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NFL Draft: 12 mid/late-round prospects that could be steals for the Eagles

We’re looking at 12 mid to late-round NFL draft prospects that could end up being steals for the Philadelphia Eagles

The Eagles have had success hitting on late-round picks in the past few years, with Jordan Mailata (2018), Kenneth Gainwell (2021), Jack Driscoll (2020), Quez Watkins (2020), Josh Sweat (2018), Nathan Gerry, Jalen Mills, and Jason Kelce being some of the late round picks who’ve played in a Super Bowl.

The 2023 NFL draft offers Philadelphia another opportunity to reload in the late rounds.

The expectation is that GM Howie Roseman will move around the board, acquiring draft assets and a large group of undrafted free agents.

With the draft just three weeks away, we’re taking an early look at 12 mid to late-round prospects that could end up as steals for the Eagles.

15 NFL draft prospects who are perfect fits for the Eagles’ offensive scheme

We’re looking at 15 2023 NFL Draft prospects that perfectly fit Brian Johnson and Nick Sirianni’s offense with the Philadelphia Eagles.

The NFL draft is full of elite and dynamic offensive talent, but the biggest key to building the perfect roster is selecting players that fit an urgent need.

Brian Johnson was promoted from quarterbacks coach to offensive coordinator in a move that was expected after Steichen accepted the Colts’ head coaching job.

Sirianni hired Johnson in 2021 when he became the Eagles’ head coach. Johnson was the University of Florida’s offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach.

Johnson began coaching in 2011 at Utah, where he was a star quarterback under Urban Meyer. Johnson rose and played a crucial role in Dak Prescott earning All-SEC honors at Mississippi State.

His most important job will be to ensure the NFL’s most dominant offense keeps its identity while taking the next step in efficiency and innovation.

We’re looking at ten prospects who’ll fit his scheme with the fast-approaching NFL draft just three weeks away.

Eagles’ top-30 visits can offer a glimpse into Howie Roseman’s draft plans

With three weeks to go until the 2023 NFL Draft, we’re breaking down the Eagles’ top 30 visits and how that’ll play into Howie Roseman’s draft plans

The NFL draft is fast approaching, and the 2023 influx of talent comes at a reasonable time after a mass exodus of free agents on defense.

Only a tiny percentage of this incoming class will make their mark on the league as a rookie.

With Philadelphia set to sign Jalen Hurts to a massive deal, GM Howie Roseman needs all his picks to deliver the goods immediately.

With the draft just three weeks out, we’re taking a closer look at the Eagles’ predraft visits and whether they offer a glimpse into what Howie Roseman has in store.

Each NFL team can meet with 30 top prospects on their draft boards.

The players you see visiting respective team facilities can help outline organizational needs or serious interests.

Philadelphia has two first-round picks, and they’ve embraced the process, bringing in a host of top names that’ll be selected up and down the draft board.

 

 

 

 

2023 NFL Draft: 10 prospects who can make an immediate impact for the Eagles

We’re looking at ten 2023 NFL Draft prospects that can immediately impact the Philadelphia Eagles.

The NFL draft provides a yearly influx of talent, and the teams that can find immediate contributors in any round usually have the most success.

Only a tiny percentage of this incoming class will make their mark on the league as a rookie.

With Philadelphia set to sign Jalen Hurts to a massive deal, GM Howie Roseman needs all his picks to deliver the goods immediately.

About a dozen specific prospects stand out yearly because of their pro-ready capabilities, and we’ve provided ten that can hit the ground running in Philadelphia.

Eagles bulk up in the trenches in Mel Kiper’s latest 2023 NFL mock draft

The Philadelphia Eagles land an offensive and defensive tackle in Mel Kiper’s latest first-round mock draft for ESPN

The 2023 NFL draft is fast approaching and all 32 teams are at Lucas Oil Stadium this week and are doing their due diligence on potential prospects.

Thanks to some draft night wizardry from Howie Roseman, the Eagles traded the No. 16 overall pick, No. 19 overall pick, and a 2022 sixth-round pick to the New Orleans Saints for the No. 18 overall pick, a 2022 third-round pick, a 2022 seventh-round pick, a 2023 first-round pick, and a 2024 second-round pick.

We tracked Philadelphai’s picks via Tankathon, and after New Orleans went 7-10, Philadelphia locked down a top-ten selection.

ESPN’s legendary draft guru, Mel Kiper, Just released his second mock draft of 2023, and he has the Eagles reloading in the trenches with their two first-round picks.

