The 2021 NFL Draft is just one day away, and finally, we will learn what Howie Roseman plans to do with his league-leading 11 draft picks.
As Roseman navigates each round, and decides what to do with each pick, here is a list of 86 players to keep an eye on during the draft that have the qualities the Eagles likely will be looking for at each position:
WIDE RECEIVERS (15)
DeVonta Smith, WR, Alabama
Height/Weight: 6-foot-1, 175 pounds
College Stats: 235 catches, 3,965 yards, 46 touchdowns (47 games)
Projected Round: 1st (top 15)
Analysis: Smith is a lot like LSU's Justin Jefferson last season. He has great hands, is a great route runner and has dominated at the highest levels (and biggest stages) of college football. Like Jefferson, Smith has one issue everyone is focusing on, and it seems to be impacting his draft stock. For Jefferson, it was that he played in the slot. For Smith, it is his weight. Jefferson was the best rookie receiver in the NFL last season. If the Eagles can look pasts the overblown concern around Smith's weight, they might get the best rookie receiver as well if they take Smith at 12.
Jaylen Waddle, WR, Alabama
Height/Weight: 5-foot-10, 182 pounds
College Stats: 106 catches, 1,999 yards, 17 touchdowns (34 games)
Projected Round: 1st (top 15)
Analysis: If Waddle was in the 2020 NFL Draft, he might have been the first receiver taken. If he didn't suffer a broken ankle last season, he might be the first receiver off the board in the 2022 NFL Draft. Waddle has elite-level speed and could be the big-play threat that the Eagles hoped they were getting in Jalen Reagor. He hasn't proven he can dominate for long stretches like Smith had, but Waddle arguably has a higher ceiling.
Rashod Bateman, WR, Minnesota
Height/Weight: 6-foot-2, 210 pounds
College Stats: 147 catches, 2,395 yards, 19 touchdowns (31 games)
Projected Round: 1st/2nd
Analysis: Bateman is outside of the top-three receivers in this draft, but he still has a very high ceiling. Bateman is used to carrying the responsibility of being the No. 1 receiver in an offense, and although he doesn't have the gamebreaking speed the other receivers at the top of the draft do, he should be able to contribute right away.
Kadarius Toney, WR, Florida
Height/Weight: 6-foot, 193 pounds
College Stats: 120 catches, 1,590 yards, 12 touchdowns (38 games)
Projected Round: Late 1st/2nd
Analysis: He isn't viewed as having No. 1 receiver potential, but there aren't many receivers in the draft that have the big-play potential that Toney does. Toney is lighting quick and dangerous with the ball after the catch, making him a threat not only as a receiver but as a gadget player the right coach could get creative with.
Rondale Moore, WR, Purdue
Height/Weight: 5-foot-9, 180 pounds
College Stats: 178 catches, 1,915 yards, 14 touchdowns (20 games)
Projected Round: 1st/2nd
Analysis: Moore is one of the best receivers in the draft at winning at the line of scrimmage and then using his quick first step to create separation. Injuries have been a bit of an issue for Moore, but he been pretty dominant when he has played, scoring 14 touchdowns in 20 games and consistently making big plays when Purdue needed him.
D'Wayne Eskridge, WR, Western Michigan
Height/Weight: 5-foot-9, 190 pounds
College Stats: 121 catches, 2,244 yards, 15 touchdowns (43 games)
Projected Round: 2nd/3rd
Analysis: Like Toney, Eskridge is a home-run hitter that will bring elite speed to any offense he joins. He is extremely dangerous after the catch and also has the potential to be an impact player in the return game. He is good off the line of scrimmage, but his small stature is a bit of a concern and it is possible he might have to move inside to the slot. Drops are also occasionally an issue.
Elijah Moore, WR, Ole Miss
Height/Weight: 5-foot-9, 185 pounds
College Stats: 189 catches, 2,441 yards, 16 touchdowns (31 games)
Projected Round: 2nd
Analysis: The Eagles badly need speed on offense, especially at receiver, so once again they will be targeting some of the quickest receivers in the draft. Moore certainly fits that description. Moore is undersized like Eskridge, but brings a lot of the same skills, including an ability to create separation at the line of scrimmage. Unlike Eskridge, Moore has great hands and drops haven't been an issue.
Chatarius "Tutu" Atwell, WR, Lousiville
Height/Weight: 5-foot-9, 165 pounds
College Stats:139 catches, 2,303 yards, 20 touchdowns (42 games)
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: Atwell is an interesting prospect because of his elite speed and ability to track the ball down the field — something the Eagles' receivers have struggled with at times. Atwell has totaled 1,142 yards after the catch during his time at Louisville, making him one of the most productive YAC receivers in the draft. If the Eagles don't land a receiver at the top of the draft, Atwell might be their best bet at landing a big-play threat in the middle rounds.
Dyami Brown, WR, North Carolina
Height/Weight: 6-foot-1, 185 pounds
College Stats: 123 catches, 2,306 yards, 21 touchdowns (32 games)
Projected Round: 5th
Analysis: Brown played almost exclusively on the outside during his time at North Carolina, but chances are he might need to move to the inside in the NFL. Wherever he lines up, however, he should be able to contribute right away as he is a great route runner that has the speed to get behind defenses.
Nico Collins, WR< Michigan
Height/Weight: 6-foot-4, 215 pounds
College Stats: 78 catches, 1,388 yards, 13 touchdowns (27 games)
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: The Eagles need speed, but they also need size as well, unless J.J. Arcega-Whiteside takes a huge leap forward in is third season. Collins is arguably the best athlete in the draft at his size, standing 6-foot-4 with speed good enough to make him a deep threat down the field. Collins has shown the ability to consistently win 50/50 balls and does a great job tracking them down the field, which is how he was able to average 17.7 yards-per-catch during his time at Michigan.
Dazz Newsome, WR, North Carolina
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 190 pounds
College Stats: 188 catches, 2,435 yards, 18 touchdowns (43 games)
Projected Round: 3rd
Analysis: Newsome has slightly better size than some of the quicker receivers on this list, which is a positive, although he doesn't seem to be able to break as many tackles as some of the smaller receivers. Newsome is at his best with the ball in his hands on gadget plays, taking advantage of the blocking and using his speed to turn a short catch into a long gain. He needs work at the line of scrimmage, but would be dangerous right away in an offense that knew how to use him.
