The time has come for final thoughts and draft projections. In this mock, I did a WWDD (What Would David Do) if I were the Philadelphia Eagles General Manager. I made four trades and added nine players to enhance and add depth to a Super Bowl roster capable of a run at the Philadelphia Eagles’ third Championship in nine years.

Round One

I wanted to move up the board and draft Derrick Harmon in round one. Unfortunately, the Green Bay Packers selected him at pick 23. That value was too high for me to jump ahead. I pivot and move out of round one.

*TRADE ALERT*

The next grouping of players on my Eagles board is relatively the same for the next 15 picks, so I decided to move down, trading with the New Orleans Saints, who selected QB Jaxson Dart to end the first round. The Eagles received picks 40 and 93 for 32 and 168. With the first of those picks in round two, the Philadelphia Eagles select a future franchise core offensive player.

Round Two

RD2 Pick 40 Mason Taylor, Tight End, LSU

Taylor is a chain mover; he makes receptions from any spot on the line, often creating mismatches and making a quarterback’s life easier. Taylor has a knack for getting open, provides good YAC, wins contested catches, and shows off above-average hands. He had a 1.8% drop rate. In the right scheme, he will flourish. Mason showed off a more advanced route tree at the Senior Bowl than during his time with LSU. He is one of my two favorite tight ends for the Eagles in this draft cycle. Mason could go as early as the 32nd pick, but at the least likely requires a significant move up to acquire.

Even though I missed out on Harmon, I was still focused on acquiring a DT, a position I view as a need and one I wanted a top-50 talent at.

*TRADE ALERT*

Seattle called with an offer of their second-round pick of 52 for the Eagles’ third-round selection at 96 and a 2026 second-round selection. The price may seem steep, but armed with three third-rounders in 2026 and 12 draft picks. I accept the offer. I can move down with all of that draft capital ammo I have next year to get back into round two if desired. With the 52nd pick, the Eagles select a Defensive Tackle.

RD2 Pick 52 T.J. Sanders, DT, South Carolina

Sanders has elite length, which he uses well to eliminate passing lanes. He displays a quick burst, is disruptive, and causes havoc in the backfield. T.J. provided an interior pass rush in college (8.5 sacks in 2 seasons), sheds blocks well, and is a solid tackler with high TFL totals. He is one of my favorite prospects for the Eagles at the position. T.J. is a toolsy and high-upside player who would thrive in the Vic Fangio defensive scheme.

I stay focused on the trenches with my third 2nd-round pick and want to utilize the selection at OL. This is one of the players I have targeted the entire draft cycle. I am ecstatic that he is available at 64, and I run to the podium with the card. Everyone in the Eagles’ war room smiles, knowing they may have secured a future guard or tackle for their vaunted o-line for years to come.

RD2 64 Pick Charles Grant, iOL, William & Mary

Grant is an explosive, strong player with 35+ inch arms. He played 227 pass-blocking snaps in 2024 and lost eight snaps. His 96.48% win rate was good for 6th in class at iOL. Charles has a wrestling background, which I LOVE for OLs. He is a fluid, disciplined athlete blessed with vice grips for hands. Grant did not play for Georgia, but he has the mentality to fit in with them from day one. “On the field, I’m a dawg.”

Round Three

*TRADE ALERT*

I dealt the third-round pick (93) from moving out of round one and include two fifth-round picks (2026 R5 and 164) to the Denver Broncos, who didn’t have a fifth this year, to move up eight spots to 85 and select a falling edge rusher that I have thought was a perfect fit for the Birds all season.

RD3 Pick 85 Josaiah Stewart, Edge,

Stewart has excellent speed, agility, an elite first step, and a plethora of pass-rush moves, including swim, chop, etc. He has shown adequate bend getting around the edge, has a high motor to keep pressure on opposing quarterbacks, and has active, violent hands to thwart offensive linemen. Josaiah can win with outside or inside pass rush moves and had above-average pass-rush and run-stopping rates in college. The Eagles prefer athletic edge rushers, and while some may think he is small for the position, he should be a perfect fit in Philadelphia.

Round Four

With my only fourth-round pick, I stand pat and stay on the defensive side of the ball to select a home-state favorite.

RD4 Pick 134 Jaylen Reed, Safety, Penn State

Reed was a two-year starter for the Nittany Lions and was versatile during those two years. His responsibilities increased, as did his ability to get to the QB and make plays in the backfield. He had 6.5 tackles for loss and 2.5 sacks. Jaylen made an impact in the passing game, showing off nice coverage and playmaking ability with 3 interceptions, including a pick-six! Many fans believe the Eagles may sign Justin Simmons post-draft, and some signs point in that direction. Even if they do, Reed would be a target in this draft.

If the Eagles feel good at Safety and decide to draft a CB, Nohl Williams, Dorian Strong, and Jacob Parrish are all options that could be available in this range.

Round Five

RD5 Pic 161 Jalen Travis, OT, Iowa State

Travis gets out of his stance as fast as any OT in this class. He then uses his length, leverage, and core strength to win pass-pro reps. He performed well at the combine and the Senior Bowl, where he showed off his lateral quickness in a rep against Edge Rusher Femi Oladejo. Jalen is a force in the run game, seeking and destroying anything in his path. He has experience at both tackle positions and would be an ideal selection for a swing tackle early, the eventual heir to Lane Johnson down the road. Travis is a player the Eagles have used one of their 30 visits to meet with.

I considered adding to the WR room by selecting Jaylin Lane, a WR out of Virginia Tech, but I stayed true to my core values of investing in the lines. Hollin Pierce, another favorite, was already drafted in the 140s.

RD5 165 Jaydon Blue, RB, Texas

Blue is reportedly 5’9, 196 lbs, and an absolute blur when utilizing his 4.3 speed. Jaydon demonstrates elite quickness, bounce, and shiftiness, making it difficult to get a proper angle to bring him down. His explosive big-play ability would add to an impressive RB room in Philadelphia. Blue is a patient runner with above-average hands and has proven he can be efficient in pass pro.

Bhayshul Tuten, LeQuint Allen, and Raheim Sanders could also be in play.

With what I thought would be my final pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, I once selected a player on the defensive side of the ball for the fourth time, bringing in some depth and insurance at a position where the Fangio system has players flourishing.

RD5 168 Teddye Buchanan, LB, California

Teddye has elite instincts and the speed to utilize them properly. He has a natural burst to shoot gaps and closes space to ball-carriers quickly. Buchanan tallied 5 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and 114 tackles last year for the Golden Bears. Teddye reportedly met with the Eagles at the combine and would be a great addition to their linebacking room.

Round Six

*TRADE ALERT*

The Eagles trade a 2026 7th-round pick and WR Ainias Smith to the Cleveland Browns for a 2026 6th-round pick and 2025 pick 192. I have an addiction to the trenches, only rivaled by Howie Roseman. I can’t resist selecting a versatile defensive player I have scouted for the last 10 months, who can develop into an Edge or DT.

RD6 192 Ahmed Hassanein, DT/Edge Boise State

Ahmed is reportedly 6’3 270 pounds, and a confirmed total menace on the football field. I went to Boise State to see Ashton Jeanty and stayed to watch Ahmed. Hassnein was born in the US and grew up in Cairo. He attributes his toughness to his time in Egypt. During the first 10 weeks, PFF graded Ahmed with 76.6, 9th best among edge rushers in college football. He finished the season with 9.5 sacks and 18 TFLs. When Ahmed is selected, he will become the first Egyptian player drafted in the NFL.