Eagles Get Lukewarm Grade for 2026 NFL Draft Class
The Philadelphia Eagles received a B+ grade for their performance in the 2026 NFL Draft. Analyst Chad Reuter expressed a lukewarm sentiment about the team's choices, highlighting both strengths and weaknesses. The Eagles made strategic moves to enhance their roster without making any drastic changes.
- ▪The Eagles traded up to select receiver Makai Lemon, giving up two fourth-round picks.
- ▪Eli Stowers was praised as an excellent second-round pick for his versatility as a slot receiver/tight end.
- ▪Markel Bell, a 6-9, 346-pound tackle, is expected to become a solid swing tackle for the team.
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By Anne EricksonShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The 2026 NFL draft is behind us, and now, it's time to pick apart all of the decisions made by these 32 NFL teams.With that in mind, NFL draft analyst Chad Reuter has released his grades for each franchise heading out of the 2026 NFL draft."Immediate draft grades provide a foundation for future evaluations," he states in the piece.
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