Trevon Grimes, WR, Florida
Height/Weight: 6-foot-4, 218 pounds
College Stats: 100 catches, 1,464 yards, 14 touchdowns (38 games)
Projected Round: 5th
Analysis: Florida has a few intriguing options in the draft at receiver, and with new quarterbacks coach Brian Johnson having coached both of them last season, the Eagles will likely take a long look at all of them. Grimes is an intriguing option, standing 6-foot-4 with great hands and down-the-field ability. Grimes is going to take some time to adjust to the NFL as he needs work as a route runner, but his raw athleticism is definitely worth taking a chance on in the later rounds.
Antony Schwartz, WR, Auburn
Height/Weight: 6-foot, 179 pounds
College Stats: 117 catches, 1,433 yards, 6 touchdowns (43 games)
Projected Round: 5th
Analysis: Last draft the Eagles seemed to just add the quickest players they could, and if they use that same mindset this year, Schwartz will end up on the team. Schwartz is a track star that at one point held the world record for the 100 meter dash, running it in just 10.07 seconds. That speed has yet to translate into a dominate receiver, but with the right coaching he could prove to be one of the steals of the draft.
Jonathan Adams Jr., WR, Arkansas State
Height/Weight: 6-foot-3, 220 pounds
College Stats: 166 catches, 2,306 yards, 21 touchdowns (40 games)
Projected Round: 7th
Analysis: Adams Jr. knows how to do one thing — get down the field and make a play. That is certainly a valuable skillset, as at 6-foot-3, he is a good enough athlete to compete down the field in the NFL right away. The issue with Adams Jr. is that he hasn't shown he can do much else, and is going to need plenty of coaching with both his route running and at the line of scrimmage.
Khalil McClain, WR, Troy
Height/Weight: 6-foot-4, 222 pounds
College Stats: 77 catches, 945 yards, 13 touchdowns (24 games)
Projected Round: 7th
Analysis: A tall, athletic receiver that can win jump balls and dominated a lower-level of competition, McClain has the physical traits the Eagles should be looking for in seventh-round pick.
RUNNING BACKS (8)
Najee Harris, RB, Alabama:
Height/Weight: 6-foot-2, 230 pounds
College Stats: 718 touches, 4,624 yards, 57 touchdowns (51 games)
Projected Round: 1st/2nd
Analysis: The Eagles would likely have to trade back into the first-round to land Harris, but there is a slim chance he will drop to No. 37 overall. If he does, taking him with their second-round pick would be a move that would really help the offense. Harris has a chance to be special in the NFL, as he is a physical runner that can run both through and around defenders. He also has great hands out of the backfield and showed at his Pro Day he can run more than just the usual running back routes. He might be considered a bit of a luxury pick at No. 37, but the combination of Harris and Sanders out of the backfield would give the Eagles potentially one of the best duos in the NFL.
Kenneth Gainwell, RB, Memphis:
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 191 pounds
College Stats: 292 touches, 2,212 yards, 17 touchdowns (16 games)
Projected Round: 3rd
Analysis: Gainwell has all the tools to be an impact player in the passing game right away. Gainwell averaged 10.0 yards-per-catch last season on 51 catches, doing his damage in a variety of ways. He can line up in the slot if needed, but is also elusive enough after the catch to take a short pass in the flat and turn it into a big play. Gainwell needs work in pass protection, which could keep him off the field to start, but once he improves in that area he as the potential to be a valuable part of the passing game.
Demetric Felton, RB, UCLA:
Height/Weight: 5-foot-10, 200 pounds
College Stats: 332 touches, 2,059 yards, 15 touchdowns (31 games)
Projected Round: 5th round
Analysis: Although he won't be running defenders over at the next level, Felton is one of the both versatile players in the draft, as he played both running back and receiver at UCLA. He had an impressive week at the Senior Bowl, showing he can be a solid route runner at receiver, while also having the open-field moves you like to see from a running back. Pass-catching backs will be crucial in Nick Sirianni's offense, and with the receiving issues Miles Sanders had last season, adding Felton with a late-round pick would be a wise move for the Eagles.
Rhamondre Stevenson, RB, Oklahoma:
Height/Weight: 6-foot, 246 pounds
College Stats: 193 touches, 1,478 yards, 13 touchdowns (19 games)
Projected Round: 4th round
Analysis: Stevenson could be a fit if the Eagles are looking for a between-the-tackles running back to pair with Sanders. Stevenson is at his best running in short yardage situations and up the middle of the field, where he can use his physical style to run over defenders as opposed to trying to beat them in the open field. He is solid, but not special, out of the backfield as a receiver.
Pooka Williams Jr., RB, Kansas:
Height/Weight: 5-foot-10, 170 pounds
College Stats: 481 touches, 2,916 yards, 16 touchdowns (26 games)
Projected Round: 6th round
Analysis: Williams is one of the more elusive running backs in this year's draft and has a similar running style to former Eagles running back LeSean McCoy. Williams takes some negative plays as he dances in the backfield, something that will drive coaches mad, but his ability to break open big plays makes up for it. He is a capable receiver out of the backfield as well, and if Sirianni can get him into open space, Williams can be a big-play threat right away for the Eagles.
Chris Evans, RB, Michigan:
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 216 pounds
College Stats: 369 touches, 2,274 yards, 17 touchdowns (42 games)
Projected Round: 6th round
Analysis: Evans is another track star in this year's draft, and he displayed that speed in the open field last season at Michigan. Evans is more in the category of a smaller, elusive running back, but he has shown he is a willing runner between the tackles as well. He is a capable receiver out of the backfield. A part-time player at Michigan, Evans doesn't project to be a difference maker, but he could be a very solid third running back.
Ottis Anderson, RB UCF:
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 174 pounds
College Stats: 449 touches, 3,207 yards, 26 touchdowns (46 games)
Projected Round: 7th round
Analysis: If the Eagles are looking for a receiver that has experience lining up in the slot, Anderson might be their guy. Anderson was one of the top playmakers on UCF's offense in 2019, averaging 11.8 yards-per-catch and 6.4 yards-per-carry. He is able to line up all over the field, and has the speed needed to turn short catches into big gains. His numbers dipped in 2020, but he could end up being a steal in the later rounds.
