Posted April 20th, 2026 | Comments Off on Monday Morning News BlitzI woke up this morning and suddenly there were a ton of Eagles related nuggets in the news and on Twitter. Since this draft week, people will be putting out a ton of content, some good and some just noise. Let’s go over what’s out there.
Boom. That’s quite a nugget to read first thing. Nothing is official, obviously. It feels like there is a possibility the two teams have the framework for a trade in place that will take place in June due to the cap issues. We know they have had a lot of discussions. There isn’t a receiver the Pats can add in the draft who would make them less interested in Brown. That’s the problem with picking 31st.
Since nothing is official another team could jump into the mix. A lot can change between now and June. You never wish for someone to get hurt or arrested or anything bad, but a contending team could lose a WR and suddenly find themselves desperate for help.
This doesn’t necessarily mean anything, but it feels worth mentioning.
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Schefter then had this to say.
The Eagles could be making more trades beyond any Brown-related move. League sources say that general manager Howie Roseman is plotting to make a deal on draft weekend. Roseman usually has a trick or two up his sleeve, and other front office executives suspect there’s one coming this week.
The obvious move would be a trade for Vikings edge rusher Jonathan Greenard. He reports the Vikings are looking for a Day 2 pick, which is what we’ve heard. The complication is that Greenard also wants a new deal. That lessens his value, even if just a bit. The teams have talked about a deal for Greenard, but Minnesota doesn’t seem in a rush to move him. Jeremy Fowler reports the team doesn’t want to trade him. That could be spin or the Vikings might really want to keep him. They just don’t seem to want to give him the new deal.
Greenard is a good pass rusher. He had 12.5 sacks for the Texans in 2023 and 12 for the Vikings in 2024. He only had 3 last year, despite having a 23.3% pass rush win rate. His QB hits fell to 12 so pressure was there, but he just wasn’t getting his hands on the QB. Greg Cosell is high on Greenard. x
Howie has legit interest, but is hesitant to pay the price the Vikings want. Deadlines spur action so if something is going to happen it will likely be this week. Greenard isn’t the only pass rusher who might be available.
Could be another option for the Eagles if they prefer a veteran edge rusher. Highsmith had 9.5 sacks and 19 QB hits last year. Herbig, who is youngerk, had 7.5 sacks and 18 QB hits. Both of them would be good fits in Fangio’s scheme. Tanner McKee for Highsmith? Could make sense for both sides.
Giants edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux is reportedly available as well. He only had 2.5 sacks and 9 QB hits last year, but the Giants are still looking for a good return for him. I think I would rather go with a draft pick than him. Still, always good to have options.
The Eagles will add a key pass rusher this week, whether in the draft or in a trade.
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A quick draft nugget of interest.
McCoy is purely a health issue. He’s coming off a torn ACL. He’s fine now, but there is some long term concern. I doubt the Eagles have serious interest in a first round corner.
I’m sure the Eagles have interest in both Faulk and Proctor. They could both go Top 15 or they could be on the board in the 20’s. I feel Proctor goes in the Top 20. The issue with him is his weight and sloppy play at the beginning of the year. I think his Combine performance and team visits have made people more comfortable that they can trust him. Faulk just wasn’t productive. He had 3 sacks last year despite being big and athletic. That has some teams concerned. His potential is through the roof so he will be a first rounder. We just don’t know how early.
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There is a growing buzz that the Cardinals want to move back into the first round for QB Ty Simpson. If so, the Eagles will be one of the teams they talk to about a trade. I think Howie would prefer to stay put, but the right offer could change that. Just another scenario to keep in mind.
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Posted April 19th, 2026 | 1 Comment »With the Eagles about to add a new rookie class in a few days, I thought it would be a good time to take a look at last year’s class and how they did. It can offer some good perspective. Everyone is an optimist in April, but reality sets in during the season and potential becomes a bad thing if unfulfilled.
Jihaad Campbell was the first round pick. We were shocked the Eagles went with an off-ball LB that early. It was the first time since 1979. Campbell was forced to start because Nakobe Dean was hurt. Campbell started 10 games, finishing fourth on the team with 80 tackles. He had an INT, a FR, 2 TFLs, 1 FF and 3 PDs. He showed a lot of potential, but did have his ups and downs. He showed cover skills. He was a solid tackler. His run defense was up and down, but that comes with adjusting to the pro game. Overall there was a lot to like.
Campbell has a bright future and should be a key player for years to come.
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Safety Drew Mukuba was the second round pick and another guy who got on the field right away. The Eagles saw his playmaking ability over the summer and wanted him on the field. He started 10 games and had 46 tackles, 2 INTs, 3 PDs, 2 TFLs and half a sack. Mukuba did make plays right away, but also had some costly coverage breakdowns early on. As good as the SEC is, NFL QBs are on a much different level and he found that out the hard way. The good news is that he adjusted and played more consistently as the season went along.
Some people might have gotten spoiled by Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean. Those guys were great from day one. Mukuba is more of a typical player. He showed talent right away, but it took him time to fully adjust to the NFL. I think he’ll be a good safety for the team for the next several years.
