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Eagles Draft Watch: 7 Tackles Could Go in Round 1 — Where Does Philly Fit?
Seven offensive tackles could be selected in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Eagles have options at pick 23, but the offense-vs-defense conflict creates an interesting decision for Howie Roseman.
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The Eagles' Safety Problem Isn't Going Away — And Howie Roseman Knows It
Howie Roseman was candid about why the Eagles let Reid Blankenship walk and what Tariq Woolen needs to prove. The safety position remains a question mark heading into the draft.
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Have the Eagles Actually Gotten Better This Offseason? The Case For and Against
The Eagles signed Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and continued Howie Roseman's draft proofing strategy. But have they actually improved? The answer depends on how much faith you put in the NFL Draft.
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The Eagles' $200 Million Crossroads: Why the A.J. Brown Decision Defines Philadelphia's Next Dynasty
Philadelphia faces its most consequential roster construction decision since the Wentz era. The A.J. Brown trade timeline, Jalen Carter's looming extension, and Howie Roseman's cap chess reveal a franchise at a critical inflection point.
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Grading Every Howie Roseman First-Round Pick — And What It Tells Us About Pick 23
With the 2026 NFL Draft approaching, we grade every first-round pick of the Howie Roseman era — from Brandon Graham to Nolan Smith — and identify the pattern that should guide the Eagles at pick 23.
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The Eagles Have 24 Players in Contract Years — Here's How Howie Should Prioritize Them
With 24 players entering the final year of their deals, Howie Roseman faces a chess match of extensions, fifth-year options, and calculated gambles. Here's the tier-by-tier breakdown of who the Eagles absolutely must lock up, who they can afford to let walk, and the one-year fliers that could reshape the entire roster.
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The AJ Brown Domino Effect: How One Trade Reshapes the Eagles' Entire Draft Strategy
The Eagles appear headed toward trading AJ Brown after June 1, and the ripple effects will transform their approach at pick 23 and beyond. Here's the full breakdown of how one move changes everything.
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Pick 23 Will Define the Eagles' Next Era: Why the OT vs. Edge Debate Matters More Than You Think
The Eagles hold nine picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, but none matters more than No. 23. With Lane Johnson's clock ticking and edge rusher still unfinished, Howie Roseman's first-round decision could reshape Philadelphia's championship window for years.
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Eagles 2026 Position Report Cards: Offensive Line
Philadelphia's offensive line returns all five starters in 2026 but faces critical questions about depth, Tyler Steen's development, and how a new scheme under Sean Mannion will reshape the unit's identity.
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Why Lane Johnson Will Be Harder to Replace Than AJ Brown
Wide receivers are dime a dozen in the modern NFL. A Hall of Fame right tackle? That's a once-in-a-generation find. Here's why Lane Johnson's departure will hurt more than AJ Brown's.
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The Myles Garrett Effect: Cleveland's 4th-Ranked Defense Won Only 5 Games
Cleveland had a better defense than the Eagles last year — and won 5 games. That tells you everything about Myles Garrett's individual impact on a football team.
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How the Eagles Could Land Myles Garrett for Just One Net First-Round Pick
The math works. Trade AJ Brown post-June 1 for a first, trade out of 23 for another, and suddenly three firsts for Myles Garrett only costs the Eagles one net pick. Here's the full blueprint.
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The Edge Rusher the Eagles Should Be Targeting Isn't Who You Think
Forget the big names. NFL Draft analyst Ian Cummings says Akeem Mezador is the best schematic fit for the Eagles' defense — and he could be available at 23.