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by Tommy Lawlor

Eagles Mock Draft 1.0

Posted April 14th, 2026 | 1 Comment »

Mock drafts can be a fun exercise. Or they can be torturous. You want to be realistic in what you think might happen. At the same time there are surprises every year in the draft. If I had the Eagles drafting Shedeur Sanders in the fifth round last year you all would have put me in an asylum. But he did last that long, shocking us all. That’s the beauty of the draft. As much as we know (or think we know), there will be surprises.

I have been watching tape of prospects for the past couple of months. I’ve got notes on a ton of players. This class isn’t loaded at the top, but has good depth at some positions where the Eagles need it. They don’t have to reach for a TE or safety. There will be good choices on Day 3.

Here is my first attempt at a mock draft for the Eagles. This isn’t my preference, but rather just an idea of what could happen. I’ll post another mock next week with what I want to happen.

1 – 23 – OT Caleb Lomu – Utah – 6-6, 313 

In this scenario both Monroe Freeling and Kadyn Proctor are off the board. The Eagles go with Lomu, who is just 21 years old. He ran 4.99 at the Combine showing good athleticism for a player his size. He started 24 games for the Utes at LT. He has good feet and balance. Can be an excellent pass protector. Did a lot of run blocking for Utah’s run-heavy offense. Able to pull and block on the move. He’ll need to get stronger, but he’s got the kind of tools the Eagles like in prospects. Guys his size don’t normal move like he does. He’s also more technically advanced than you would expect for a 2-year starter. The Eagles brought him to Philly for a visit so we know they have some interest.

I don’t think the transition to RT would be too much of an issue for him. His footwork is smooth and natural, which should help him to adjust to a new side.

2 – 54 – WR Ted Hurst – Georgia State – 6-3, 206

I’m still of the belief that AJ Brown gets traded so the Eagles will likely want to add someone to the mix. They don’t have to do it this early, but Hurst is too good to pass up. He runs 4.42 and has good size. He’s really good at going up and getting the ball. He led the FBS over the past two seasons with 34 receptions of 20 or more yards. We know the Eagles love to focus on explosive plays so Hurst is a good fit from that perspective. He has good body control, which I really value in receivers. Hurst has strong hands. He’ll need some work, but the Eagles have good depth at WR so he can learn as a rookie.

He can be WR2 in the future. He’s got legit size/speed and the skills to go with it.

3 – 68 – Edge Derrick Moore – Michigan – 6-4, 255

Losing Jaelan Phillips means the Eagles need to add an edge rusher. I’m guessing they would like one with a bit of size, someone who can both set the edge vs the run and get after the QB. Moore checks both of those boxes. He is a tough, physical player. He loves to power rush and drive OTs into the backfield. Moore is athletic enough to get by OTs as well. He had 10.5 TFLs, 10 sacks and 2 FF last year. Team captain.

Moore is the kind of productive, disruptive player the Eagles need up front. He’s not a project, but someone who can come in and contribute right away if needed.

3 – 98 – OG Gennings Dunker – Iowa – 6-5, 319

Played RT for the Hawkeyes, but doesn’t have the footwork to be a starting OT in the NFL. Can move inside and play at a high level. Terrific run blocker. Fires off the ball and gets good movement. He’s good on reach blocks, which should be important in the new offense. Dunker is a finisher. He wants to punish defenders and put them on the ground. Solid athlete with 38 career starts. Did play RG for one game at Iowa. Solid pass protector at the college level. Anchors well and plays strong. Smart, technically sound blocker. Gets a lot of attention for his long red mullet, but this guy is a good player. Would fit the Eagles OL room well with his attitude, on and off the field.

We know the Eagles like versatile OL. While I don’t like Dunker’s feet for a full-time starting role, could play RT as a backup if needed.

4 – 114 – TE Nate Boerkircher – Texas A&M – 6-6, 245

The Eagles have to add a TE in this class. They have three guys on one-year deals and need a player for the future. Boerkircher is older than you would prefer at 24, but has a good combination of size, athleticism and skill. He is one of the best blockings TEs in the class. He is also a talented pass-catcher. Boerkircher didn’t post big numbers because of the offenses he played in, but you can see the ability is there. He only went 38-417-4 for his career. 19 of those catches came last year. The Eagles brought him to Philly for a visit so we know they have interest.

Maybe Boerkircher develops into a starting TE. Or maybe he’s TE2 and a good blocker for you. Either would be fine. The Eagles don’t have to find a future starter this year. They do need to find a young TE to be at least a key role player.

4 – 137 – SAF Kamari Ramsey – USC – 6-0, 202

Ramsey played nickelback for the Trojans in 2025. We know Vic Fangio likes versatile DBs so Ramsey checks that box. He has okay size and ran 4.47, which is good speed for a safety. Ramsey is a physical hitter and solid tackler. When he played safety he was deep a lot. Has excellent range. Gets a good break on the ball. He only had 2 INTs in college, but I think he can be more productive in a good defense. USC had some issues.

Ramsey would be a good fit for the Eagles. He can cover man to man or play back and cover the deep middle. He looks like a natural centerfielder type, which would complement Drew Mukuba well. I think Ramsey is a starter and would be great value here.

5 – 178 – DT Cameron Ball – Arkansas – 6-4, 310

The Eagles have a good DL with Jalen Carter, Jordan Davis, Moro Ojomo and Byron Young. Ty Robinson didn’t show much as a rookie, but the team was very high on him so let’s give him a chance to develop. There is always room for another talented big man and Ball is just that. He has good size and is also athletic. He played mostly NT for the Hogs, but did move around at times and showed the ability to move well and be disruptive. Good motor, especially for a big man. He started 31 games so he’s got good experience. It is never a bad thing to load up on DL from the SEC.

Ball is more physical than Robinson, but not as athletic. Fangio’s defense relies on physical DL to control the line of scrimmage so he’s a good fit in that sense. I also think they will like the fact he can play any spot on the line.

6 – 197 – CB Andre Fuller – Toledo – 6-1, 200

Did someone say a CB from Toledo? Quinyon Mitchell would certainly approve of this pick. Fuller isn’t in his class, but is a legit NFL prospect. Nick Sirianni is close friends with Toledo coach Jason Candle so he gets the inside scoop on those guys. Fuller has solid size and runs pretty well (4.49). He was in college for 6 seasons and is 24 already, but that’s not as big a factor at this point in the draft. Fuller had 12 PDs and 1 INT as a senior, when he had a breakout season. Previously had played some safety. I’m sure the Eagles like that versatility. Fuller is one of the most physical CBs in the class.

I think Fangio and Sirianni would love his physicality and toughness. He might develop into a solid CB. At the least, he could be a STs demon. He can run, hit and tackle. There is always room on a roster for a guy like that.

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