11 hours ago, mattwill said:

If Ty Robinson is a legitimate FB based on the plays/snaps he took there while in Nebraska games, then using a full Roster spot on BVS becomes a luxury ... one that can be reallocated to keeping Williams on the 53.

He got 8 snaps at FB at Nebraska from what I understand. I'm not sure I'd call that 'legitimate'.

But, BVS wouldn't be a unitasker as a FB. He'd also be a guy on the Core 4 ST. Coverage for both punts and kickoffs... and a blocker for both kickoffs and punts. So, its not like a PR where he'd only get 6 or so snaps a game total. Covey as a PR only didn't play any other snaps. That's what I'm more interested in avoiding. I'm actually excited about the idea of having and actually USING a FB for maybe 10 offensive snaps a game, and not just goalline situations, where a DT is usually lined up as FB. We don't need a "FB" in that situation anyway because we use the Tush Push.

Inside the Eagles war room video of 2025.

1 hour ago, pgcd3 said:

I think Cam Williams might be getting overhyped. Long shots are still long shots. If we're being honest Mailata was the great success story but Stoutland hasn't actually turned other guys who were UDFAs and picked in round 5 or later while he was coach into Pro Bowl caliber starters.

Thing is, we don’t need him to do that. But there are several OL out there that have been consistent back up and even starters that were Stout trained. Say, for example, Matt Pryor. This Cam Williams is Lane’s heir apparent crap is absolutely a step too far. That’s media hyperbole. But as a Toth, Fred Johnson, Driscoll replacement? That’s the immediate need. I am hopeful that Stout can get the younger players capable of challenging Lamm and Pryor, Howie’s FA signed insurance.

1 hour ago, ManuManu said:

BVS isn’t a LB anymore it appears so who is playing FB? Can Bryant do it?

Howie is going to have to make some tough choices if he wants to carry a FB and is stuck with Bryce Huff wasting a roster spot.

Ty Robinson has some experience as a FB from his time at Nebraska. So he might be an alternative there if the Roster gets tight and a spot really needs to be opened up. BVS to the Practice Squad in that case.

Interesting from the video, the move up to 22 was going to cost 32 and 64. Thank goodness gracious Campbell fell to 31. Wouldn't have liked that.

Howie was calling every single GM to try and move up and they all kept saying no or they had better offers. One team put him on hold to elevator music.

Once they got to pick 26, Howie said "It's ok, we got 6 guys" so I'm guessing that means 6 guys left with first round grades still available. Wonder who they were.

4 minutes ago, Sack that QB said:

Interesting from the video, the move up to 22 was going to cost 32 and 64. Thank goodness gracious Campbell fell to 31. Wouldn't have liked that.

Truly insane the Chargers did not accept that given their build.

1 hour ago, ManuManu said:

Howie is going to have to make some tough choices if he is stuck with Bryce Huff wasting a roster spot.

With the drafting of Antwaun Powell-Ryland, Howie has a player whose on field play matches the "designated pass rusher” label Huff arrived with. APR will need to show how his college-lever game translates to the NFL, and if it does that gives Howie options in seeking a trade for Huff.

I suspect Howie has his scouts busily analyzing the other 31 teams to identify which ones would be a match for, and ideally need, Huff.

9 minutes ago, Sack that QB said:

Inside the Eagles war room video of 2025.

Was just about to post that. I found it interesting Howie acknowledges they likely gave KC a free pick, but he also said KC was taking calls. I was fine then and fine now with moving on from one of the 5ths to ensure they got their guy.

Howie admitted they gave the Chiefs a free pick, but said Veach told him they're taking calls, so Howie didn't want to risk it.

When the Commies drafted Conerly Jr Howie said "That's a good pick" so the Eagles probably liked him.

Man just watching the war room, they really wanted Campbell badly.

14 minutes ago, Iggles_Phan said:

He got 8 snaps at FB at Nebraska from what I understand. I'm not sure I'd call that 'legitimate'.

But, BVS wouldn't be a unitasker as a FB. He'd also be a guy on the Core 4 ST. Coverage for both punts and kickoffs... and a blocker for both kickoffs and punts. So, its not like a PR where he'd only get 6 or so snaps a game total. Covey as a PR only didn't play any other snaps. That's what I'm more interested in avoiding. I'm actually excited about the idea of having and actually USING a FB for maybe 10 offensive snaps a game, and not just goalline situations, where a DT is usually lined up as FB. We don't need a "FB" in that situation anyway because we use the Tush Push.

All good points. Great input.

12 minutes ago, Sack that QB said:

Inside the Eagles war room video of 2025.

Fun watch thanks.

Howie is such a weird dude sometimes. Brilliant but weird.

The RS is not clear who has established there. Convey is not even with the team, though he could be signed when the team wants to go that way. I'd prefer the RS also has other duties on offense or defense. They want players able to play multiple positions, this would be a good way to save a roster spot. On the subject, the back-up center can also be the LS for kicks. Years ago, the LS was also a back-up TE. Can the new draftee also fillin the LS role?

10 minutes ago, Iggles_Phan said:

He got 8 snaps at FB at Nebraska from what I understand. I'm not sure I'd call that 'legitimate'.

