Cooper DeJean 2.0? How the Eagles could land another Day 2 steal in the 2026 draft

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Brugler’s 2026 big board identified 37 players as first-round or first/second-round prospects. That means there will be first-round value to be had early on Day 2.

We pored over Brugler’s big board, considered the Eagles’ draft needs and came up with a collection of players who could become the next DeJean steal.

Denzel Boston

Denzel Boston, WR, Washington (No. 26): Carnell Tate, Jordyn Tyson and Makai Lemon are nailed-on first-rounders. KC Concepcion and Omar Cooper Jr. are expected to go by the mid to late 20s, and Boston is, too. The 6-foot-4 target is a contested catch winner and a red-zone threat. But Boston’s lack of sudden speed could cause teams to balk.

Akheem Mesidor, EDGE, Miami (No. 28): Mesidor was a star for Miami during its dream CFP season (17 1/2 TFLs, 12 1/2 sacks). But Mesidor is 25 years old, and he has an injury history, dealing with foot issues in 2022 and 2023. Some teams might get scared off. But we’ve seen Roseman take risks on players with an injury history (see: Jihaad Campbell).

Blake Miller, OT, Clemson (No. 29): Miller has been a popular projection for the Eagles at No. 23. But while Brugler and most draft experts have Miller slotted as a first-rounder, ESPN ranks the Clemson standout as the No. 52 player in the class. If teams view Miller closer to that grade, then there’s a chance he’s around for the Eagles to trade up in the second round.

T.J. Parker

T.J. Parker, EDGE, Clemson (No. 31): Miller’s teammate is ranked right behind him on ESPN. Parker is the No. 53 prospect on ESPN’s board. Again, that’s way off where most others have him. But Parker, who was a projected top-10 pick entering last season, had a dip in production (19 1/2 TFLs in 2024; 9 1/2 in 2025). That could see him fall down the board.

Max Iheanachor, OT, Arizona State (No. 33): Iheanachor has been a fast riser during a stellar pre-draft process. But he’s a late-bloomer; Iheanachor didn’t start playing football until after high school. While the Eagles, who hosted Iheanachor on a pre-draft visit, may view that as an opportunity to mold a future star, other teams might opt for a more proven product.

Chase Bisontis, OG, Texas A&M (No. 34): The Eagles also hosted Bisontis on a top-30 pre-draft visit, which is a sign of legitimate interest. Guard isn’t a position that typically goes in the first round; only three have been drafted in the first round in the last three years. But if Bisontis is around in the early 40s, don’t be surprised if Roseman makes a move.

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