It’s draft season! I’ve been busy watching many of these prospects, so in the lead-up to the 2025 NFL Draft, I’ll release my Eagles-specific rankings. Before you read ahead, please keep in mind the following!
- I have ranked these players based on the Eagles’ needs and scheme fits. Therefore, I may rank player ‘X’ above player ‘Y’ in terms of pure talent and my own personal rankings, but due to the Eagles’ needs and scheme fit, I have player ‘Y’ above player ‘X’.
- Please focus more on the tiers rather than the exact numerical order. I use tiers when I have similar grades on players, and there might not be a lot of difference between players if they are in the same tier.
- I may mention off-the-field and injury issues in the reports, but I don’t factor that in when ranking these prospects. We don’t have the necessary information.
- If I haven’t ranked someone, I haven’t watched them! If you’d like me to watch someone in particular, feel free to comment, and I’ll try to get to them before the draft.
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EDGE
Tier 1
1. Abdul Carter, Penn State, 6-3 250
Overall: An explosive, super bendy and flexible pass rush specialist with a ton of moves. He still needs to develop his contact balance, power, and run defense to be an elite all-around EDGE, but he’s going to be an outstanding pro.
Eagles Thoughts: No chance! He’s going super early.
Tier 2
2. Jalon Walker, Georgia, 6-1 243
Overall: A versatile explosive defender who has yet to find his exact role. Jalon Walker is an explosive athlete with a powerful lower body and great burst. However, his lack of refinement at the position and questions about his ability to handle physical linemen leave him with a lot of development ahead. I see him as more of an EDGE than off-ball, but he has a lot of work to do in both, despite his obvious physical gifts.
Eagles Thoughts: I have no idea what Fangio would make of this guy, but if he wanted someone who could attempt to do what Baun did last year (play off-ball but also drop down as an EDGE), then Walker might be the only guy in the draft who fits the bill. He will go a lot earlier than 32, though! Personally, I see him as an EDGE rusher, despite his college role, and I expect him to go in the top 15.
3. Mike Green, Marshall, 6/3 1/8 251
Overall: A pass rush specialist until he can improve his ability to play the run. Green is a twitchy, explosive pass rusher who put up 17 sacks — he’s got moves, bend, and serious juice off the edge. But there are questions about his run defense, length, and whether he can hold up against top tackles or contribute consistently on early downs.
Eagles Thoughts: He has some character concerns which I’ll ignore in this valuation. Based on talent alone, I would expect the Eagles to have a lot of interest in Green as a pass rushing specialist. Guys with 17 sacks don’t fall to 32 though. He will go earlier, sadly.
4. Shemar Stewart, Texas A&M, 6-5 267
Overall: A ridiculously athletic, long and explosive EDGE defender who doesn’t have the tape to match the talent. Shemar Stewart has all the physical tools you could ask for—size, length, power, and explosiveness. However, his raw pass rush skills, lack of consistency in the run game, and tendency to play too high and miss tackles have kept him from fully living up to his potential. But it’s hard not to bet on that athleticism.
Eagles Thoughts: I had interest in him at 32 and thought it was a bit risky… and then he absolutely killed the combine. The film doesn’t show a top 1st round talent, but I would be surprised if he falls out of the top 10. Coaches fall in love with athleticism at EDGE. The traits jump out, but he will be a risky pick.
5. Mykel Williams, Georgia, 6-5 1/8 260
Overall: A tough evaluation as he clearly played hurt all year. Mykel Williams is a strong run defender with great length, the ability to set the edge, and a promising pass rush package. However, his injury concerns, lack of consistent production, and limited snaps per game raise questions about his durability and ability to bend or rush effectively off the edge. He’s super talented, but it will be a risky pick!
Eagles Thoughts: Williams has too much physical talent to drop out of the top 20 even if the film isn’t great. I don’t see a chance this happens. Of course, I would be very interested if he fell near pick 32.
Tier 3
6. Donovan Ezeiruaku, Boston College, 6-2 1/2 248
Overall, Donovan Ezeiruaku is an interesting player who flashes as an excellent pass rusher. He can effectively bend the edge with good length. He’s a bit undersized, can get stonewalled by stronger linemen, and might struggle to hold up on early downs unless he adds more strength.