10 NFL draft prospects for the Eagles to watch at the HBCU Legacy Bowl

With the Scouting Combine fast approaching, we’re looking at 10 NFL draft prospects for the Eagles to watch at the HBCU Legacy Bowl

HBCUs have played a vital role in the development and popularity of the NFL, and as we head toward the NFL draft, some of college football’s top athletes will be on display this week.

On Monday, 47 NFL Draft hopefuls from HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) will participate in a Combine at the New Orleans Saints practice facility.

Then, practices will begin on Tuesday before the HBCU Legacy Bowl (Feb. 25, 4 p.m. ET, NFL Network).

Fayetteville State head coach Richard Hayes Jr. and North Carolina Central head coach Trei Oliver will coach Team Gaither (named after legendary Florida A&M coach Jake Gaither) at the Legacy Bowl. In contrast, Benedict College head coach Chennis Berry and Southern head coach Eric Dooley will lead Team Robinson (named after legendary Grambling State coach Eddie Robinson).

Last year, four HBCU prospects were drafted, including Fayetteville State’s Joshua Williams, who won a Super Bowl ring with Kansas City, and Jackson State’s James Houston, who had eight sacks as a Lions rookie.

With the Eagles having a limited amount of draft picks, we’re previewing 10 players to watch at the HBCU Legacy Bowl.

Former Alabama OT Amari Kight transferring to UCF

Former Alabama OT joining Christian Leary and Javon Baker at UCF

Former Alabama Crimson Tide offensive tackle, Amari Kight, announced his decision to transfer to the University of Central Florida. Kight was a four-star recruit coming out of high school and will join former Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn in Orlando.

Despite not seeing the field much in Tuscaloosa, Kite was the No. 10 offensive tackle in the 2019 recruiting cycle and the No. 76 overall player. At 6-foot-6 and just over 315 pounds, Kight has an NFL frame and can be a valuable immediate starter for the Knights.

Kight was not likely to crack the starting lineup for the Crimson Tide next season, so the in-state product chose to assess all of his options. Kight will team up with former Alabama teammates Javon Baker and Christian Leary in Central Florida.

Ironic that the former Auburn coach keeps making calls on the Crimson Tide.

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Alabama lands 5-star OT Kadyn Proctor, former Iowa commit

MASSIVE FLIP! Alabama lands a commitment from 5-star OT Kadyn Proctor, who was previously committed to Iowa.

Kadyn Proctor, a five-star offensive tackle prospect, has officially announced his commitment to the Crimson Tide just hours ahead of Early Signing Day.

Proctor, a native of Des Moines, Iowa, received an official offer from Alabama in April of 2021. He committed to the Iowa Hawkeyes in late June of 2022.

His decommitment from Iowa just a few days ago came as a surprise to many. With that news, analysts began discussing the possibility of Proctor joining Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide.

He was in Tuscaloosa four days before removing his commitment to Iowa. Today, he shared a picture on Twitter stating his commitment.

Proctor is a 6-foot-7, 330-pound offensive tackle that ranks in the top-five players in the entire country and is rated as the highest offensive tackle.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to cover Alabama football and the recruiting trail for the 2023 season.

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Alabama lands 2023 four-star OT Olaus Alinen

Alabama gains a MASSIVE commitment from one of the most sought after OL in the 2023 class!

Nick Saban and his Crimson Tide are off to a dominant start on the 2023 recruiting trail, and things continue to heat up with a commitment from four-star OT Olaus Alinen.

Alinen is a 6’6, 315-pound elite lineman from The Loomis Chaffee School in Windsor, CT. He is the No. 14 offensive tackle in the class and was also heavily recruited by Ohio State, UGA and Miami. Alinen was also in Tuscaloosa the same weekend as the recent QB commit, Eli Holstein.

This was a key commitment for Alabama, as Alinen’s interest in the Crimson Tide had seemingly wavered, with predictions of him leaning toward Miami surfaced in the last few weeks.

He announced his commitment via Twitter.

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Four-star Tuscaloosa native chooses Tide over Ole Miss, others

Alabama earns commitment from top-100 player in 2023!

The Alabama Crimson Tide made another massive splash in the 2023 recruiting trail by earning a commitment from top-100 OT Wilkin Formby. Formby chose the Tide over Oklahoma, Ole Miss Tennessee, and others.

Formby is the No. 10 overall tackle in his class and the No. 83 player overall, and he had a massive draw due to his frame. Coming in at 6’7 and just shy of 300-pounds, Formby has all of the tools to be the Tide’s next great lineman.

Best of all, Formby is a homegrown Tuscaloosa product from Northridge High School, so he will understand the system and the culture of [autotag]Coach Saban[/autotag] when it comes time to step foot on campus. Formby is a great land for Saban and company.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow along as the Crimson Tide continues to hit the recruiting trail.

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