Ranking the Philadelphia Eagles positional groups after the NFL Draft and free agency

Ranking the Eagles positional groups after the NFL Draft and free agency

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6. Wide Receiver

Alshon Jeffery (likely PUP), DeSean Jackson, J.J. Arcega-Whiteside, Marquise Goodwin, Jalen Reagor, Greg Ward, Robert Davis, Quez Watkins, John Hightower, Deontay Burnett, Shelton Gibson, Khalil Tate

Analysis: On paper, it’s an impressive group and paired with the Eagles tight ends, should make the Birds offense one of the NFL’s best. They have to be healthy and available for that to happen. Jeffery will likely start the season out on the PUP list, while DeSean Jackson looks to regain his Week 1 form from last season. JJ Arcega-Whiteside has an important season ahead of him, while two of the rookies need to step up along with the acquired Goodwin.

Greg Ward is a player to watch and after having a taste of NFL life, may not be ready to give up his slot position. Ward was the Eagles’ most consistent pass catcher down the stretch.