for a myriad of reasons, and while I am intrigued by Hurts as a player, the Eagles left a lot of playmakers on the board. This pick would have made sense if the roster was loaded and they could afford to make a luxury pick, but from a value standpoint (and potentially a chemistry standpoint) this pick was stupid. Grade: F
Rd 3: Davion Taylor
Have to admit I don't know much about him, he had a good combine, nice athlete and plays really fast... at his size most likely projects as a WILL, the position Schwartz likes to sub out the most for an extra DB. Not certain about his starting potential but looks like he can be a core special teams player, and fits the motto going into this off-season needing to address team speed. They are banking heavily on his physical traits to come through because there were more experienced LBs on the board they passed on. Grade: C+
Rd 4: K'Von Wallace
Smart, experienced, versatile, decent speed for a Safety - played 59 games at Clemson against top level competition in the biggest games on the biggest stage. Really liked this pick and FINALLY we draft a young Safety that could be a starter as early as next season. Grade: B+
Rd 4: Jack Driscoll
Two year transfer from UMASS to Auburn. A true technician who will rely on smarts and toughness rather than pure physical ability. Has Guard/Tackle versatility and has been taking snaps at Center to further increase his versatility. Good solid depth player, I like this pick. Grade: B+
Rd 5: John Hightower
Smooth athlete with legit 4.4 speed and upside as a returner. Body catches too much for my liking despite having decent enough hands. Everyone was raving about Henry Ruggs having 24 TDs on 98 receptions during his college career, Hightower had 21 TDs on 113 career receptions (including his JUCO stats), almost as impressive, whuch suggests his big play potential. He is more a finesse receiver though, and I worry about his play strength a bit. Good value for where they got him. Grade: B
Rd 6: Shaun Bradley
Temple tough, good speed and athleticism for the position, I think he has postion versatility at the MIKE or SAM spots. A year in a pro strength and conditioning program will benefit him because I worry about his play strength at the next level... may be nothing more than a good special teams guy, and we already have a couple of those on the roster. Grade: B
Rd 6: Quez Watkins
I thought Quez had 3rd round potential going into the draft... legit 4.35 speed, when the ball is in the air he has an extra gear to separate from the defender. Great value for where they got him, I like his pro upside better than Hightower. Grade: A
Rd 6: Prince Tega Wanogho
Good developmental project with LT upside. Above average athlete who battled a knee injury which affected his play and dropped his rankings some this past season. Played against top competition and held his own. Going to be a nice project for Stout to work with, I think he has a good chance to stick on the 53 this year. Grade: A-
Rd 7: Casey Toohill
He looks more like a stand up 3-4 rush OLB, but will project as a DE situational rusher in Schwartz's scheme... doesn't have the bulk or strength to be a full time end. Poor man's Connor Barwin. Will likely end up on the practice squad. Grade: B
Overall, they had an OK Day 1, an unimpressive Day 2, but redeemed themselves on Day 3. One of the more weird drafts for the Eagles I can recall in recent memory. As with all of them, only time will tell how this turns out, let's hope for the best. Any feedback or opinons are welcome!
Rd 1: Jalen Raegor
Personally I believe his true value was mid 2nd round, but the consensus was he was rising up the boards and was going in the 20s anyway... IMO was a slight reach but there was a need and he is a good player. Lots to like - he's tough, plays faster than he timed, good teammate... His skillset IMO wasn't utilized to its full potential in college (used mostly as just a vertical stretch guy) and had to deal with inexperienced QB play... I like his fit in the Eagles' offense where Doug will be more creative with him. Grade: B
Rd 2: Jalen Hurts
The Eagles needed a young project QB with upside to develop behind Wentz, just didn't think they would do it this early. This pick is complicated for a myriad of reasons, and while I am intrigued by Hurts as a player, the Eagles left a lot of playmakers on the board. This pick would have made sense if the roster was loaded and they could afford to make a luxury pick, but from a value standpoint (and potentially a chemistry standpoint) this pick was stupid. Grade: F
Rd 3: Davion Taylor
Have to admit I don't know much about him, he had a good combine, nice athlete and plays really fast... at his size most likely projects as a WILL, the position Schwartz likes to sub out the most for an extra DB. Not certain about his starting potential but looks like he can be a core special teams player, and fits the motto going into this off-season needing to address team speed. They are banking heavily on his physical traits to come through because there were more experienced LBs on the board they passed on. Grade: C+
Rd 4: K'Von Wallace
Smart, experienced, versatile, decent speed for a Safety - played 59 games at Clemson against top level competition in the biggest games on the biggest stage. Really liked this pick and FINALLY we draft a young Safety that could be a starter as early as next season. Grade: B+
Rd 4: Jack Driscoll
Two year transfer from UMASS to Auburn. A true technician who will rely on smarts and toughness rather than pure physical ability. Has Guard/Tackle versatility and has been taking snaps at Center to further increase his versatility. Good solid depth player, I like this pick. Grade: B+
Rd 5: John Hightower
Smooth athlete with legit 4.4 speed and upside as a returner. Body catches too much for my liking despite having decent enough hands. Everyone was raving about Henry Ruggs having 24 TDs on 98 receptions during his college career, Hightower had 21 TDs on 113 career receptions (including his JUCO stats), almost as impressive, whuch suggests his big play potential. He is more a finesse receiver though, and I worry about his play strength a bit. Good value for where they got him. Grade: B
Rd 6: Shaun Bradley
Temple tough, good speed and athleticism for the position, I think he has postion versatility at the MIKE or SAM spots. A year in a pro strength and conditioning program will benefit him because I worry about his play strength at the next level... may be nothing more than a good special teams guy, and we already have a couple of those on the roster. Grade: B
Rd 6: Quez Watkins
I thought Quez had 3rd round potential going into the draft... legit 4.35 speed, when the ball is in the air he has an extra gear to separate from the defender. Great value for where they got him, I like his pro upside better than Hightower. Grade: A
Rd 6: Prince Tega Wanogho
Good developmental project with LT upside. Above average athlete who battled a knee injury which affected his play and dropped his rankings some this past season. Played against top competition and held his own. Going to be a nice project for Stout to work with, I think he has a good chance to stick on the 53 this year. Grade: A-
Rd 7: Casey Toohill
He looks more like a stand up 3-4 rush OLB, but will project as a DE situational rusher in Schwartz's scheme... doesn't have the bulk or strength to be a full time end. Poor man's Connor Barwin. Will likely end up on the practice squad. Grade: B
Overall, they had an OK Day 1, an unimpressive Day 2, but redeemed themselves on Day 3. One of the more weird drafts for the Eagles I can recall in recent memory. As with all of them, only time will tell how this turns out, let's hope for the best. Any feedback or opinons are welcome!
