The NFL mock draft season is in full swing, and the Philadelphia Eagles are grabbing attention with predictions focusing on their offensive line needs. With a month to go before the draft, experts are weighing in on who the Eagles might select.
ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. sees the Eagles picking Arizona State's offensive tackle Max Iheanachor with their 23rd overall pick. Meanwhile, NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah predicts they'll go for Alabama's offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor.
Jeremiah's rationale? Eagles GM Howie Roseman is known for planning ahead. With right tackle Lane Johnson secured through 2027, adding Proctor offers both insurance and versatility-Proctor could also play guard if necessary.
Now, why might some question Jeremiah's prediction? The Eagles clearly need depth on the offensive line, especially after losing Brett Toth and Matt Pryor. It's likely they'll address this need on Day 1 or with one of their three Day 2 picks.
However, Jeremiah's draft scenario has Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq going to the San Francisco 49ers at 27th overall, which raises eyebrows. Sadiq is a standout talent, clocking a 4.39 40-yard dash at the Combine and showing impressive blocking skills. Despite the Eagles bringing back Dallas Goedert on a one-year deal, passing on Sadiq could be a missed opportunity.
If the Eagles were to trade A.J. Brown, quarterback Jalen Hurts would need all the offensive weapons he can get. While he has Marquise Brown and DeVonta Smith as targets, adding Goedert and Sadiq would create a dynamic tight end duo unlike anything the franchise has seen before.