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We're getting close ... so I figured I'd throw my 2nd Mock out there 
Rd 1: Garrett Bradbury NC State C/G
*** After watching a ton of this kid's film, it is plain to see that this is a rare talent on the interior. Bradbury is a Pro Bowler in waiting at the Center position and can also get it done from either Guard spot until Kelce decides to hang em up. Mobility-wise there is no other guy in this draft who compares on the interior; he shoots out of his stance, can pull with the best of them and has excellent upper body strength to wrestle defenders and pancake them if need be (treated Clemson's Christian Wilkins like a red headed stepchild in their match-up). We need to make sure Carson Wentz stays protected moving forward and with the injury to Brooks at RG ... no established starter at LG (Seumalo was re-signed, but I think it was more for depth than as a given starter) … and Center Jason Kelce possibly not sticking around too much longer … we can really use a true interior stud like Bradbury in the mix moving forward. In the Eagles' system they need interior guys who can move well and get to the 2nd level quickly and Bradbury fits the mold perfectly.
Rd 2: Germaine Pratt LB NC State
*** Here's our guy to fill in our deficiency at LB. Former Safety who can cover, but is also a tackling machine. Led NC State in tackles every game this past season. 6'2” 240 lbs and runs a 4.58. A lot to like about this kid and he puts in the time in the film room (team Captain). I didn't think there would be a LB I would select early, but on a tip from a respected buddy of mine I watched his film and instantly became a fan. Really good as a blitzer as well … fits our scheme. Not a thumper, but LB'ers in our scheme don't need to be; they just need to be able to cover well, have good chase down speed and secure the tackle … that's Germaine Pratt!
Rd 2: Mecole Hardman WR Georgia
*** Explosive (4.34 Combine 40 speed at 5'10” 188 lbs) and “underused” receiver at the college level with excellent return ability. Really good route runner (as with most Georgia receivers) with electric ability after the catch. You rarely hear his name mentioned with the top receivers in this class, probably because he didn't have the gaudy stats … but I would take him all day here in Rd 2. He's the perfect understudy for Desean Jackson and can be groomed either in the slot or on the outside. He instantly becomes our best kick and punt return option. If Nelson Agholor walks after this year, Hardman steps right into that role in 2020. With Djax and Hardman, the Eagles can really open it up for Carson Wentz; a huge difference from last season.
Rd 4: Ryquell Armstead RB Temple
*** Man, I really like this kid! Tough runner who can lower the boom once he feels contact or he can run away from you (4.45 40 time – one of the faster RB times at the Combine). I love that he can change direction easily while at full speed without losing momentum. He does not dance (hits the hole hard), but is still shifty enough to make plays if the original blocked play lane gets clogged up (something Josh Adams can't do). Also a solid receiver and blocker, so he has the potential to develop into a 3 down Back. Perfect size for a future work horse if he ends up working out for us (5'11” 220 lbs). I think Josh Adams is a goner, nice North/South runner, but has no lateral quickness; he was phased out of the playoffs. Howard/Armstead/Clement and Smallwood will be our 4.
Rd 4: Daylon Mack DT Texas A&M
*** Mack is a fire hydrant type of DT with really good get off. He's 6'1” 335 lbs, but moves really well for that size. Plays with a great base and should rotate in as a run defender in short yardage and goal line situations. He does show some pass rush ability because he fires off the ball quickly; in 2018 he did rack up 5.5 Sacks along with a blocked kick. Competition behind starters Fletcher Cox and Malik Jackson is wide open, so Mack has a good chance of establishing himself right off the jump and as the short yardage option next to Cox.
Rd 5: Ben Banogu DE TCU
*** Banogu is a bit raw as far as pass rush moves & technique as TCU concentrates more on “scheme”, but this kid has top notch potential on the edge. Fast and very quick/athletic … 6'4” 250 lbs and tested extremely well at the Combine (killed it in the drills) with a sub 4.6 40 and an incredible 11'2” Broad jump (explosive lower body). Production was also there despite using mostly athleticism to make plays. 18 Tackles for loss and 8.5 Sacks in 2018. His game tape is loaded with plays where he just chases ball carriers down … I'm not sure why this kid isn't getting more pub. His team mate LJ Collier often gets mocked in Rd 2 and while Collier is an excellent bull rusher, I see Banogu with a higher pro ceiling with his skill set. He's also very good in drop back coverage for an Edge, so I'm sure he will be an attractive option for 3-4 teams as well as a rush LB. He's a pro coaching year away from contributing at the pro level, but all the tools are there. The Eagles don't need an immediate starter at DE in 2019, so a guy like Banogu would make for a great stash and teach pick.
Rd 6: Easton Stick QB North Dakota State
*** Let's go to the well twice!
Stick is no Carson Wentz, but he has some good traits. He has really good speed for a QB at 4.62 Combine speed (same straight line speed as RB Josh Jacobs). He actually reminds me a bit of Jeff Garcia as a passer. With backup QB Nate Sudfeld on the final year of his contract, it would be a good idea to bring in some QB help in case Sudfeld leaves in 2020. Stick already fits the Offense as he ran a similar RPO at ND State.

