The Eagles selected Auburn offensive guard Jack Driscoll with the No. 145 overall pick on Saturday, their second of two fourth-round picks.
Driscoll, 6-foot-5, 306 pounds, played right tackle in college, starting 45 of the 46 games he played in. He allowed only eight sacks and 11 pressures in those 46 games. He is projected to play guard at the next level due to a lack of length, and that is likely where the Eagles see him playing -- although they do like position versatility, so perhaps they see him as a backup at multiple spots.
The Eagles also had pick No. 146, but traded it to the Dallas Cowboys for pick No. 164 and a 2021 5th-round pick.
Here are some scouting reports on Driscoll:
Via NFL.com: There will be teams who scratch Driscoll off their lists completely due to a lack of length and play strength, but zone-scheme teams who covet athleticism over brawn might take a look. He will need to add real mass and muscle in order to have a shot. His athleticism shouldn't be overstated, but he does have range as a run blocker and in pass protection. Driscoll has some pass protection ability that can be further cultivated, but he's scheme limited as a run blocker. His short arms could cause teams to view him as a developmental guard with tackle value in a pinch.
Via The Draft Network: PROS: Fluid athlete with nimble feet and easy lateral mobility. He can work back inside and reach block three techniques and he has terrific range in the run game. Smooth feet enable him to frame pass rushers and mirror - he's pretty patient in pass protection and he isn't easily drawn out of his sets. Like his tempo working into blocks and he plays with good bend. Keeps a consistent base and he redirects nicely. Positional blocker in the run game with the movement skills needed to execute in wide zone concepts. Deliberate about placing, fitting and keeping his hands fit. CONS: You wish he had more mass, length and power. Has to get stronger to reach his potential at the next level. Needs to be more committed about keeping his pads low and maximizing his play strength. Body control doesn't impress and more power is needed in his core to improve his contract balance.
Career Highlights, via Eagles:
- His 45 consecutive starts ranked 10th among FBS offensive linemen
2019 HIGHLIGHTS (AUBURN)
- Started all 13 games at tackle and was named to the preseason All-SEC second-team (Pro Football Focus)
- Was named to the Reese's Senior Bowl watch list and nominated for the William V. Campbell Trophy, which annually recognizes the top football scholar-athlete in the nation for his combined academic success, football performance and exemplary leadership
- Member of the SEC academic honor roll
2018 HIGHLIGHTS (AUBURN)
- Graduate transfer from the University of Massachusetts who started in 12 games at right tackle
- Named to the AD honor roll and SEC first-year academic honor roll
2017 HIGHLIGHTS (UMASS)
- Started all 12 games at right tackle, earning Phil Steele All-Independent first-team and All-ECAC second-team honors
- Anchored an offensive line that set a program record for total offense in a game (670 yards – 350 passing, 320 rushing) against Georgia Southern. The Minutemen set FBS-era records in the game for points in a quarter (28), points in a half (48) and points in a game (55)
- Part of an offense that posted season averages of 30.6 points and 432.8 yards of total offense per game
2016 HIGHLIGHTS (UMASS)
- Split time at left guard and left tackle over the course of nine games (eight starts)
- Blocked for a Minutemen offense that averaged 23.3 points, 99.5 rushing yards and 256.7 passing yards per game with 27 passing and 10 rushing TDs scored
2015 HIGHLIGHTS (UMASS)
- Redshirt season
HIGH SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS
- A three-star recruit who earned team MVP honors as a senior at Daniel Hand High School (Madison, CT)
PERSONAL
- Earned his undergraduate degree in hospitality and tourism management from UMass and his graduate degree from Auburn's Harbert College of Business
- Son of John and Cory Driscoll
- Father, John, played football at New Hampshire
- Has two siblings, Flynn and Grace
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