Shane Simpson, RB Virginia:
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 200 pounds
College Stats: 67 touches, 411 yards, 3 touchdowns (10 games)
Projected Round: 7th round
Analysis: Simpson is going to be a tough prospect to get a read on, as he spent the first three years of his college career at Towson, missing significant time due to injuries before transferring to Virginia. He got limited touches last season, but looked good when he did have the ball, especially out of the backfield as a receiver. Simpson is capable in pass protection, which could help him get on the field sooner.
DEFENSIVE ENDS (14):
Jaelan Phillips, DE, Miami
Weight/Height: 6-foot-5, 266 pounds
College Stats: 20 games, 86 tackles, 23.5 TFL, 12.5 Sacks
Projected Round: 1st
Analysis: Phillips, 6-foot-6, 260 pounds, has arguably the most upside of any pass rusher in the draft. He showed just how dominant he could be last season at Miami, finishing with 45 tackles, 15.5 tackles for a loss and eight sacks in just 10 games. He has a long wingspan and an extremely quick first step off the line of scrimmage, something the Eagles really value in their edge rushers. There are some concerns with Phillips. He has suffered hand, wrist and ankle injuries in college, plus has dealt with multiple concussions. He briefly retired from football in 2018 when he was at UCLA, but returned to play for Miami.
Azeez Ojulari, DE, Georgia
Weight/Height: 6-foot-3, 240 pounds
College Stats: 23 games, 68 tackles, 18.5 TFL, 15 Sacks
Projected Round: 1st
Analysis: Ojulari projects to be more of a 3-4 edge rusher, so it is possible the Eagles don't view him as a fit in what is likely to be their 4-3 defense. Ojulari is just 20-years old, however, and is arguably the best athlete in the draft among the edge rushers. That alone is going to get the Eagles' attention. Add in how much they value the defensive-end position and it is possible they decide to take a chance on Ojulari's athleticism if they trade down from No. 12.
Kwity Paye, DE, Michigan
Weight/Height: 6-foot-4, 272 pounds
College Stats: 28 games, 97 tackles, 23.5 TFL, 11.5 Sacks
Projected Round: 1st
Analysis: One of Howie Roseman's first (an best) draft picks with the Eagles was Brandon Graham, so the idea of him using one of the most important picks of his career on a defensive end from Michigan makes sense. Paye comes into the NFL as a strong, physical edge rusher that has good speed off the line of scrimmage. Like Graham, he has a high motor that helps him against the run. Also like Graham, however, he has a tendency to get to the quarterback but not bring him down, stacking up pressures but not sacks.
Gregory Rousseau, DE, Miami
Weight/Height: 6-foot-5, 265 pounds
College Stats: 14 games, 59 tackles, 19.5 TFL, 15.5 Sacks
Projected Round: 2nd
Analysis: Rousseau might have been the top pass rusher taken in this year's draft if he played in 2020, but with just 14 games play in college he is considered very much a project at this point. There is plenty to like about Rousseau, who is not only one of the tallest edge rushers in the draft, but has a 84-inch wingspan as well. The concern with Rousseau is that he hasn't displayed much of a pass-rushing repertoire, which is why he is a safer pick in the second round as opposed to the top half of the first.
Quincy Roche, DE, Miami
Weight/Height: 6-foot-3, 245 pounds
College Stats: 45 games, 182 tackles, 54 TFL, 30.5 Sacks
Projected Round: 3rd
Analysis: Roche, a former Temple product who transferred to Miami, has perhaps the best resume of any defensive end in the draft. Not only do the 30.5 sacks jump off the page, but finishing his college career with 182 tackles shows he is constantly around the ball. Roche brings a solid set of pass-rushing moves to the NFL, which should help him get on the field right away.
Jayson Oweh, DE, Penn State
Weight/Height: 6-foot-5, 252 pounds
College Stats: 20 games, 63 tackles, 13.5 TFL, 7 Sacks
Projected Round: 2nd
Analysis: Oweh is going to need some time to develop, but he is certainly a 6-foot-5, 252 pound project worth taking on. Oweh has an incredibly high ceiling if he can reach his potential, and he has showed signs of improvement each season during his time at Penn State. Oweh is already solid against the run, which could help him get on the field early on, although he is likely not an impact player right away.
Ronnie Perkins, DE, Oklahoma
Weight/Height: 6-foot-3, 247 pounds
College Stats: 32 games, 98 tackles, 32 TFL, 16.5 Sacks
Projected Round: 2nd
Analysis: Perkins is considered a bit of a "tweener", as he could play in either a 3-4 or 4-3 defense. If he does land in a 4-3 he might need to put on some weight. What makes Perkins attractive as a pass-rushing prospect is his bend off the line of scrimmage, something the Eagles have mentioned in the pass they value in their defensive ends. Perkins has solid, but not spectacular, numbers in college.
Patrick Jones II, DE, Pittsburgh
Weight/Height: 6-foot-5, 260 pounds
College Stats: 40 games, 112 tackles, 32 TFL, 21.5 Sacks
Projected Round: 3rd
Analysis: Jones has really improved the last two seasons at Pittsburgh, finishing with a combined 17.5 sacks and 91 total hurries in 24 games. Jones relies mostly on his athleticism right now to get after the quarterback and doesn't come to the NFL with a strong set of pass-rushing moves. With the right coaching, however, he could be a steal in the 3rd round.
Chris Rumph, DE, Duke
Weight/Height: 6-foot-3, 235 pounds
College Stats: 35 games, 124 tackles, 33 TFL, 17.5 Sacks
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: Rumph would be projected to go higher if he had a better set of pass-rushing moves, but he is such an elite-level athlete with an impressive resume during his time at Duke that it is unlikely he makes it that far into the draft. Some see him as a better fit in a 3-4 scheme as an outside linebacker, but with the Eagles' defensive alignment still up in the air, his potential to play in both could be attractive to the coaching staff.
Cameron Sample, DE, Tulane
Weight/Height: 6-foot-3, 280 pounds
College Stats: 41 games, 162 tackles, 20.5 TFL, 10.5 Sacks
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: Sample has a quick first step and projects as being able to move inside on obvious passing downs, giving him the position versatility the Eagles look for in their linemen.
Daelin Hayes, DE, Notre Dame
Weight/Height: 6-foot-3, 258 pounds
College Stats: 43 games, 97 tackles, 20.5 TFL, 9 Sacks
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: Hayes is a well-rounded player, as he is strong against the run but is also quick off the line of scrimmage as a pass rusher. He never had a dominating season at Notre Dame but he was consistent. His ceiling isn't as high as some of the other edge rushers in the class due to a lack of elite athleticism, but his floor is high, and would be a safe pick in the middle rounds.
