NFL Draft Results: Eagles pick Keyshawn James-Newby at No. 252

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The Philadelphia Eagles selected Keyshawn James-Newby, an edge rusher from New Mexico, with the No. 252 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. This marks the Eagles' final selection of the draft.

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Eagles selected Keyshawn James-Newby at No. 252
James-Newby is an edge rusher from New Mexico
He recorded nine sacks and 15 tackles for loss in 2025

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 26: Defensive tackle Keyshawn James-Newby #1 of the New Mexico Lobos gestures to the crowd during the second half of the 2025 Rate Bowl against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Chase Field on December 26, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Golden Gophers defeated the Lobos 20-17 in overtime. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) | Getty Images

With the No. 252 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles select … Keyshawn James-Newby, edge rusher, New Mexico!

KJN marks the Birds’ final selection in this year’s draft.

The 23-year-old defender originally played for Montana Tech before transferring to Idaho for two years. He then finished his college football career with New Mexico, posting nine sacks and 15 tackles for loss in 2025.

Philadelphia boosted their edge rusher rotation this weekend by trading for Jonathan Greenard and signing him to a contract extension. They’re also notably returning Jalyx Hunt and Nolan Smith while also adding Arnold Ebiketie and Joe Tryon-Shoyinka through free agency.

KJN is fighting an uphill battle just to make the Eagles’ roster as a depth player who might be able to help out on special teams. Could be practice squad material as a rookie.