Uar Bernard selected by Eagles at 2026 NFL Draft in intriguing pick
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Eagles selected Nigerian defensive tackle Uar Bernard in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft, despite him having no prior football experience.
- Bernard, 21, is part of the NFL’s International Player Pathway program, which previously produced Eagles offensive tackle Jordan Mailata, a seventh-round pick in 2018 who became a second-team All-Pro in 2024.
- Bernard’s athleticism is exceptional, with impressive physical metrics including a 39-inch vertical jump, a 10-foot-10 broad jump, and a 4.63-second 40-yard dash at 306 pounds.
- Trained by Jordan Luallen since January, Bernard has shown significant improvement in flexibility, fluidity, and overall athleticism in a short time.
- Eagles GM Howie Roseman emphasized the extensive evaluation process the team conducted before drafting Bernard, highlighting their belief in his potential to develop into a standout player.