Janarius Robinson, DE, Florida State
Weight/Height: 6-foot-5, 260 pounds
College Stats: 34 games, 104 tackles, 20.5 TFL, 8 Sacks
Projected Round: 5th
Analysis: Robinson has the ideal makeup for a defensive end in today's NFL, standing 6-foot-5 with long arms and a thick frame. While his eight sacks don't jump off the page, he did have 104 tackles and 20.5 tackles for a loss in 34 games, a sign he was constantly around the ball. Robinson is also a strong special teams player, which could be appealing to the Eagles as it would allow him to have a role on the team while he develops.
Shaka Toney, DE, Penn State
Weight/Height: 6-foot-3, 252 pounds
College Stats: 40 games, 111 tackles, 28.5 TFL, 20 Sacks
Projected Round: 6th
Analysis: If the Eagles are looking for someone to come in and contribute right away as a pass rusher they won't do much better in the later rounds than Toney. Toney averaged almost 3 quarterback pressures a game in college, finishing with 20 sacks in 47 games. He isn't great agains the run, but has the athleticism to be an impact player against it with better coaching.
Malcolm Koonce, DE, Buffalo
Weight/Height: 6-foot-3, 250 pounds
College Stats: 38 games, 109 tackles, 22.5 TFL, 17 Sacks
Projected Round: 7th
Analysis: Koonce is a great athlete who checks off a lot of the measurables the Eagles look for in a defensive end, including a quick first step. He doesn't have a ton of pass-rushing moves, however, and mostly got after the quarterback due to his athleticism. He will need time to develop but could be a late-round steal if he lands with the right coaching staff.
DEFENSIVE TACKLES (5):
Christian Barmore, DT, Alabama
Weight/Height: 6-foot-5, 310 pounds
College Stats: 22 games, 63 tackles, 19.5 TFL, 10 Sacks
Projected Round: 1st
Analysis: Barmore is the top defensive tackle in the draft and could end up being the top defensive linemen selected. His speed and agility at 310 pounds is rare, and it is especially evident in passing situations. Barmore finished with 42 hurries and 60 total pressures in 23 games at Alabama despite only getting limited playing time. At just 21-years old there is little question that Barmore's best days are ahead of him, and if he lands with the right coaching staff, he could develop into one of the more dominant defensive tackles in the game.
Jay Tufele, DT, USC
Weight/Height: 6-foot-3, 305 pounds
College Stats: 24 games, 63 tackles, 10 TFL, 6.5 Sacks
Projected Round: 2nd
Analysis: Tufele could be on the Eagles' short list if don't take a defensive linemen in the first round. Tufele is a great athlete that has an extremely quick first step, something the Eagles have made clear they value in their pass rushers. Tufele's 6.5 sacks in 24 games doesn't jump off the page, but he lived in the backfield during his time at USC, nothing 32 hurries and 13 quarterback hits in 24 games. Add in the fact that he is strong against the run and Tufele has the potential to be a high-impact starter at the next level.
Osa Odighizuwa, DT, UCLA
Weight/Height: 6-foot-2, 279 pounds
College Stats: 37 games, 120 tackles, 27.5 TFL, 11.5 Sacks
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: Odighizuwa is an impressive athlete with a very quick first step that knows how to get after the quarterback, finishing with 43 quarterback hurries in 37 games. Odighizuwa is not as great against the run but he should be able to contribute right away on passing downs. In a draft that isn't that a deep at defensive tackle Odighizuwa's ability to get after the passer could cause him to be drafted higher than other years.
Jaylen Twyman, DT, Pittsburgh
Weight/Height: 6-foot-2, 290 pounds
College Stats: 21 games, 57 tackles, 13.5 TFL, 11 Sacks
Projected Round: 6th
Analysis: Twyman comes to the NFL with a decent set of pass rushing moves, as evident by his production in college with 11 sacks and 34 quarterback hurries in 21 games. Twyman is quick on his feet and has good lateral movement which could be appealing to the Eagles considering the body type they like at defensive tackle. He has shown the ability to rush from the edge as well as from the inside.
Mustafa Johnson, DT, Colorado
Weight/Height: 6-foot, 290 pounds
College Stats: 26 games, 100 tackles, 26 TFL, 15.0 Sacks
Projected Round: 7th
Analysis: Johnson certainly has the production to catch the attention of the Eagles' front office. Although he is undersized he finished his college career with 15 sacks in 26 games despite not having what is considered a strong set of pass-rushing moves. His athleticism is an issue but the production is so impressive he is worth taking a shot on in the later rounds.
QUARTERBACKS (4)
Justin Fields, Ohio State
Height/Weight: 6-foot-3, 228 pounds
College Stats: 423/618, 5,701 yards, 67 TD, 9 INT, 1,123 rushing yards, 19 TD
Projected Round: 1st
Analysis: Of the five quarterbacks most likely to be selected in the top of the first round, Fields seems the most likely to fall into a range where the Eagles could get him. Fields falling would be a mistake by the rest of the league as he has all the qualities you would want in a franchise quarterback. Fields can make all the throws, he has a rocket for an arm, he has shown he can read defenses, he is mobile, he seem to have great leadership qualities and he has won big games in big spots. In fact, Fields beat No. 1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence when the two played this past season, significantly out playing him.
If the Eagles liked Hurts enough to take him last year, it isn't a stretch to say Fields would be near the top of their board at quarterback. If the San Francisco 49ers really are going to take Alabama's Mac Jones at No. 3, it would really only require NDSU's Trey Lance to go next at quarterback for Fields to start to fall. The Bengals and Dolphins aren't taking Fields at No. 5 or No. 6. The Detroit Lions might take a quarterback at No. 7, but they did just acquire Jared Goff. The Panthers just acquired Sam Darnold, so they likely won't be taking him. The Denver Broncos are a real possibility at No. 9, but if he makes it to No. 9, the Eagles are within striking range to move back up to get Fields if they want.
