OLB Marcus Smith is the Pick
Posted: May 8th, 2014 | Author: Tommy Lawlor | Filed under: Philadelphia Eagles | 282 Comments »My priority in the 2014 draft was for the Eagles to get a good OLB. The Eagles never had a chance to get Anthony Barr so that meant they had to look elsewhere. I assumed they would pass on guys at pick 22 and go for them in the 2nd round.
The Eagles threw me a curve ball.
They took OLB Marcus Smith from Louisville. I like him quite a bit and the pick is fine with me. Earlier today I mentioned him as a target if they moved back.
Here are some players the Eagles could target if they do move back
1 – WR Cody Latimer – Indiana…he could be the target at 22. I’m sure the Eagles would love to move back a few spots and get him if that is possible.
2 – CB Bradley Roby – Ohio State…I thought he was a Top 10 player coming into the year. Playmaker who can cover, hit and tackle. Outstanding on STs. Had a recent arrest that will bother some teams.
3 – LB Jeremiah Attaochu – Georgia Tech…Another player I struggle with in terms of value. I like him quite a bit, but I don’t have a good feel for what NFL teams think. I’d love to see the Eagles get him.
4 – LB Marcus Smith – Louisville…Maybe the most complete 3-4 OLB prospect in the draft. He can set the edge, rush the passer and cover. Looks natural at all 3.
5 – WR Kelvin Benjamin – Florida State…I don’t want him, but the Eagles just might. Has great size at 6-5, 240, but is an awkward player. Some offensive guru is going to fall in love with his potential. I’m hoping it is Sean Payton and not Chip Kelly.
I had Smith listed on my “I Want the Eagles to Take” list.
I’ll write more about him later, but this is a solid pick. I figured he would go in the early 2nd. I won’t complain about the Eagles moving back and then taking him. They addressed a spot that I wanted with a player I wanted. And Smith fits the Eagles scheme. He could be an outstanding player for Bill Davis and Chip Kelly.
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