Rd 1: Garrett Bradbury NC State C/G
*** After watching a ton of this kid's film, it is plain to see that this is a rare talent on the interior. Bradbury is a Pro Bowler in waiting at the Center position and can also get it done from either Guard spot until Kelce decides to hang em up. Mobility-wise there is no other guy in this draft who compares on the interior; he shoots out of his stance, can pull with the best of them and has excellent upper body strength to wrestle defenders and pancake them if need be (treated Clemson's Christian Wilkins like a red headed stepchild in their match-up). We need to make sure Carson Wentz stays protected moving forward and with the injury to Brooks at RG ... no established starter at LG (Seumalo was re-signed, but I think it was more for depth than as a given starter) … and Center Jason Kelce possibly not sticking around too much longer … we can really use a true interior stud like Bradbury in the mix moving forward. In the Eagles' system they need interior guys who can move well and get to the 2nd level quickly and Bradbury fits the mold perfectly.
Rd 2: Germaine Pratt LB NC State
*** Here's our guy to fill in our deficiency at LB. Former Safety who can cover, but is also a tackling machine. Led NC State in tackles every game this past season. 6'2” 240 lbs and runs a 4.58. A lot to like about this kid and he puts in the time in the film room (team Captain). I didn't think there would be a LB I would select early, but on a tip from a respected buddy of mine I watched his film and instantly became a fan. Really good as a blitzer as well … fits our scheme. Not a thumper, but LB'ers in our scheme don't need to be; they just need to be able to cover well, have good chase down speed and secure the tackle … that's Germaine Pratt!
Rd 2: Mecole Hardman WR Georgia
*** Explosive (4.34 Combine 40 speed at 5'10” 188 lbs) and “underused” receiver at the college level with excellent return ability. Really good route runner (as with most Georgia receivers) with electric ability after the catch. You rarely hear his name mentioned with the top receivers in this class, probably because he didn't have the gaudy stats … but I would take him all day here in Rd 2. He's the perfect understudy for Desean Jackson and can be groomed either in the slot or on the outside. He instantly becomes our best kick and punt return option. If Nelson Agholor walks after this year, Hardman steps right into that role in 2020. With Djax and Hardman, the Eagles can really open it up for Carson Wentz; a huge difference from last season.
Rd 4: Ryquell Armstead RB Temple
*** Man, I really like this kid! Tough runner who can lower the boom once he feels contact or he can run away from you (4.45 40 time – one of the faster RB times at the Combine). I love that he can change direction easily while at full speed without losing momentum. He does not dance (hits the hole hard), but is still shifty enough to make plays if the original blocked play lane gets clogged up (something Josh Adams can't do). Also a solid receiver and blocker, so he has the potential to develop into a 3 down Back. Perfect size for a future work horse if he ends up working out for us (5'11” 220 lbs). I think Josh Adams is a goner, nice North/South runner, but has no lateral quickness; he was phased out of the playoffs. Howard/Armstead/Clement and Smallwood will be our 4.
Rd 4: Daylon Mack DT Texas A&M
*** Mack is a fire hydrant type of DT with really good get off. He's 6'1” 335 lbs, but moves really well for that size. Plays with a great base and should rotate in as a run defender in short yardage and goal line situations. He does show some pass rush ability because he fires off the ball quickly; in 2018 he did rack up 5.5 Sacks along with a blocked kick. Competition behind starters Fletcher Cox and Malik Jackson is wide open, so Mack has a good chance of establishing himself right off the jump and as the short yardage option next to Cox.
Rd 5: Ben Banogu DE TCU
*** Banogu is a bit raw as far as pass rush moves & technique as TCU concentrates more on “scheme”, but this kid has top notch potential on the edge. Fast and very quick/athletic … 6'4” 250 lbs and tested extremely well at the Combine (killed it in the drills) with a sub 4.6 40 and an incredible 11'2” Broad jump (explosive lower body). Production was also there despite using mostly athleticism to make plays. 18 Tackles for loss and 8.5 Sacks in 2018. His game tape is loaded with plays where he just chases ball carriers down … I'm not sure why this kid isn't getting more pub. His team mate LJ Collier often gets mocked in Rd 2 and while Collier is an excellent bull rusher, I see Banogu with a higher pro ceiling with his skill set. He's also very good in drop back coverage for an Edge, so I'm sure he will be an attractive option for 3-4 teams as well as a rush LB. He's a pro coaching year away from contributing at the pro level, but all the tools are there. The Eagles don't need an immediate starter at DE in 2019, so a guy like Banogu would make for a great stash and teach pick.
Rd 6: Easton Stick QB North Dakota State
*** Let's go to the well twice!