Kyle Trask, Florida
Height/Weight: 6-foot-5, 240 pounds
College Stats: 552/813, 7,386 yards, 69 TD, 15 INT, 54 rushing yards, 1 TD
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: There is a steep drop-off after the top five quarterbacks. The No. 6 quarterback on most boards appears to be Trask, who coincidentally has a connection to new Eagles quarterback coach Brian Johnson. Johnson coached Trask during his time at Florida and got a career year out of the 6-foot-5 quarterback last season, as he threw 43 touchdowns to just eight interceptions. Trask is not a great athlete, but he does fit the mold of quarterbacks that Nick Sirianni has coached in the past as he has an accurate arm and gets rid of the ball quickly. Trask would be an interesting selection because he wouldn't present a direct threat to Hurts' chances of winning the starting quarterback job, but unlike Joe Flacco, he would be in the running to take it it if he were to outplay Hurts.
Kellen Mond, Texas A&M
Height/Weight: 6-foot-3, 217 pounds
College Stats: 801/1,358, 9,661 yards, 71 TD, 27 INT, 1,609 rushing yards, 22 TD
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: Mond is one of the most intriguing prospects in the draft at the quarterback position. On paper, he seems to have it all, and his college production proves that. Mond put up huge numbers in college, throwing for almost 10,000 yards, 71 touchdowns and running in 22 more while playing against elite competition. The things Mond does well should translate to the NFL, as he gets rid of the ball quickly, is accurate on short passes, makes good decisions and is an excellent athlete. If there is a steal in this year's draft at the quarterback position it will likely be Mond in the middle rounds. Like Trask, the idea of Mond coming in and outplaying Hurts isn't crazy, and he could represent the actual competition the Eagles seem to want at the quarterback position.
Davis Mills, Stanford
Height/Weight: 6-foot-4, 225 pounds
College Stats: 287/438, 3,468 yards, 18 TD, 8 INT, 86 rushing yards, 3 TD
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: It will be interesting to see where Mills goes as he seems to be flying up draft boards the closer the draft gets. A former top recruit, Mills started just 11 games during his time at Stanford, missing two games because of a knee injury. The lack of tape is going to hurt Mills, but he does have an intriguing skill set. Mills has a strong arm and is accurate in the short/middle part of the field, but struggles with his deep ball. Mills has shown he is willing to stand in the pocket and takes hits when it is needed to complete the pass. He is much more of a project than Trask is, but as a middle-round pick, he has the potential to develop into a cheap, quality backup — which is what the Eagles thought they were getting in Hurts before he took the job from Wentz.
CORNERBACKS (16)
Patrick Surtain, Alabama
Height/Weight: 6-foot-2, 202 pounds
College Stats: 40 games, 116 tackles, 24 pass deflections, 4 INTs
Projected Round: Top 15
Analysis: Surtain has been viewed as an elite-cornerback prospect for years, and despite the pressure, has maintained his status as the top cornerback in the draft. Surtain can do it all — he can play outside, he can move inside, he can play man coverage and he can play zone if needed. He has the size to battle with the taller receivers and the speed to stick with them down the field. He is not only strong against the run but has shown he can be an impact player against it. No prospect is a sure thing, but when it comes to Surtain, he is about as close as they come — and projects to be a Pro Bowl player at cornerback.
Jaycee Horn, South Carolina
Height/Weight: 6-foot-1, 205 pounds
College Stats: 30 games, 101 tackles, 23 pass deflections, 2 INTs
Projected Round: Top 15
Analysis: There isn't much not to like about Horn, who is a true man-coverage, shutdown cornerback. He lined up against some of the best receivers in college football during his time at South Carolina and faired well against all of them, a great sign of things to come in the NFL. He didn't create a ton of turnovers in college, but is more due to a lack of passes coming his way than poor ball skills. Not only is he excellent in coverage but he is strong against the run as well. Horn has the physical, confident attitude you want in a No. 1 cornerback, and could be a tone setter on the defensive side of the ball once he gets comfortable at the next level.
Caleb Farley, Virginia
Height/Weight: 6-foot-2, 207 pounds
College Stats: 23 games, 56 tackles, 19 pass deflections, 6 INTs
Projected Round: 1st
Analysis: If not for two serious injuries there is a good chance Farley would be the top cornerback taken in the 2021 NFL Draft. Farley has the size, speed, wingspan and coverage skills to make him a shutdown cornerback at the next level. He is also a playmaker as he picked off six passes in 23 games. A torn ACL in 2019, opting out of the 2020 season and then needing back surgery this offseason, however, hurt his stock. There might not be a bigger high-risk, high-reward player in the draft.
Asante Samuel Jr., Florida State
Height/Weight: 5-foot-10, 184 pounds
College Stats: 31 games, 97 tackles, 29 pass deflections, 4 INTs
Projected Round: 1st/2nd
Analysis: Samuel Jr., son of former Eagles cornerback Asante Samuel, is one of the most interesting cornerback prospects in the draft. Standing just 5-foot-10, 184 pounds, Samuel has the same kind of instincts his father did, picking off three passes in eight games last season, and four overall during his final two seasons at Florida State. Also like his father, however, Samuel Jr. is not great against the run. Samuel has experience in both zone-and-man coverage and could be a Week 1 starter.
Greg Newsome, Northwestern
Height/Weight: 6-foot-1, 190 pounds
College Stats: 17 games, 71 tackles, 20 pass deflections, 1 INT
Projected Round: 2nd
Analysis: Newsome is one of the better man-coverage corners in the draft, having spent time in both man-and-zone coverage and excelling in both. He is comfortable playing up at the line of scrimmage if needed. Newsome has the size and speed to stick with both tall and quick receivers. Newsome is solid against the run, but is likely going to drop because of issues with penalties and injuries during his college career. If he can stay healthy, however, Newsome could be a contributor almost right away in the NFL.
Rodarius Williams, Oklahoma State
Height/Weight: 6-foot-1, 195 pounds
College Stats: 43 games, 169 tackles, 27 pass deflections, 2 INTs
Projected Round: 3rd
Analysis: Williams checks off nearly every box you can look for in a cornerback prospect in the NFL. He has good size, he has good speed and ha shown he is a good enough athlete to stick with all kinds of receivers. He played well in man coverage during his time at Oklahoma State, but also switched over to zone when needed, as well as playing some time in the slot. The issue with Williams? He is going to be 25-years old when the 2021 season comes around — meaning he will be almost 30 when his rookie deal is up. Williams might be able to contribute right away, but for a team rebuilding his age might be a problem.
