Eagles’ first-round picks: A 3-round draft projection after deadline deals
A tackle to replace Johnson
The Eagles’ own first-round selection is projected to go to Jordan Seaton, an offensive tackle from LSU. Lane Johnson’s midseason retirement has made finding a replacement a pressing need.
Seaton is best suited to left tackle, but the projection has him starting on the right side before potentially moving over to replace Jordan Mailata. His strength and agility could help in pass protection and create opportunities for the run game, while Markel Bell could move to a reserve role.
A defensive line addition
Philadelphia acquired a first- and second-round pick from Jacksonville by trading defensive tackle Jordan Davis at the deadline. The projection uses one of those selections on Oklahoma’s David Stone.
At 310 pounds, Stone has the size to help defend the run, and his quickness could add interior pass rush. He will need to develop more pass-rush moves, but the projection sees him as a potential impact player.
More help inside up front
The projection also has the Eagles taking Iowa center Kade Pieper to add another option along the offensive line. He has the athleticism to play guard, but would more likely compete to replace Drew Kendall at center.
Kendall is temporarily filling the position after the Cam Jurgens trade. Landon Dickerson has made three Pro Bowls, but has not looked like himself since returning from a knee injury; Tyler Steen is playing well, though he is a free agent after the season.
Key points
- Philadelphia has its own expected high first-round pick and Jacksonville’s pick, projected toward the back of the round.
- Jordan Seaton is projected to address the offensive tackle vacancy created by Lane Johnson’s retirement.
- The Eagles acquired a first- and second-round pick by trading Jordan Davis to Jacksonville.
- The projection adds Oklahoma defensive tackle David Stone and Iowa center Kade Pieper.