Apr 25, 2024; Detroit, MI, USA; A Philadelphia Eagles logo during the 2024 NFL Draft at Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
It's just about time for the speculation to end and the 2025 NFL Draft to begin. Here's who the experts believe the Eagles will select Thursday night.
"After 16.5 sacks in 2024, Ezeiruaku burst onto the first-round radar. He is long and instinctive, and he uses his physical tools and savviness to keep tackles on their heels. The Eagles are looking to replenish their edge depth after Josh Sweat left for Arizona in free agency."
"The Eagles could go in several different directions at this pick, and that includes edge rusher, should a talent like Green fall to them. This would feel very similar to when Philadelphia drafted Nolan Smith at No. 30 in 2023."
"Pass rush for a team that’s never going to turn it down. Ezeiruaku has nailed the draft process with an impressive workout season to go with a productive final season at Boston College. Ezeiruaku would be a nice addition after the loss of Josh Sweat and the potential whiff of Bryce Huff."
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No analysis from Florio. Many analysts believe Emmanwori will be the first safety off the board. He's a 2024 First-Team All-American and was voted Safety of the Year in 2024 by College Football Nation.
"There's a good chance Nolen doesn't fall to this point, which might amount to his floor. If the talented interior disruptor does, however, he could find a natural home with Howie Roseman and his love for players who can create havoc in the passing game."
"More offensive firepower for the Eagles, who take the extremely steady Emeka Egbuka and plug him in as the slot receiver from Day 1 alongside A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith."
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"The Eagles keep adding to their already dominant offensive line group. Jackson is a versatile, light-footed blocker with experience at both guard and tackle. He should start at guard but offers the flexibility to fill in at either tackle spot should injuries arise."
"The rules are simple with the Eagles: They take the best Alabama or Georgia player who falls into their lap. Campbell is my No. 12 player in the draft, so he would be a tremendous value at the end of Round 1. If not for the shoulder surgery he’s recovering from, he'd be a lock to go much higher."
One of my strongest beliefs about this draft: If Alabama LB Jihaad Campbell falls, some team is going to get an absolute steal. Extremely high upside prospect. pic.twitter.com/yJhIe1ZoRg
The Eagles are slotted to pick 32nd because their roster is stacked. They had some departures, sure. A pass rusher could be considered their primary need, which is why they're frequently linked to guys like Ezeiruaku. But the Birds remain in the enviable position of truly being able to select the best player possible.
Waiting at pick 32, Howie Roseman & Co. will see a player they like start to fall. They have plenty of ammo to trade up in the form of four fifth-round picks (and maybe TE Dallas Goedert). Temptation will get the better of them, and we'll see them select somewhere in the 15-20 range.
Who will it be? No clue. But it will be someone who shouldn't be on the board and the pick will surely agitate the rest of the league.
In Howie we trust.