But, BVS wouldn't be a unitasker as a FB. He'd also be a guy on the Core 4 ST. Coverage for both punts and kickoffs... and a blocker for both kickoffs and punts. So, its not like a PR where he'd only get 6 or so snaps a game total. Covey as a PR only didn't play any other snaps. That's what I'm more interested in avoiding. I'm actually excited about the idea of having and actually USING a FB for maybe 10 offensive snaps a game, and not just goalline situations, where a DT is usually lined up as FB. We don't need a "FB" in that situation anyway because we use the Tush Push.

I am a bit surprised that BVS hasn’t taken any snaps in practice on KORs. He does have some RB chops as that was his original college position. He is a 4.45 guy and has some explosion. Reading kicks and blocks aren’t a given but they need to replace Gainwell’s role. Could see a split of Shipley and BVS, if BVS could do it.

53 minutes ago, Alphagrand said:

There’s no way for McCord to demonstrate starter chops unless he gets into live action in regular season NFL games, the way McKee has.

For that to happen anytime in 2025 wouldn’t bode well for the Eagles fortunes.

Especially given the way the Eagles use preseason games, McKee was able to show a lot of what he had well before he got the two late season opportunities against Dallas and the Giants. I’m not talking about McCord riding to QB2 during the 2025 season, but rather showing the coaching staff and Howie that his trajectory has the potential to be similar to McKee’s.

Just watched. Obvious they really wanted Campbell then the rest of the draft went as we suspected. Probably not exactly as they hoped but got a few guys on their list

18 minutes ago, Sack that QB said:

Interesting from the video, the move up to 22 was going to cost 32 and 64. Thank goodness gracious Campbell fell to 31. Wouldn't have liked that.

Howie was calling every single GM to try and move up and they all kept saying no or they had better offers. One team put him on hold to elevator music.

Once they got to pick 26, Howie said "It's ok, we got 6 guys" so I'm guessing that means 6 guys left with first round grades still available. Wonder who they were.

I figured it would've cost a 2 to get up that high. We had some luck there not having to go up for Campbell. Unless of course there was someone else we were targeting at 22 but that info isn't out.

Last year the guy they coveted was Cooper DeJean. Injured player who fell. Worked out well!

Campbell has the chance for the same impact, maybe even in week 6...

7 minutes ago, Penn7980 said:

The RS is not clear who has established there. Convey is not even with the team, though he could be signed when the team wants to go that way. I'd prefer the RS also has other duties on offense or defense. They want players able to play multiple positions, this would be a good way to save a roster spot. On the subject, the back-up center can also be the LS for kicks. Years ago, the LS was also a back-up TE. Can the new draftee also fillin the LS role?

There are a number of players vying for Covey’s role. Ainias Smith was likely drafted as a back up WR/RS. I hope to see Danny Gray take a shot at Smith’s spot at both. Unfortunately both have some drop history (but so does Wilson). Then there is the Morin kid. Avery Williams and Shedureck Powell are RB/RS. Shipley did some KOR. Note they lost the back up returner for both punts (Rodgers) and kicks (Gainwell). But that is the nature of STs, flux at most of the positions.

Sounds like my view of Mondon isn't far off from that Eagles scout...

14 minutes ago, BigEFly said:

I am a bit surprised that BVS hasn’t taken any snaps in practice on KORs. He does have some RB chops as that was his original college position. He is a 4.45 guy and has some explosion. Reading kicks and blocks aren’t a given but they need to replace Gainwell’s role. Could see a split of Shipley and BVS, if BVS could do it.

BVS as a returner? I'd rather he were a blocker. I'd want another guy with a little juice back there. Adoree Jackson seems like the guy to pair back there.

11 minutes ago, pgcd3 said:

Just watched. Obvious they really wanted Campbell then the rest of the draft went as we suspected. Probably not exactly as they hoped but got a few guys on their list

The day 3 part is the most interesting. Going around the room and asking everyone "who is your high upside guy for X, Y, Z position". It's kind of interesting they didn't put in any conversation about McWilliams, Williams or Powell-Ryland in there during that part. I'm probably reading too much into it but still

39 minutes ago, Sack that QB said:

Inside the Eagles war room video of 2025.

Beard guy makes an appearance, and is a big Drew Kendall fan.

30 minutes ago, Sack that QB said:

Howie admitted they gave the Chiefs a free pick, but said Veach told him they're taking calls, so Howie didn't want to risk it.

When the Commies drafted Conerly Jr Howie said "That's a good pick" so the Eagles probably liked him.

Man just watching the war room, they really wanted Campbell badly.

Lurie seemed to indicate that he was glad Conerly was picked, so I interpreted Howie’s "good pick” on the cameras as a good pick for us to let another player drop.

Based on the body language, Hairston also seemed to be one of the 6.

3 minutes ago, Waiting4Someday said:

Lurie seemed to indicate that he was glad Conerly was picked, so I interpreted Howie’s "good pick” on the cameras as a good pick for us to let another player drop.

Based on the body language, Hairston also seemed to be one of the 6.

I got that vibe with Hairston as well.

Eagles keep getting lucky over the years on deals Roseman tries to deal but fails to get done. This trade up. The trade for Robinson that later turned into the AJ Brown trade. Some other examples as well that I can't remember at the moment.