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Yes, Jihaad Campbell is a great player, but he may have also been the best value pick at 32

With Howie being a positional value adherent, I didn’t think LB was an option pre-draft. And I was wrong. But when you look at how the draft unfolded, Jihaad Campbell made all the sense in the world.

Published May 6, 2025
Categorized as Eagles Tagged 2025 draft, DT, howie roseman, jihaad Campbell, LB, positional value

Yes, Jalen Carter’s extension will be over $40M a year… and worth it

Eagles DT Jalen Carter

Howie is making room for Jalen Carter to be extended before the 2026 season and it’s going to set the DT market, above $40M per year. Here’s why it makes sense and will be a great deal.

Published March 22, 2025
Categorized as Eagles Tagged DT, eagles, howie roseman, jalen carter, salary cap

The salary cap and free agency: Emerging trends and what to expect in 2025

The cap’s going up again, but it won’t allow the spending spree in free agency many think – here’s what to expect on free agent prices, who gets paid, and some new trends in the NFL.

Published February 21, 2025
Categorized as Eagles Tagged analytics, DT, free agency, howie roseman, ol, salary cap, Saquon Barkley

Projecting DTs to the NFL and a look at the 2025 draft class

A look at the 2025 defensive tackle class, who projects well to the NFL, potential values in the draft, and guys Eagles fans should be interested in.

Published February 16, 2025
Categorized as Eagles Tagged 2025 draft, Aeneas Peebles, Darius Alexander, defensive line, Derrick Harmon, DT, TJ Sanders, Walter Nolen

5 positional thoughts on the 2025 draft from an Eagles perspective

While we look at likely Eagles needs, the strength (and weakness) of positions has big implications on the Eagles draft. Here are my thoughts on five positions in the 2025 draft.

Published January 24, 2025
Categorized as Eagles Tagged 2025 draft, Abdul Carter, DT, edge, howie roseman, nfl draft, TE, Tyler Warren

The Eagles 2025 draft: My draft strategy and targets for day 1 and 2

A look at positions of strength in the 2025 draft, what I’m prioritizing for the Eagles, and my targets.

Published December 28, 2024
Categorized as Eagles Tagged 2025 draft, CB, DT, edge, SAF

Eagles 2024 Draft Targets: Trade Ups, Lucky Falls, Options at 22, and Who I’m Passing On

My 10 targets for the Eagles in the 1st round, including trade ups, guys at pick 22, who could fall and be value, trade downs, and guys I’m passing on.

Published April 13, 2024
Categorized as Eagles Tagged 2024 draft, CB, DT, eagles, edge, mock draft, ol, WR

Texas DT Byron Murphy II: Hook ‘Em in April, Howie

Byron Murphy bend

Texas Longhorn Byron Murphy II is a top DT in this class and expect him to be a riser leading up the draft. The Eagles, always looking at the lines, should be interested in him.

Published December 15, 2023
Categorized as Draft Profile, Eagles Tagged 2024 draft, 2024 draft profile, byron murphy II, DT, eagles, longhorns, nfl draft, texas

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