The Eagles’ newest draft pick is HUGE

TL;DR

The Philadelphia Eagles have drafted 6-foot-9 offensive tackle Markel Bell in the third round. Bell, who played for the Miami Hurricanes, is noted for his impressive size and performance, including zero sacks allowed in 2025.

Key points

Eagles draft Markel Bell, a 6-foot-9 offensive tackle
Bell had zero sacks allowed in 2025
He was the first OL pick for the Eagles in 13 years without Jeff Stoutland's input
Bell started 21 games for the Miami Hurricanes
He has an impressive wingspan of 87 1/8 inches

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GLENDALE, ARIZONA - JANUARY 8: Markel Bell #70 of the Miami Hurricanes celebrates on stage after the second half of CFP Semifinal Vrbo Fiesta Bowl against the Ole Miss Rebels at State Farm Stadium on January 8, 2026 in Glendale, Arizona.The Miami Hurricanes defeated the Ole Miss Rebels 31-27. (Photo by CFP/Getty Images) | Getty Images Eagles fans might not know much about the team’s third round pick, but it was obvious right away that Miami OT Markel Bell is an absolute unit. At 6-foot-9, the incoming rookie will be the tallest offensive lineman on the team, which is really impressive given how large Jordan Mailata is, and a quick look at his tape should make people excited that he’s now on Philadelphia’s roster. There was a run on offensive tackles really early in the first round, and while the Eagles had to move on from their Top 4 options, they were able to get a really good developmental guy in the third round. This is the first OL draft pick for the Eagles in over 13 years that Jeff Stoutland hasn’t had a hand in helping to select, so how Bell fits into the new scheme with the new OL coach is less predictable than previous years, but he still checks all the boxes. **What do you think of the pick? Can Bell be the future of the RT position in Philly?***Let us know in the comments!* Here’s what some analysts around the league had to say about the move:

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— Lane Johnson (@LaneJohnson65) April 25, 2026 Just gonna leave this here pic.twitter.com/pphvykEpWp

— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) April 25, 2026 Zero sacks allowed in 558 pass pro snaps for Markel Bell in 2025.

Even bigger, he showed up in the biggest moments:

• CFP v Texas A&M (25 pass pro snaps): 0 pressures • National title v Indiana (34 pass pro snaps): 0 pressures • CFP vs Ole Miss (51 snaps): 1 pressure

— Ryan Fowler (@\RyanFowler\) April 25, 2026 Bell (6-9, 346) spent his first two seasons at Holmes Community College before transferring to Miami. He started 21 games in total for the Hurricanes, including 16 last season. He earned 2025 third-team All-ACC recognition.

Q&A

Who is Markel Bell and what are his stats?

Markel Bell is a 6-foot-9, 346-pound offensive tackle who played for the Miami Hurricanes, starting 21 games and earning third-team All-ACC honors in 2025.

What pick did the Eagles use to draft Markel Bell?

The Eagles selected Markel Bell with the 68th overall pick in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

How did Markel Bell perform in college?

In college, Markel Bell did not allow any sacks during the 2025 season and excelled in critical games, allowing minimal pressures.

What does Markel Bell's size mean for the Eagles' offensive line?

At 6-foot-9 with an 87 1/8-inch wingspan, Markel Bell adds significant size and potential to the Eagles' offensive line, making him a formidable presence against edge rushers.

The Eagles’ newest draft pick is HUGE

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