Paulson Adebo, Stanford
Height/Weight: 6-foot-, 192 pounds
College Stats: 22 games, 97 tackles, 27 pass deflections 8 INTs
Projected Round: 3rd
Analysis: Once considered one of the best college prospects at cornerback after a very strong 2018 season, Adebo had a rocky end to his college career. First, he missed time at the end of the 2019 season with an injury. Then, he opted out of the 2020 season. Despite only playing 22 games, however, Adebo came away with eight interceptions, picking off four passes in both 2018 and 2019. If he played in 2020 he might be a much higher pick, and definitely represents great value in the middle rounds.
Shemar Jean-Charles, Appalachian State
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 190 pounds
College Stats: 41 games, 95 tackles, 30 pass deflections, 2 INTs
Projected Round: 7th
Analysis: Unless they plan on moving Avonte Maddox back inside, the Eagles are going to be looking for a nickel corner this offseason. Jean-Charles could be a good low-round prospect to target. Jean-Charles is undersized but made a ton of plays around the ball in college, batting away 30 passes in 41 games and making 95 tackles.
Aaron Robinson, UCF
Height/Weight: 6-foot-1, 193 pounds
College Stats: 30 games, 103 tackles, 16 pass deflections, 1 INT
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: Robinson is one of the best tacklers in the draft and has shown he can lay a big hit when given the chance. Robinson has good speed but is consistent in coverage, and spent a ton of time in the slot despite standing 6-foot-1. His speed, attitude and versatility makes him worth taking a chance on, but it make take him some time to get on the field.
Ifeatu Melifonwu, Syracuse
Height/Weight: 6-foot-3, 213 pounds
College Stats: 23 games, 88 tackles, 19 pass deflections, 3 INTs
Projected Round: 3rd
Analysis: Melifonwu has great height at 6-foot-3 and is an extremely physical corner, making him a perfect fit opposite Darius Slay, especially against the run. Melifonwu might not be as ready to step in and play as other corners in the draft, but not many have a higher ceiling. Melifonwu's college numbers are pretty good, but the three interceptions in 23 games is not ideal.
Bryce Thompson, Tennessee
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 190 pounds
College Stats: 31 games, 100 tables, 8 pass deflections, 8 INTs
Projected Round: 5th
Analysis: Thompson clearly knows how to make big plays with eight interceptions in 31 games. The fact he has the same amount of pass breakups as interceptions during his time in college is both a good and bad thing. The positive is if he gets around the ball he has shown he is going to make a play on it. The negative is he doesn't get his hands on many passes. Still, eight interceptions in 31 games is impressive, and he is good enough athlete to believe he could keep it up at the next level.
Benjamin St-Juste
Height/Weight: 6-foot-3, 205 pounds
College Stats: 18 games, 62 tables, 11 pass deflections, 0 INTs
Projected Round: 5th
Analysis: St-Juste has elite size for the cornerback spot and has a wide wingspan that helped him get his hands on plenty of passes in just 18 games in college. He spent time both on the outside and in the slot, as well as plenty of snaps up on the line in press coverage. There are medical concerns with St-Juste, who missed all of 2018 with a hamstring injury.
Avery Williams, Boise State
Height/Weight: 5-foot-9, 195 pounds
College Stats: 48 games, 152 tackles, 22 pass deflections, 4 INTs
Projected Round: 6th
Analysis: Williams has good speed for the position and showed the ability to stick with taller receivers on the outside, but standing just 5-foot-9, he will likely be playing the inside at the next level. The Eagles are in need of a nickel cornerback, however, and his physical style of play could catch their attention. He is also a very strong special teams player, blocking five kicks during his time at Boise State.
Camryn Bynum, California
Height/Weight: 6-foot, 200 pounds
College Stats: 42 games, 184 tackles, 28 pass deflections, 6 INTs
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: Bynum has the versatility that the Eagles like in their secondary players, as he spent significant time both on the outside and in the slot during his time in college. He is best in zone, and is considered a strong special teams player which could help him get on the field right away.
Rachad Wildgoose II, Wisconsin
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 197 pounds
College Stats: 24 games, 57 tackles, 14 pass deflections, 1 INT
Projected Round: 5th
Analysis: Wildgoose is going to need time to develop, but there aren't many better pure athletes in the draft at cornerback. Wildgoose played a ton of man coverage in college, and at just under 6-foot he has both the size and speed to stick with most receivers. Wildgoose is an aggressive tackler that has shown he can help in the running game.
Jerry Jacobs, Arkansas
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 203 pounds
College Stats: 21 games, 70 tackles, 10 pass deflections, 4 INTs
Projected Round: 7th
Analysis: Jacobs is undersized, but if the Eagles plan on playing more zone this season than last year, they could take a chance on him in the 7th round. Jacobs has good football instincts and is used to playing in a zone scheme, as he played in less-and-less man coverage as his college season went on. Jacobs has an injury history, tearing his ACL in 2019, but returned to play in 2020.
LINEBACKERS (13)
Micah Parsons, Penn State:
Height/Weight: 6-foot-3, 245 pounds
College Stats: 26 games, 191 tackles, 18 TFL, 6.5 Sacks, 0 INT, 5 PD, 6 FF
Projected Round: 1st
Analysis: Parsons is one of the most interesting prospects at the top of the draft. On one hand, he doesn't have a ton of experience at linebacker, as he played defensive end in college and switched positions when he got to Penn State. Parsons is an elite athlete that has shown he can make play, whether it be exploding into the backfield or laying big hits to force fumbles. It is possible he is used at times strictly as a pass rusher, perhaps even with his hand in the ground. He should also be strong as a blitzing linebacker. The question with Parsons is in coverage, as he didn't get a ton of experience dropping back during his time at Penn State. Still, Parsons is such a disruptive playmaker that he can the potential to go onto any defense and become a difference maker.
Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, Notre Dame
Height/Weight: 6-foot-1, 215 pounds
College Stats: 25 games, 142 tackles, 24.5 TFL, 7 Sacks, 1 INT, 7 PD, 5 FF
Projected Round: 2nd
Analysis: Owusu-Koramoah is an explosive athlete that consistently gets into the backfield with a quick first step. He projects as being strong in coverage due to his athleticism and quickness, but can sometimes overreact in an attempt to make a play and get beat. He did have a drop in production in 2020 from 2019, finishing with fewer tackles, tackles for a loss and sacks in one less game.
