1 minute ago, Next_Up said:

My bad, I meant to write "takers"

He's a top level talent with a lot of issues who is projecting as far down as the 4th round

It's a sarcastic but probably quite apt take.  He needs to grow up and go somewhere that he will accept hard coaching.  Plenty of kids like him out there that flame out, but would I take him? Yep, but not in the 2nd round.

1 minute ago, DEagle7 said:

He's really good but he has major personality concerns right?  Seems like a future Steeler. 

I didn’t know about the personality stuff. Is it Terrell Owens level?

8 minutes ago, Next_Up said:

Any takes on T'Vondre Sweat?

He'll fit Dallas culture 

7 minutes ago, eglz1 said:

I don't think the Broncos have as good a QB as good as Cousins on their roster right now, do they? Part of the WTF with the Penix choice is why draft a QB that high when you just paid a bunch for Cousins who has a 4 year contract.

Part of the WTF with the Broncos choice is why they are stockpiling terrible QB's. 

45 minutes ago, TEW said:

That’s a really good point.

DeJean was a boundary corner in college. He has the body and skill set that suggests he’s a safety or nickel corner but he hasn’t done it.

Does that make him drop?

Well, S isn’t the same as CB.  Angles and instincts are key.  So it’s a projection that DeJean excels at the position.  The stiffness is a bit of a concern as it can be exposed in the box by quick receivers, backs and TEs. I suspect that hit DeJean’s actual evaluation versus draft site predictions.  Possible he is available at 50 because of that.  

Just now, LeanMeanGM said:

Part of the WTF with the Broncos choice is why they are stockpiling terrible QB's. 

That too 😀

1 hour ago, Iggles_Phan said:

And yet... some teams do dramatically better than others.   The proof exists that while it is an inexact process there are absolutely ways to improve your returns.   That's why the Ravens can basically sit out every free agency period... lose a bunch of players every year and still manage to put a good product on the field.    Same for the Steelers, historically.   And its why teams like the Falcons, Cardinals, Lions (until very recently), Browns (until very recently) were always terrible.   They couldn't draft to save their jobs, despite being at the top of the draft order year in and year out.  

They put out competitive teams but none of them have been to a Superbowl in some time with all of this special talent they're accumulating in the draft. Well over a decade. Perhaps their draft practices are... outdated? 

5 minutes ago, TEW said:

I didn’t know about the personality stuff. Is it Terrell Owens level?

He's diabetic, and apparently when his blood sugar isn't well regulated he's a massive a-hole. 

Also some concerns that he doesn't take well to coaching. 

https://steelersdepot.com/2024/04/scouts-raise-concerns-regarding-texas-wr-adonai-mitchells-maturity-health/

Request the trade already Micah.

 

 

 

4 minutes ago, TEW said:

I didn’t know about the personality stuff. Is it Terrell Owens level?

It's all rumors and conjecture. Some Packers beat writer said some anonymous scout labeled him "uncoachable" and also brought up he has diabetes and doesn't take care of it so he has mood swings. 

1 hour ago, FranklinFldEBUpper said:

I’m not complaining about the pick, and I think the Eagles genuinely believe they made the correct decision. But I think they were not necessarily overjoyed with the plate of options on their menu, at least compared to other years. If just felt like it was a "yeah, I guess he’s the best option of what we have so we’ll take him” situation.

What I’m happy about is that this wasn’t the scenario we’ve seen before where the Eagles are picking around 20th and pick someone that most people had rated in the 30s or 40s. Guys like Agholor or Smith or Reagor. Mitchell was a guy who was a consensus mid teens kind of pick. 

Agree 100%.  I didn't think you were complaining.  I was agreeing with you, and I think this might have worked out better than their plan "A".

Just now, hukdonfoniks said:

He's diabetic, and apparently when his blood sugar isn't well regulated he's a massive a-hole. 

Also some concerns that he doesn't take well to coaching. 

You'd think a professional athlete would have that ish down by now.  He comes across as someone that needs to grow up rather than letting it get out of control

1 hour ago, RLC said:

DeJean as our slot CB would be a fantastic fit. Just ups the athleticism and toughness of the unit immediately.

Smarts, instincts and versatility is what I think. I think he stabilizes the secondary, not sure if he's exactly "tough" but he definitely is a good tackler and all that. 

