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Eagles' 2026 NFL draft: Best pick, head-scratching pick, best value
TL;DR
The Philadelphia Eagles completed their 2026 NFL draft, adding five versatile offensive players and making three trades, including acquiring Pro Bowler Jonathan Greenard. The draft signals a shift in the team's roster, particularly at wide receiver with the addition of Makai Lemon.
Key points
- Eagles added five versatile offensive players in the 2026 draft
- First two picks are likely future starters for 2025
- Three trades made, including acquiring Jonathan Greenard
- Makai Lemon's addition signals a change at wide receiver
- Overall draft class aims to overhaul the roster
Philadelphia Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles completed their 2026 NFL draft, making slight overhauls to Sean Mannion's unit by adding five talented, versatile offensive players to the roster. The first two picks are future stars and likely 2025 starters, while all five players offer elite skill sets and the potential to develop into critical starters. Further signifying a change is coming at wide receiver, Philadelphia traded up to add Makai Lemon, all but officially signaling the end of the A.J. Brown era.
In all, the Birds made eight selections and three trades – including one that netted a Pro Bowl-caliber outside linebacker, Jonathan Greenard.
With the rookie minicamp complete, we're looking at a full breakdown of the Eagles' 2026 draft class, highlighting the best pick, top value, ideal scheme fit, and the most puzzling selection.
Best bang for buck
Cole Payton, QB, North Dakota State
Consensus rank: 127
Pick number: 178
Difference:+51
A player who, according to some experts, might be a potential third or fourth round pick. Payton fell into the Eagles' lap, highlighting the value Philadelphia had to secure. Payton brings athleticism, mobility, and a versatile skill set that could fit well within the Eagles' new offensive system under first-year coordinator Sean Mannion. With the Bison, he showed the ability to make plays both through the air and on the ground, giving him potential value as a multi-dimensional quarterback at the next level.
The eyebrow-raiser
3d-68: Markel Bell, T,
Q&A
Who were the Philadelphia Eagles' top picks in the 2026 NFL draft?
The Eagles' first two picks are expected to be future stars and likely starters in 2025.
What trades did the Eagles make during the 2026 NFL draft?
The Eagles made three trades, including one that brought in Pro Bowl linebacker Jonathan Greenard.
How does the addition of Makai Lemon affect A.J. Brown's future with the Eagles?
The trade for Makai Lemon indicates a likely end to A.J. Brown's era with the team.
What is the overall impact of the Eagles' 2026 draft class?
The draft class is seen as a significant overhaul, adding talent that could develop into critical starters.
