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Why the “Howie Doesn’t Draft CBs in the 1st Round” View Could be Wrong

CB Terrion Arnold

We hear it all the time – Howie has never drafted a CB in the 1st round. But that doesn’t matter because he values the position. And when you look at value and needs, 2024 could be the year he breaks tradition.

Published April 5, 2024
Categorized as Eagles Tagged 2024 draft, CB, cornerback, howie roseman, nate wiggins, quinyon mitchell, terrion arnold

If Howie Wants to Keep Collecting High-Upside CBs, Here are Two He Should Like

Kamal Hadden and Mike Sainristil

If the Eagles feel good with the growth of Kelee Ringo and Eli Ricks, they may be in good shape for the future. But if Howie wants to continue to collect upside CBs, here are two that could make sense in the 2024 draft.

Published January 6, 2024
Categorized as Draft Profile, Eagles Tagged 2024 draft, cornerback, eagles, kamal hadden, mike sainristil, nfl draft

Draft Profile: CB Kamal Hadden, Tennessee

Tennessee CB Kamal Hadden

Tennessee CB Kamal Hadden was having a breakout 2023 season as one of the best CBs in the SEC. At best with the play in front of him, this under-the-radar CB has interesting traits as a mid-rounds pick.

Published December 30, 2023
Categorized as Draft Profile, Eagles Tagged 2024 draft, CB, cornerback, kamal hadden, Tennessee

Why Our Mock Drafts Miss So Often – Howie’s History on Positional Value and Investing Ahead of Needs

Howie Roseman at the Combine

Consensus mocks for the Eagles are rarely right and we swing our picks based on every move in free agency. But Howie doesn’t draft for today’s needs and looking out a year or two gives better insight to what he is likely to prioritize.

Published March 19, 2023
Categorized as Eagles Tagged 2023 draft, cornerback, eagles, edge, howie roseman, offensive line

What We Know About Draft Success: Big Board Chalk, Reaching, and Trading Down

Eagles helmet

The draft is hard, and few GMs if any teams can maintain ongoing success. But there has been a lot of great analysis of what improves your odds. A look into this, what the best move for the Eagles could be, and your chance to vote.

Published March 8, 2023
Categorized as Eagles Tagged 2023 draft, analytics, cornerback, DL, draft, eagles

Will the Eagles Actually, Finally Draft a Cornerback? Inside the Mind of Howie Roseman

Howie Roseman

Looking at history, the question on if Howie will take a corner high in the draft is more complicated than most think. A dive into his history in the draft, in free agency and trades, and what it could mean for 2023 and forward.

Published February 26, 2023
Categorized as Eagles Tagged christian gonzalez, cornerback, darius slay, devon witherspoon, draft, eagles, howie roseman, jalen Ramsey

Draft Profile: If the Eagles Want a CB in 2023, Devon Witherspoon is Who They Should Target

Devon Witherspoon

One of the first “my guys” for the 2023 draft, Devon Witherspoon is a not-talked-about-enough corner. Ultra confident and competitive, smooth in coverage, with some of the best short-area agility in this class.

Published November 19, 2022
Categorized as Eagles Tagged 2023 draft, cornerback, darius slay, devon witherspoon, howie, james bradberry

Our Consensus Mocks Are Always Wrong. And What a Howie Draft Could Look Like

A look back at the top consensus mocked players for Eagles picks shows consensus is almost never right on the player and rarely right on the position. And I take a shot at playing Howie through days 1 and 2 with a very different looking draft.

Published March 17, 2022
Categorized as Eagles Tagged 2022 draft, cornerback, howie roseman, safety, tackle, Wide Receiver

Punt God, Midnight Oil, 80’s Music, and Prospects Close To Your Heart

Who are YOUR guys in the upcoming 2022 NFL Draft ? Not the consensus #1’s but the players from college teams you watch or guys you studied and have an affinity for.

Published February 15, 2022
Categorized as Eagles Tagged 2022 draft, cornerback, draft, eagles, nfl, nfl draft, philadelphia eagles

Tay Gowan’s Unique Journey to the Philadelphia Eagles

“I talked to the Eagles pre-draft and before the draft I already had all my Eagles stuff ready to go. And I was set to come play for the Philadelphia Eagles. And then the Cardinals took me a pick before the Eagles.”

Published January 8, 2022
Categorized as Eagles Tagged cornerback, ncaa, nfl, nfl draft, NFL PLAYOFFS, philadelphia eagles, UCF

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