Let’s get the most obvious out of the way. AJ won’t be on the roster at the start of the season. 

Too much smoke, too many rumors. Part of me thinks there is a chance he’s going to be moved on draft night. Why?! Well…If the Patriots don’t want to give up a first for next year but are open to offer a 2nd in 2027, why not give the Eagles the 31st pick this year?! It basically holds the same value as an early 2nd round pick, right?! 

But for the sake of the argument and to make this mock not too complex, let’s say they move him past June 1 for say…a 2nd and 3rd in 2027 and WR Kayshon Boutte?! 

I just don’t believe the Cheatriots are willing to give up a 1st next year and will stick to that.

In this scenario I’m not gonna force an offensive lineman or wide receiver in the first no matter all the Omar Cooper Jr., Jordan Tyson and Denzel Boston rumbling (although they might be legit).

As you may have noticed Eagles have shown a ton of interest in both first and mid round tackles and receivers. 25 % of their pre draft visits they spend on offensive linemen. Telling, right?!

My guess is that they want an OT who isn’t necessary pro ready day 1 but has the size, athletisism and tools to step in in case of an emergency. Someone who’ll sit behind Lane watching and learning for one or two years.

Do you take someone like that on day 1 or would you rather wait until day 3 to take that guy and address another need in the first?!

Ohhh, almost forgot! I do think Eagles deal Tanner McKee somewhere down the line for a 2027 mid round pick in case you were wondering.

Here goes;

Draft;

Trade alert!

Eagles trade pick no.23 and no.114 to the Carolina Panthers for pick no.19.

1 Keldrik Faulk, Edge, Auburn;

2 Treydan Stukes, DB, Arizona

3 Gennings Dunker, OG, Iowa;

3 De'Zhaun Stribling, WR, Ole Miss;

4 Markell Bell, OT, Miami;

5 Nate Boerkircher, TE, Texas A&M;

5 Andre Fuller, CB, Toledo;

6 Carson Beck, QB, Miami.

6 hours ago, Ray75 said:

Let’s get the most obvious out of the way. AJ won’t be on the roster at the start of the season. 

Too much smoke, too many rumors. Part of me thinks there is a chance he’s going to be moved on draft night. Why?! Well…If the Patriots don’t want to give up a first for next year but are open to offer a 2nd in 2027, why not give the Eagles the 31st pick this year?! It basically holds the same value as an early 2nd round pick, right?! 

But for the sake of the argument and to make this mock not too complex, let’s say they move him past June 1 for say…a 2nd and 3rd in 2027 and WR Kayshon Boutte?! 

I just don’t believe the Cheatriots are willing to give up a 1st next year and will stick to that.

In this scenario I’m not gonna force an offensive lineman or wide receiver in the first no matter all the Omar Cooper Jr., Jordan Tyson and Denzel Boston rumbling (although they might be legit).

As you may have noticed Eagles have shown a ton of interest in both first and mid round tackles and receivers. 25 % of their pre draft visits they spend on offensive linemen. Telling, right?!

My guess is that they want an OT who isn’t necessary pro ready day 1 but has the size, athletisism and tools to step in in case of an emergency. Someone who’ll sit behind Lane watching and learning for one or two years.

Do you take someone like that on day 1 or would you rather wait until day 3 to take that guy and address another need in the first?!

Ohhh, almost forgot! I do think Eagles deal Tanner McKee somewhere down the line for a 2027 mid round pick in case you were wondering.

Here goes;

Draft;

Trade alert!

Eagles trade pick no.23 and no.114 to the Carolina Panthers for pick no.19.

1 Keldrik Faulk, Edge, Auburn;

2 Treydan Stukes, DB, Arizona

3 Gennings Dunker, OG, Iowa;

3 De'Zhaun Stribling, WR, Ole Miss;

4 Markell Bell, OT, Miami;

5 Nate Boerkircher, TE, Texas A&M;

5 Andre Fuller, CB, Toledo;

6 Carson Beck, QB, Miami.

Not mad at this. I’d take a high end WR prospect in the 2nd a safety in 4th. Need to have multiple talented WRs in the league these days.