Zaven Collins, Tulsa
Height/Weight: 6-foot-4, 260 pounds
College Stats: 32 games, 236 tackles, 25 TFL, 7.5 Sacks, 5 INT, 8 PD, 3 FF
Projected Round: 2nd
Analysis: Collins was a big-time playmaker last season at Tulsa, finishing with four interceptions (two touchdowns), six pass deflections, four sacks, one safety and one forced fumble in just eight game. Collin has excellent speed and athleticism for his size and could be a disruptive force on the defensive side of the ball if he lands with the right coaching staff.
Jamin Davis, Kentucky
Height/Weight: 6-foot-4, 234 pounds
College Stats: 25 games, 144 takes, 5 TFL, 2.5 Sacks, 5 INT, 3 PD, 1 FF
Projected Round: 2nd
Analysis: Davis didn't get a ton of playing time at Kentucky as he was a starter for just one season, but he made the most of his final season. Davis had a monster 2020 season in coverage, picking off three passes (one of which he brought back for a touchdown) and batting away five passes. He has the size and speed to continue being a game changer in the NFL, especially in a zone scheme.
Nick Bolton, Ohio State:
Height/Weight: 6-foot, 232 pounds
College Stats: 32 games, 220 tackles, 17 TFL, 4 Sacks, 2 INTs, 12 PD
Projected Round: 2nd
Analysis: Bolton spent most of his time at Missouri in the outside linebacker spot, but should be able to play all three spots at the next level, and might be best fit in the middle. Bolton is very strong in coverage and has plenty of experience playing zone, which should catch the Eagles' attention. Add in the fact that he is a strong tackler in the running game and Bolton should be a Day 1 starter.
Jabril Cox, LSU
Height/Weight: 6-foot-4, 231 pounds
College Stats: 10 games, 58 takes, 6.5 TFL, 1 Sack, 3 INT, 5 PD, 0 FF
Projected Round: 3rd
Analysis: Cox worked his way up from a redshirt freshman at North Dakota State to a starter on LSU's defense, which speaks volumes about his work ethic and ability to improve. Cox put up good all-around numbers during his only season in the SEC, totaling 58 tackles, one sack, one fumble recovery, eight passes defended and one interception. Cox is strong in coverage, displaying the ability to play in both man coverage and drop back into zone. Cox has good instincts in the run game but struggles tackling, which could be a major issue at the next level. If he improves as a tackler, however, he projects as a very good three-down linebacker.
Chazz Surratt, North Carolina
Height/Weight: 6-foot-2, 225 pounds
College Stats: 24 games, 206 tackles, 22.5 TFL, 12.5 Sacs, 2 INT, 5 PD, 2 FF
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: Another project at linebacker? The Eagles might be hesitant to do so after taking Davion Taylor last year, but Surratt is a player worth keeping a close eye on. Surratt, 6-foot-1, came to North Carolina to play quarterback, but was eventually moved to the defensive side of the ball. The difference between Surratt and Taylor is that Surratt put up huge numbers at North Carolina, totaling 207 tackles, 12.5 sacks and two interceptions in two seasons at linebacker. There aren't many athletes in the draft at linebacker better than Surratt.
Pete Werner, Ohio State
Height/Weight: 6-foot-3, 242 pounds
College Stats: 39 games, 185 tackles, 16 TFL, 4 Sacks, 13 PD, 4 FF
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: Werner could be the three-down linebacker the Eagles need and has serious steal potential in the fourth round if he falls that far. Werner finished with an impressive 54 tackles, one sack, 5.5 tackles for a loss and two forced fumbles last season in only eight games. Werner is a strong tackler that has plenty of experience in zone coverage, and as a four-year starter, should be able to play right away.
Tony Fields II, West Virginia
Height/Weight: 6-foot-1, 220 pounds
College Stats: 45 games, 375 tackles, 21 TFL, 9.5 Sacks, 6 PD, 1 FF
Projected Round: 5th
Analysis: Fields is strong enough in pass coverage that he should be able to carve out a spot on any defense, as he has experience in both man and zone. He showed he is a good enough athlete that he should be able to stick with most tight ends at the next level, and has enough speed to stick with running backs as well. The concern with Fields will be against the run, which could keep him off the field and turn him primarily into a coverage linebacker.
Cameron McGrone, Michigan
Height/Weight: 6-foot-1, 236 pounds
College Stats: 16 games, 91 tackles, 11 TFL, 3 Sacks, 0 INT, 1 PD
Projected Round: 5th
Analysis: McGrone is an elite athlete that has a ton of potential. He was best against the run in college, but has shown he is quick enough to cover running backs and physical enough to cover tight ends. The question is whether he will be able to switch into a zone scheme if needed. He will need some time, but with the right coaching, he could be a steal in the later rounds.
Blake Gallagher, Northwestern
Height/Weight: 6-foot-1, 228 pounds
College Stats: 46 games, 332 tackles, 21.5 TFL, 2 Sacks, 5 INT, 3 PD, 1 FF
Projected Round: 7th
Analysis: Gallagher has shown he can be an impact player in the passing game, picking off four passes in his final two seasons. The fact Gallagher got those interceptions playing in a zone coverage, and using his football instincts to do so, is an encouraging sign for his ability to continue being an impact defender against the pass at the next level.
Max Richardson, Boston College
Height/Weight: 6-foot, 230 pounds
College Stats: 47 games, 315 tackles, 32 TFL, 10 Sacks, 0 INT, 6 PD, 2 FF
Projected Round: 7th
Analysis: Richardson projects as being able to line up at any of the linebacker spots due to his experience moving all around during his time at Boston College. Although he isn't an elite athlete, he does do a good job reacting and reading the offense to get to the ball. Richardson will make a career for himself by excelling in zone coverage.
Rayshard Ashby, Virginia Tech
Height/Weight: 5-foot-9, 237 pounds
College Stats: 36 games, 293 tackles, 34 TFL, 10 Sacks, 0 INT, 3 PD, 5 FF
Projected Round: 7th
Analysis: Ashby is undersized and not particularly quick, which are obvious red flags for the next level. Ashby makes up for his physical limitations with his high-level football instincts, however, which help him both in zone coverage and against the run. Ashby is definitely worth a flyer in the later rounds.
