Final Eagles-only 2026 seven-round mock draft
Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Eagles are projected to trade up to pick No. 16 in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft to select Monroe Freeling, an offensive tackle from Georgia known for his athleticism and versatility, with the potential to eventually replace Lane Johnson.
- In the second round, the Eagles are expected to pick Chris Bell, a 6'2", 220-pound wide receiver from Louisville who had a breakout season but suffered a torn ACL in November; the team has a history of successfully drafting injured players.
- The Eagles have two third-round picks and may select edge rusher Dani Dennis-Sutton from Penn State, noted for his run defense and pass-rushing upside, and offensive lineman Gennings Dunker from Iowa, valued for his versatility and toughness.
- Later rounds may include safety Bud Clark from TCU in the fourth round, a playmaker with good speed but smaller size; blocking tight end Will Kacmarek from Ohio State also in the fourth round, who could develop as a TE2; interior defensive lineman Kaleb Proctor from Southeastern Louisiana in the fifth round, a pass-rusher with good athleticism; and linebacker/edge defender Harold Perkins from LSU in the sixth round, a versatile defender recovering from an ACL injury.
- The Eagles' draft strategy emphasizes acquiring versatile, high-upside players, including those recovering from injuries, to bolster key positions such as offensive line, edge defense, and skill positions, while leveraging veteran mentorship from established players like Lane Johnson.