1 hour ago, BigEFly said:

Nothing is decided before August.

Nah, to hear some folks, we already know who the starting CBs are going to be in 2025.

35 minutes ago, NOTW said:

But what does the emoji mean?!!!

 

Confident this one means excited haha 

Just now, UK Eagle said:

You'd think a professional athlete would have that ish down by now.  He comes across as someone that needs to grow up rather than letting it get out of control

Yeah, it's a complicated thing with him. 

It's funny because the reports are when he's got it under control, he's 100% locked in and loves the game.  When he's off, he's uncoachable and has a crappy attitude. 

It's one thing if a young kid like that doesn't really grasp, or take seriously, a health issue like that.  But when you're an NFL-caliber prospect and it's affecting your potential career, it becomes something else entirely. 

I can see why teams are nervous about him, but his ceiling is so high someone's going to roll the dice on him soon.

9 minutes ago, TEW said:

I didn’t know about the personality stuff. Is it Terrell Owens level?

Eh seems like more maturity stuff plus questionably managed diabetes. Granted it's coming from "anonymous scouts" so take it with a grain of salt.

https://steelersdepot.com/2024/04/scouts-raise-concerns-regarding-texas-wr-adonai-mitchells-maturity-health/

14 minutes ago, BigEFly said:

Well, S isn’t the same as CB.  Angles and instincts are key.  So it’s a projection that DeJean excels at the position.  The stiffness is a bit of a concern as it can be exposed in the box by quick receivers, backs and TEs. I suspect that hit DeJean’s actual evaluation versus draft site predictions.  Possible he is available at 50 because of that.  

QB and S were his positions in HS for what it’s worth, and he played some star at Iowa… so some experience outside of the boundary (well inside really).

Not a super hot take but BPA (with the caveat of a trade up for great value) seems like best option for Eagles tonight. 
 

I don’t think there are any glaring holes. Question marks maybe but not many. 

Eagles have what, 9 of their starters on offense now signed for multiple years.

If they use 50 & 53 on a pair of defensive players, they can have an exciting foundation of young defensive talent to build on.
 

I’m not entirely sure what direction they take today. But if I had to guess it’ll be a LB, DE, G/T, or WR. 
 

I do find it appealing to grab a WR today, pair him with Devonta & AJ for the next 4 years. 

21 minutes ago, DrPhilly said:

Let me know if this one was already posted earlier and if it was then I'll delete this post.

For you the answer is always yes, delete your post.     

3 minutes ago, hukdonfoniks said:

Yeah, it's a complicated thing with him. 

It's funny because the reports are when he's got it under control, he's 100% locked in and loves the game.  When he's off, he's uncoachable and has a crappy attitude. 

It's one thing if a young kid like that doesn't really grasp, or take seriously, a health issue like that.  But when you're an NFL-caliber prospect and it's affecting your potential career, it becomes something else entirely. 

I can see why teams are nervous about him, but his ceiling is so high someone's going to roll the dice on him soon.

A pro medical staff should help that too if it really is all about his blood sugar level. 

5 minutes ago, Iggles_Phan said:

Nah, to hear some folks, we already know who the starting CBs are going to be in 2025.

Based on the Reub YouTube stuff, it sounds like he’d cut JB out of spite… but there’s no big rush to cut him contract wise.

7 hours ago, Outlaw said:

I think my realistic best case scenario today would be this fantastic trade with HOU…50 and 53 for 42, 86, and 127:

 

I agree with this.  Howie should be watching DeJean,  and looking to make that trade.  I don't think the Eagles should trade for DeJean at 33.  Costs too much.  But DeJean at 42 gets the 3rd,  and the bonus pick at 127.  Also,  yes to Luke McCaffrey.

1 minute ago, Dwide Schrude said:

Eagles have what, 9 of their starters on offense now signed for multiple years.

If they use 50 & 53 on a pair of defensive players, they can have an exciting foundation of young defensive talent to build on.
 

I’m not entirely sure what direction they take today. But if I had to guess it’ll be a LB, DE, G/T, or WR. 
 

I do find it appealing to grab a WR today, pair him with Devonta & AJ for the next 4 years. 

After snagging Mitchel I do think grabbing a nice 3rd receiver or future tight end might be a luxury the Eagles think they can afford.