Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord (QB09) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
The Eagles went defense-heavy in the early rounds of this year's NFL Draft, taking linebacker Jihaad Campbell, safety Andrew Mukuba, defensive tackle Ty Robinson, cornerback Mac McWilliams, and linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. with their first five selections.
But beginning late in the fifth round, the team shifted gears and began adding almost exclusively offensive pieces:
- Center/guard Drew Kendall, Boston College (fifth round, pick 168)
- Quarterback Kyle McCord, Syracuse (sixth round, pick 181)
- Offensive tackle Myles Hinton, Michigan (sixth round, pick 191)
- Offensive tackle Cameron Williams, Texas (sixth round, pick 207)
- Edge rusher Antwaun Powell-Ryland, Virginia Tech (sixth round, pick 209)
Here's what experts had to say about each of the new Eagles.
"The traits and athletic features don’t stand out, but Kendall comes from NFL bloodlines and simply knows how to play. He’s detail-oriented as a run blocker with good footwork, hand placement and body control. He adjusts well to movement in-line or in space to execute his block. He’s not a bender, so I expect him to have trouble dealing with A-gap pluggers and longer bull-rushers who can roll him into the pocket. Kendall’s technique, toughness and intelligence are important elements as a center, but given his measurables and lack of position flexibility, his ceiling might be on the lower end." - NFL.com
"With a bulky body, good accuracy, solid fundamentals and next to nothing as a runner, McCord is a lot like Mac Jones was and still is. Questions about arm strength apply to both gentlemen, but no one could question either's short or intermediate accuracy as prospects coming out of college. It is realistic to believe that McCord might take more chances than Jones did, and McCord's mechanics could be a shade better. But it doesn't mean McCord will be on a similar trajectory than Jones -- in fact, it's more likely McCord will begin his career as a backup with hopes of starting, which is the opposite of how Jones' career went." - CBS Sports The Eagles selected Syracuse QB Kyle McCord 🔥
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"Hinton is a three-year starting tackle, including 10 starts at left tackle in 2024 inside Michigan's run-first (61-39 run-pass split), gap-based run scheme. He has a massive, well-rounded build with good arm length, solid athletic ability and play strength.
"Hinton wins as a run-blocker using his mass, quickness and length to close space, cover up and wall off defenders with the speed to clear lanes on the move as a lead blocker around the edge and on screens. He struggles to refit and re-leverage late in the rep once engaged due to inconsistent footwork that fails to close space and step on the toes of defenders, leading to overextension and getting slipped." - Bleacher Report
"Cameron Williams projects as a starting offensive tackle at the NFL level.
"While teams who depend heavily on athleticism up front might look elsewhere, Williams should appeal to a wide variety of NFL teams. He can execute man-gap and zone-based blocking schemes, and is a generally dependable blocker.
"His shortest route to the field will likely be on the right side, simply due to his familiarity with the position. Williams might need a year of seasoning before he’s ready to start, but it wouldn’t be a surprise to see him pushing for a starting job sooner rather than later." - Yahoo Sports A lot of teams reached for a tackle early, but Philly just got GREAT value with OT Cameron Williams.
Very young and raw, but ready-made NFL frame with a ton of strength. Fun project with big upside.
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"Powell-Ryland used smart hands and a diversified rush plan to accumulate 25.5 sacks over the last two seasons. He lacks length and speed but creates pressures by remaining varied and unpredictable. He uses accurate, violent hands to eliminate the punch and kick-start his bull rush. Powell-Ryland plays with a sturdy base and good leverage at the point, but he’s unlikely to control the edge. NFL length will limit his early wins, so he’ll need to keep developing his counters. The production is hard to ignore but modest traits and average athleticism will make it tough for his numbers to translate to the next level." - NFL.com
