It’s that time of year again—draft season! I’ve been extensively scouting various prospects, and as we approach the 2025 NFL Draft, I will share my rankings focused on the Eagles. Before diving in, please note the following points!
- My rankings consider the specific needs and fit of the Eagles’ scheme. This means that player ‘X’ might be rated higher than player ‘Y’ in purely talent terms, but player ‘Y’ could rank higher because of how well they match the Eagles’ requirements.
- Pay more attention to the tiers than the exact rankings. I categorize players into tiers when their evaluations are close, indicating there may not be significant differences among them.
- While I may touch upon off-field and injury concerns in my evaluations, these factors do not influence the rankings due to a lack of concrete information.
- If a player is missing from my rankings, it’s because I haven’t had the chance to analyze them. Feel free to suggest any player you’d like me to cover before the draft, and I’ll make an effort!
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Wide Receiver Rankings
Tier 1
1. Travis Hunter, Colorado, 6-0 3/8 188
Overall: Hunter is a remarkable athlete with top-tier receiving skills and the potential to be a WR1 if he focuses on offense. He’s agile, a dependable target, and possesses the speed to make plays after catching. Yet, dividing his time between cornerback and wide receiver could limit his offensive production. Ideally, he might thrive primarily as a cornerback with occasional offensive contributions.
2. Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona, 6-4 1/8 219
Overall: McMillan is a solid prospect who excels as a tall, physical outside receiver. While he has impressive length, he needs to refine his route running and blocking. However, his size and production suggest he could evolve into a reliable No. 2 receiver, possibly aspiring to be a low-end No. 1 in the league.
3. Matthew Golden, Texas, 5-11 191
Overall: Golden is a versatile receiver with strong skills for both inside and outside roles. He shows toughness and speed but has had some minor injury troubles and moments of inconsistency on film. Despite this, he would be an excellent fit for the Eagles, although he’s likely to be selected before their 32nd pick.
Tier 2
4. Luther Burden III, Missouri, 6-0 206
Overall: Burden is intriguing but tough to assess due to a schemed college role. He’s a dynamic playmaker who hasn’t had enough chances to showcase his talent but comes with some risk, particularly concerning his route running and effort. He could fit well at pick 32 if the Eagles seek an explosive slot option.
5. Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State, 6-0 7/8 202
Egbuka is an intelligent receiver, effective with his route-running and hands. While he can provide immediate WR2 value, his profile might not align with what the Eagles prioritize, given that he plays primarily inside.
6. Jayden Higgins, Iowa St, 6-4 1/8 214
Higgins offers size and good ball skills but does not present game-breaking speed. His strong blocking abilities and physical tools are indicative of a starting outside receiver, fitting well as a complementary option for the Eagles.
7. Elic Ayomanor, Stanford, 6-1 3/4 206
Ayomanor is developing but has promising potential due to his vertical challenge. Given the Eagles’ requirements for a solid blocking receiver, he would be a great asset, ideally selected in the second round.
8. Jaylin Noel, Iowa State, 5-10 194
Noel is a polished slot receiver, moving efficiently in space. His lack of speed might limit him compared to others, yet he could emerge as a reliable WR3 for the Eagles, although his projection may seem high given their current receiving lineup.
9. Kyle Williams, Washington State, 5-10 1/2 190
Williams showcases explosive speed and playmaking ability. Although he needs to develop as a route runner, he could significantly outperform expectations and provide valuable contributions inside and outside.
