The Eagles are heading to the NFC divisional round, and they’ll face the Los Angeles Rams for the second time this season and the third time in a year. Even with the Birds locked in a playoff run, it’s never too early for a look ahead at the 2025 NFL draft.
Philadelphia has a host of free agents and a major decision to make on linebacker Zack Baun. With Wednesday practice set to begin, we’re looking at the latest mock draft roundups that have the Eagles reloading in the trenches.
USA Today –Jihaad Campbell, linebacker, Alabama
With Nakobe Dean out for part of 2025 and Zack Baun a free agent, USA Today has Philadelphia adding a linebacker.
CBS Sports –David Walker, Edge, Central Arkansas
CBS Sports has the Eagles adding a raw and small school pass rusher.
The Athletic –30. Philadelphia Eagles: JT Tuimoloau, Edge, Ohio State
Dane Brugler of The Athletic has the Eagles adding a pass rusher.
With Josh Sweat and Brandon Graham possibly moving on, the Eagles will be looking for reinforcements on the edges this offseason. Tuimoloau (6-4, 270) is a smart, alert player who plays the run well and also can get after the quarterback. In three College Football Playoff games this year, he has combined for 17 total pressures.
Draft Wire –28. Philadelphia Eagles – IOL Tyler Booker, Alabama
Draft Wire has Philadelphia adding an offensive guard.
ESPN –27. Philadelphia Eagles (14-3) Nic Scourton, Edge, Texas A&M*
Jordan Reid has Philadelphia adding an edge rusher.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: 2025 NFL mock draft: Will the Eagles reload the trenches or replace Zack Baun in Round 1?
As the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, the Philadelphia Eagles find themselves faced with a tough decision in the first round. With needs on both the offensive and defensive lines, as well as at the linebacker position, the Eagles must decide whether to reload the trenches or replace standout linebacker Zack Baun.
In recent years, the Eagles have prioritized building a strong offensive and defensive line, believing that games are won and lost in the trenches. With aging veterans on both lines, it may be time for the Eagles to invest in some young talent to keep their lines strong for years to come. In this scenario, the Eagles could target a top offensive or defensive lineman in the first round to bolster their roster.
On the other hand, linebacker Zack Baun has been a key piece of the Eagles’ defense for several years now. With rumors swirling that Baun may be seeking a big payday in free agency, the Eagles could look to the draft to find his replacement. In this scenario, the Eagles may target a top linebacker in the first round to fill the void left by Baun.
Ultimately, the decision will come down to what the Eagles value most: building a strong foundation in the trenches or finding a replacement for a key player on defense. No matter what they decide, the Eagles will look to make a splash in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft and continue their quest for a championship. Stay tuned to see which direction they choose to go.
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