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Howie moved out of the third round and took DT Ty Robinson in the fourth. Robinson had an underwhelming rookie season. He played in 11 games, had 5 tackles and 1 QB hit. I went back and looked at my draft notes. I loved his motor and athleticism, but noted that he struggled to get off blocks. Most of Robinson’s PT came in the season finale when starters rested. He showed a good motor and athleticism. But he really struggled to get off blocks.
Don’t get too down on him. Many DL struggle with that early on. OL play in college is erratic. The NFL is much tougher and it takes time to adjust. Nick Sirianni loves to talk about block destruction. That’s what Robinson must focus on this offseason. The good news is that Clint Hurtt is a terrific DL coach. Think about Gabe Hall. He looked completely lost as a rookie and then pushed for a roster spot last year. He made a huge leap. Robinson is more talented than Hall. If he can have the same kind of leap that Hall did, Robinson can be a good rotational DL this season. The potential is there.
The Eagles can’t count on that leap. It doesn’t always happen. They could look to add another DT this week. It is worth noting that Howie Roseman said the Eagles were very high on Robinson and were excited to add him. This is a guy they have high hopes for.
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Mac McWilliams was the first of three fifth round picks. He spent time in the slot and outside over the summer, but never really developed at either spot. Vic Fangio spoke highly of him so this is a player he sees something in. We didn’t see it because McWilliams only played five games in the regular season. He did have a good showing in the preseason.
It will be interesting to see what the Eagles do with him this summer. Do they have him focus outside or in the slot?
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LB Smael Mondon was next up in the fifth. He played in all 17 games, mainly on STs. He finished the season with 11 tackles. He had a terrible preseason debut, missing tackles and really struggling. We all wondered why they drafted this guy. Over the next two games he had 7 tackles and 2 TFLs. He played with more confidence and his tackling was much, much better.
Mondon was a terrific coverage LB in college. He could develop into a good role player and carve out a role in the nickel or dime packages. He’s a solid STer. We’ll see if he can develop into anything more than that.
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Center Drew Kendall was the final pick of the fifth round. He had a solid showing in the preseason, but struggled to be active on gamedays. He only played in seven games, starting the season finale. I thought he looked pretty good. He snapped the ball well. His footwork was good. I thought he was pretty good with his hands, engaging defenders and trying to sustain blocks. He looked good on reach blocks. We didn’t get to see him out in space all that much.
I think the biggest thing for me is that needs to get bigger and stronger. That will help him anchor in the pass game and get more movement in the run game.
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OT Myles Hinton was one of several sixth round picks. He was someone that Jeff Stoutland liked a lot. We’ll have to see what the new offensive staff thinks. Hinton played over the summer and then spent the season on IR. He looked rough in the first preseason game and then was much better the next week.
Hinton has great size. He shows some potential, but still struggled with the speed of the NFL game. He’ll need to take a big step forward this offseason to seriously push for a roster spot. He could be a good candidate for the practice squad.
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Cameron Williams was another OT from the sixth round. The Eagles knew he was a project when they took him. He came out a year too early and fell in the draft. Williams has great size and length. He will show good footwork at times, but really struggles there at other times. He is sloppy with his hands and feet. He’s like a teenager that had a growth spurt and looks uncoordinated due to his new size.
In college Williams was able to win with size, length and strength. His footwork was his weakness. He started the season finale and had some good moments. He relied on his size, length and strength to win. He struggled in known passing situations due to his poor footwork, just like college. Williams does have NFL ability. He is worth trying to develop. But he’s got a long way to go. Playing in the finale probably did him a lot of good. He can study the tape. And he knows what NFL speed is like now.
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QB Kyle McCord and edge Antwaun Powell-Ryland are no longer with the Eagles.
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Let’s go over the UDFAs.
WR Darius Cooper came out of nowhere to have a great camp and earn a roster spot. He has good hands and is tough. He will block. He played in 13 games and finished 9-92 as a receiver. He could be a good WR4 or WR5.
Brandon Johnson played in three games, starting the finale. He can play in the slot or safety. Johnson had a good summer and showed potential. His size and length makes his best fit the slot. That’s a crowded position already so he’ll have an uphill battle for a roster spot. He could be a good fit for the practice squad as a player to develop for the future.
OL Hollin Pierce is massive. Stoutland loved guys like that. I don’t know if the new staff will value size as much. Pierce moved from OT to OG and was up and down with that. I think he’s a long shot to be back. The team has kept him around so they do like him. He moves well for a guy his size so he will have a chance to show what he can do.
I’m also going to mention Willie Lampkin, who the Eagles claimed after he was cut by the Rams. He is only 5-10, 290, but Lampkin is strong, physical and athletic. He spent the season on IR so we didn’t get to see him in green. Really interesting player who could fit at OG or C.
That quickness is legit. His power and leverage are impressive. Should be a very good fit for the new scheme. Can’t wait to see him play this summer.
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For some perspective on the later picks, watch this pre-draft discussion from last April.
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