Eagles Thoughts: I’m a little bit unsure of whether Ezeiruaku can develop into a full-time player. I think 32 may be a little rich, but the Eagles have shown a tendency to take chances on undersized EDGE defenders in recent years. I think the Eagles will be interested in him as someone who could come in and contribute immediately in pass-rushing situations. You can never have too many pass rushers! He would immediately be the most ‘bendy’ EDGE that the team has.
7. James Pearce Jr. Tennessee, 6-5 1/4 245
Overall: James Pearce is an explosive, fast EDGE defender with elite speed. He’s ridiculously fast. However, he has a lack of bend, tight hips, and an underdeveloped pass rush plan, along with limited experience and a tendency to miss tackles. He feels a bit boom/bust, as he has a lot of work to do as a pass rusher. The upside is massive, but he might need a lot of work.
Eagles Thoughts: Someone is going to fall in love with this guy and draft him in the 1st round. I don’t think he’s that good yet, but NFL teams are chasing upside. Fangio would love dialing up blitzes with this guy and utilizing his speed. I wouldn’t hate it at 32, but I think it’s a touch risky. I’m not sure how easily his game translates to the NFL.
8. JT Tuimoloau, Ohio State, 6-4 2/8 265
Overall: A high-floor, low-ceiling pass rusher who is tenacious on film. JT Tuimoloau is a high-motor, physical edge rusher who brings effort and toughness every snap, with enough versatility to drop into coverage or crash inside on stunts. He may not have the juice to bend the edge, but he can collapse the pocket and will help a team’s pass rush.
Eagles Thoughts: I’m a bit higher on Tuimoloau than the consensus, and I think he could make a lot of sense if the Eagles traded down from 32. He will give the Eagles another option as a pass rusher who can play on all 3 downs and I think he fits the Fangio’ scheme well. He should be a good pro.
9. Landon Jackson, Arkansas, 6-6 264
Overall: Landon Jackson is a versatile, physical EDGE with a great frame and strong hand usage, excelling as a run defender and with a solid combine performance. However, he doesn’t have the ability or flexibility to bend like the top EDGE defenders in this class.
Eagles Thoughts: I’m a big fan of Jackson’s fit in this defense. He has flashed the ability to drop into coverage despite his size, and you can kick him inside on pass rushing downs if required. I think 32 is too high due to the pass rushing numbers, but I wouldn’t hate it. I think he would be an outstanding pick in the 2nd round.
10. Nic Scourton, Texas A&M, 6-2 3/8 257
Overall: Nic Scourton is a physically tough, high-motor player with a strong frame and good run defense. However, he’s limited as a pass rusher with average explosiveness and length, and lacks experience dropping into coverage. He should be a solid EDGE at the next level, but the ceiling feels limited.
Eagles Thoughts: I don’t think he has the traits to invest a very early pick. He would give the Eagles someone who could step in and play on early downs right away, but I would prefer him in round 2 and not at 32.
11. Princely Umanmielen, Ole Miss, 6-4 3/8 244
Overall: As boom/bust as anyone at EDGE in this year’s class. Princely Umanmielen is an explosive pass rusher with impressive burst, bend, and a strong spin move. However, he struggles against the run. I question his toughness and competitiveness, but he’s clearly an extremely talented pass rusher. He could be a steal as a sub rusher, or a disaster.
Eagles Thoughts: He’s the perfect fit for the Eagles if they want to add a dangerous pass rusher. He would give the Eagles a potential star as a sub rusher (something Bryce Huff was supposed to provide) but I have a feeling Fangio might hate his competitiveness on film and his physicality against the run is an issue. I would take the chance in the 2nd round, but not before.
Tier 4
12. Jordan Burch. Oregon, 6-4 1/8 279
Overall: Burch has an unusual profile. He is a big guy, but doesn’t excel against the run and hasn’t shown the versatility to win inside yet. He’s more flexible than expected, but I’m unsure if he will beat top athletes by bending the edge at his size. He might be a high-floor, low-ceiling type of rusher.
Eagles Thoughts: I’m a little unsure how the Eagles will view Burch. He could be viewed as a bigger EDGE who can kick inside, but he hasn’t flashed that ability to me yet. He’s an interesting option in rounds 2-3. I prefer the 3rd.