Paddy Fisher, Northwestern
Height/Weight: 6-foot-4, 240 pounds
College Stats: 48 games, 401 tackles, 24.5 TFL, 2 Sacks, 4 INT, 10 PD, 10 FF
Projected Round: 7th
Analysis: Fisher has one of the best resumes in the draft at the linebacker spot, showing he can make plays all over the field with four interceptions, 24.5 TFL and a whopping 10 forced fumbles. There is little question Fisher has the football smarts, size and talent to be a professional player — the question is how good can be be? Some view Fisher as a low-level starter that might be a backup due to his lack of elite athleticism. His outstanding play at Northwestern, however, is hard to ignore.
SAFETIES (11)
Trevon Moehrig, TCU
Height/Weight: 6-foot, 202 pounds
College Stats: 33 games, 124 tackles, 7 INT, 21 PD, 2 FF
Projected Round: 2nd
Analysis: If the Eagles take a safety high in the draft it will likely be Moehrig. Moehrig has the speed and instincts to be a single-high safety, but has also shown the ability to step to the line of scrimmage and play man cover if needed. He doesn't project as being an immediate help against the run, but he is a solid tackler, so he could develop into one once he spends more time in the box. Moehrig's versatility could make him the pick at No. 37 if he is still on the board.
Richie Grant, UCF
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 197 pounds
College Stats: 46 games, 290 tackles, 10 INT, 17 PD, 5 FF
Projected Round: 2nd
Analysis: Grant is likely going to be a safety that spends most of his time in the box at the next level, either playing man coverage in the slot or lining up near the line of scrimmage. Grant doesn't have the speed to play deep safety, which is going to limit his ability to move all around the field, something the Eagles like in their secondary players. Still, he should be able to play right away in a strong-safety role, as he is a strong, physical tackler in the run game that also spent plenty of time in man coverage in college.
Jevon Holland, Oregon
Height/Weight: 6-foot, 207 pounds
College Stats: 27 games, 108 tackles, 9 INT, 10 PD, 0 FF
Projected Round: 3rd
Analysis: Holland's ability to make big plays is hard to ignore, picking off nine passes over the last two seasons and forcing five fumbles — a total of 14 turnovers in 27 games. He should be able to cover tight ends and running backs right away in man coverage, as could step into man coverage to cover slot receivers as well. He is going to need time to develop, but his instincts and man coverage skills make him a prospect worth taking a chance on.
Andre Cisco, Syracuse
Height/Weight: 6-foot, 216 pounds
College Stats: 24 games, 136 tackle, 13 INT, 14 PD, 2 FF
Projected Round: 3rd
Analysis: Cisco is one of the more versatile safeties in the draft, showing the ability to be deep by himself or move up into the box and play man coverage if needed. Cisco has 13 interceptions in 27 games, and that number would likely be much higher if he didn't miss the majority of 2020 with a torn ACL. Cisco might not make it out of the first round if he played all of last season, and could end up being one of the biggest steals of the draft if he returns to the same player he was prior to the torn ACL.
Divine Deablo, Virginia Tech
Height/Weight: 6-foot-3, 226 pounds
College Stats: 41 games, 206 tables, 6 INT, 11 PD, 3 FF
Projected Round: 3rd
Analysis: Deablo has great size for the position and it helps him cover plenty of space in the secondary when he is the deep safety. He spent a lot of time in zone coverage during his time at Virginia Tech, and although he can move up into the box to play man coverage if needed, he might be at his best lining up deep. Deablo picked off four passes last season, which was nearly the number of catches he allowed (six).
Hamsah Nasirildeen, Florida State
Height/Weight: 6-foot-2, 215 pounds
College Stats: 35 games, 223 tackless, 4 INT, 9 PD, 3 FF
Projected Round: 3rd
Analysis: Nasirildeen spent almost half of his time on the field last season near the line of scrimmage, either in man coverage or in the box. He is a strong tackler and aggressive against the run, showing the ability to bring down runners in the open field when he is lined up deep. His size is an advantage in coverage as he should be able to deal with the bigger, quicker tight ends that more teams are using in the passing game.
Tyree Gillespie, Missouri
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 207 pounds
College Stats: 34 games, 146 tackles 0 INT, 12 PD, 1 FF
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: Gillespie's versatility is going to help him get on the field quickly in the NFL. He has the speed and instincts to play single-deep safety if needed, while also having the experience and ability to step up and play man coverage in the slot. Gillespie is a smart player that doesn't take many chances, which some defensive coordinators will like, but the result was also zero interceptions in three seasons. Gillespie has a high floor, but he doesn't project as having the same kind of game-changing ceiling that other safeties in the draft do.
Jamar Johnson, Indiana
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 205 pounds
College Stats: 31 games, 69 tackles, 7 INT, 5 PD, 2 FF
Projected Round: 4th
Analysis: Johnson knows how to make a play on the ball when he is around the play, as evident by the seven interceptions, five pass deflections and two forced fumbles in just 24 games. Johnson is excellent at tracking the ball deep as a single-high safety, but his ability to track also showed when he was in man coverage and teams tested him deep. He struggled to tackle in college, however, and could be a weakness against the run — which is going to limit how quickly he gets onto the field.
Damar Hamlin, Pittsburgh
Height/Weight: 6-foot, 200 pounds
College Stats: 46 games, 275 tackles, 6 INT, 21 PD, 0 FF
Projected Round: 6th
Analysis: Hamlin has plenty of experience in zone coverage, something that will catch the Eagles' attention and could make his transition to their defense an easier one. He projects as being a safety that plays closer to the line of scrimmage, however, due to a lack of elite speed. Hamlin is a solid tackler and has experience playing man coverage if needed in the slot. He is one of the older safeties in the draft at 23-years old, with five years of experience in college.
Joshua Bledsoe, Missouri
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 204 pounds
College Stats: 43 games, 130 tackles, 1 INT, 18 PD, 2 FF
Projected Round: 6th
Analysis: Bledsoe is an in-the-box safety that has great speed and should be able to line up in man coverage against most tight ends, running backs and slot receivers. His speed could allow him to line up deep occasionally, giving him some position versatility.
Jacoby Stevens, LSU
Height/Weight: 5-foot-11, 197 pounds
College Stats: 36 games, 190 tackles, 4 INT, 15 PD, 1 FF
Projected Round: 6th
Analysis: Stevens is a great athlete that moved all over the defense during his time at LSU, and is a bit like Jalen Mills in his ability to play multiple positions without having elite-level speed. Stevens is strong against the run and dangerous as a blitzer, and if he is able to stick with receivers at the next level, he could be a late-inning steal.
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