I have a certain admiration for the 7-round NFL mock draft. While it may not be grounded in reality, that doesn’t diminish its value. Today, let’s acknowledge those who possess the dedication and bravery to make 257 predictions, with perhaps only about 25 turning out correct.
23 – EDGE Akheem Mesidor, Miami
54 – WR Antonio Williams, Clemson
68 – TE Max Klare, Ohio State
98 – OT Dametrious Crownover, Texas A&M
114 – QB Cole Payton, North Dakota State
137 – C Jake Slaughter, Florida
153 – S Michael Taaffe, Texas
178 – DT Dontay Corleone, Cincinnati
197 – CB Ceyair Wright, Nebraska
Matt Miller has faced valid criticism lately for his lack of effort. His big boards have included players not even in the draft, and his Substack is managed by his brother.
This mock draft feels somewhat superficial, as if Miller just selected the Eagles’ needs from the top of his list.
However, it’s not entirely off-base. The Eagles do require an EDGE player, would likely need a WR if AJ Brown is traded, and have a future need for a TE to replace Dallas Goedert. An OT prospect is also a necessity, and they may consider a QB later in the draft. A center draft pick makes sense, and there’s a need for another safety. Dontay Corleone fits as a lesser version of a previously hyped prospect, and a bigger CB is a logical choice.
23 – OT Kadyn Proctor, Alabama
54 – EDGE R Mason Thomas, Oklahoma
68 – TE Sam Roush, Stanford
87 – WR Germie Bernard, Alabama
98 – WR Deion Burks, Oklahoma
123 – CB Julian Neal, Arkansas
137 – S Michael Taaffe, Texas
151 – C Parker Brailsford, Alabama
161 – OT Alex Harkey, Oregon
179 – OT Aamil Wagner, Notre Dame
One reason why seven-round mocks lack realism is the absence of trades, but trades will always occur. Kudos to Shane Hallam for including a variety of trades in his mock.
As for the mock itself… it raises some eyebrows. Selecting R Mason Thomas at 54 seems too high for his size and limitations, while Germie Bernard at 87 appears too low. Deion Burks primarily fits as a slot receiver, which might not align with team needs. Roush is gaining attention at the end of the drafting process, likely due to underwhelming team performance limiting his showcase opportunities.
23 – S Emmanuel Warren-McNeil, Toledo
54 – iOL Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon
68 – WR Antonio Williams, Clemson
98 – TE Jack Endries, Texas
114 – DT Dontay Corleone, Cincinnati
137 – EDGE Mikail Kamara, Indiana
153 – OT Drew Shelton, Penn State
178 – G Jaeden Roberts, Alabama
197 – DT Tyler Onyedim, Texas A&M
Accuracy differs from authenticity. An exact seven-round mock draft is nearly impossible; even one round is challenging. However, maintaining alignment with a team’s behavior is achievable, and this mock resonates with several draft strategies from the Eagles.
– The Eagles have shown a willingness to draft Toledo defensive backs, indicating they are monitoring potential Rocket prospects closely.
– Both Pregnon and Roberts are tall interior linemen, a type the Eagles favor, and both are older, a trend seen in their drafting strategy.
– Corleone fits the profile of a prospect who has fallen, similar to both Williams, who was initially projected as a first-rounder, and Kamara, previously viewed as a day two pick last season.
– The Eagles have a history of selecting multiple line prospects in later rounds, having drafted 5 OL and 6 DL from the fifth round onwards since 2021.
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