13. Bradyn Swinson, LSU, 6-3 5/8 255
Overall: Bradyn Swinson is a fast, aggressive edge rusher with legit ability to bend and finish — he’s a real problem on passing downs. But he plays a bit light, has issues staying on his feet, and can get washed out too easily in the run game.
Eagles Thoughts: Swinson is a little bit of a boom/bust prospect, but I would prefer to take the risk in the 3rd round rather than the 2nd. He has some pass-rushing upside, but he will likely never be a full-time player.
14. Jack Sawyer, Ohio State, 6-4 2/8 260
Overall: Sawyer is a famous athlete on a great team, but is he athletic or explosive enough to rush the quarterback in the NFL? The college film is pretty good, but I’m unsure how it translates. He has had a strong speed-to-power game and the physicality to set the edge and fight off blockers, but his lack of arm length, bending ability, and overall flexibility could limit his effectiveness. I see him as a physical rotational EDGE at the next level.
Eagles Thoughts: Sawyer is a high-floor EDGE defender who can provide support against the run at the very least, but I don’t think he’s worth a top 50 pick. I’m a little lower on him than the consensus. I don’t see the pass-rushing upside.
15. Ashton Gillotte, Louisville, 6-2 5/8 264
Overall: Gillotte is a strong power rusher with good size and a strong speed-to-power game that’s worked well in college. He’s not the bendiest or most dynamic athlete, and his rush arsenal is pretty limited — but he plays hard and can fit in multiple spots up front.
Eagles Thoughts: I like everything I read about Gillotte’s physicality and toughness. I’m not sure if he has the flexibility or explosiveness to be anything more than a rotational option, but I think he could give the Eagles someone who could play in a variety of alignments as a power rusher.
16. Josaiah Stewart, Michigan, 6-1 249
Overall: Stewart is an undersized but relentless pass rusher with violent hands and a great motor that fuels his production — including 30 career sacks and a 27% pass rush win rate. He plays much bigger than his frame and flashes surprising power, but his lack of size and elite athletic traits can show up against stronger linemen.
Eagles Thoughts: The Eagles have shown they are willing to look at these undersized EDGE defenders, and I wouldn’t be surprised if they have interest in Stewart. I would like him in the 3rd.
17. Oluwafemi Oladejo, UCLA, 6-3 261
Overall: Oladejo is a big, physical linebacker-turned-edge rusher who found his stride late after switching roles. He plays violent. He has the traits to develop into a disruptive rotational option who can play the run and create some chaos on passing downs. He has a lot of work to do as a pass rusher, though.
Eagles Thoughts: Oladejo’s athleticism, explosiveness and long arms are a nice foundation but he’s raw as an EDGE rusher. The Eagles developed Jalyx Hunt well last year, and Oladejo makes sense in the 3rd round as another developmental prospect at EDGE!
Tier 5
18. Kyle Kennard, South Carolina, 6-4 254
Overall: Kennard is a long and lean prospect with good length, but he doesn’t have a lot else to work with right now. He has a lot of development to do as a pass rusher and run defender, and will need some time as a backup.
Eagles Thoughts: I didn’t see enough talent to warrant a day 2 pick. The Eagles already have some young EDGE talent, and Kennard could be another situational pass-rusher they could look to develop.
19. Jared Ivey, Ole Miss, 6-5 7/8 274
Overall: Jared Ivey has an NFL-ready frame with good power in his hands and the versatility to kick inside or set the edge. He’s a solid run defender who has great size and length, but lacks the athleticism and explosiveness to be more than a rotational piece at the next level.
Eagles Thoughts: I didn’t see the ability to drop or rush the quarterback effectively, so I doubt he is someone the Eagles have interest in, unless they see him as someone who can kick inside and play some 4i/3 technique on passing downs. He doesn’t have the juice to invest a day 2 pick in.
20. Que Robinson, Alabama, 6-4 2/8 243
Overall: Que Robinson’s a super bendy, explosive edge rusher with a wild 24% pass rush win rate — even if it came on limited snaps. He’s undersized and unproven against the run, but there’s some real juice as a pass rush specialist if he can stay healthy.
Eagles Thoughts: I think the Eagles might have interest in him as a late round developmental prospect who could play some EDGE and off-ball linebacker. He has some traits to work with. I would do it in round 4!
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