Thanks. Nice to see new names. I'll tryt that in my posting today.

Not too excited agout the AJ trade - no help this year and less value than expected.

2 hours ago, leftcoastnest said:

Not mad at this. I’d take a high end WR prospect in the 2nd a safety in 4th. Need to have multiple talented WRs in the league these days.

Thought about that…

Someone like Brazzell, Hurst, Bell in the second and safety with that second 3rd round pick.

The thought process here was that Boutte is in the last year of his rookie deal if I’m not mistaken. He’d be the No.2 or 3 guy from the start, depending how you view Hollywood Brown, so you won’t have to force a rookie receiver. Then again; if the rookie wins the job fine.

2 minutes ago, Rob331 said:

Thanks. Nice to see new names. I'll tryt that in my posting today.

Not too excited agout the AJ trade - no help this year and less value than expected.

Rob,

My guess is, and this is pure speculation from my part, that the longer it takes, the less AJ’s value will get.

Basically I’m somewhat hoping they trade him during the draft for pick No.31 and change.

Imagine Pats taking a receiver early?!

46 minutes ago, Ray75 said:

Imagine Pats taking a receiver early?!

If that happens, he's really the Eagles pick and will come to us post June 1

12 minutes ago, Rob331 said:

If that happens, he's really the Eagles pick and will come to us post June 1

He’ll have no choice…

@leftcoastnest @Rob331

This is how I think the first 22 somewhat shake out, give or take a few surprises;

1.

Fernando MendozaQB Indiana

2.

David BaileyEDGE Texas Tech

3.

Arvell ReeseEDGE Ohio State

4.

Jeremiyah LoveRB Notre Dame

5.

Sonny StylesLB Ohio State

6.

Kadyn ProctorOT Alabama

7.

Carnell TateWR Ohio State

8.

Mansoor DelaneCB LSU

9.

Rueben Bain Jr.EDGE Miami (FL)

10.

Caleb DownsS Ohio State

11.

Francis MauigoaOT Miami (FL)

12.

Jermod McCoyCB Tennessee

13.

Makai LemonWR USC

14.

Spencer FanoOT Utah

15.

Kenyon SadiqTE Oregon

16.

Omar Cooper Jr.WR Indiana

17.

Monroe FreelingOT Georgia

18.

Dillon ThienemanS Oregon

19.

Jordyn TysonWR Arizona State

20.

Keldric FaulkEDGE Auburn

21.

Olaivavega IoaneOG Penn State

22.

Kayden McDonaldDT Ohio State

almost makes sense to move up into the mid-teens

36 minutes ago, Rob331 said:

almost makes sense to move up into the mid-teens

Exactly…

I don’t like our options at #23. I do think a tackle like Miller or Iheanachor makes sense in this scenario

48 minutes ago, Ray75 said:

I don’t like our options at #23. I do think a tackle like Miller or Iheanachor makes sense in this scenario

Or go back a few spots.

What do you make of the Wicks trade? I don'tunderstand what Howie is doing. A Green Bay scenario - alot of 30--40 catch guys but no stand-outs?

9 minutes ago, Rob331 said:

Or go back a few spots.

What do you make of the Wicks trade? I don'tunderstand what Howie is doing. A Green Bay scenario - alot of 30--40 catch guys but no stand-outs?

My guess is a) they wanted a WR who’s familiar with Mannion’s scheme; b) he’s a possession receiver who can move the sticks (good in short yardage, getting first downs); c) they’re setting themselves up for life after AJ (he’s as good as gone).

1 hour ago, Rob331 said:

Or go back a few spots.

What do you make of the Wicks trade? I don'tunderstand what Howie is doing. A Green Bay scenario - alot of 30--40 catch guys but no stand-outs?

2 hours ago, Ray75 said:

My guess is a) they wanted a WR who’s familiar with Mannion’s scheme; b) he’s a possession receiver who can move the sticks (good in short yardage, getting first downs); c) they’re setting themselves up for life after AJ (he’s as good as gone).

Definitely agree with the first two, but I don't see the team viewing him as a direct replacement for AJ. If anything he's competition for the WR3 spot since Elijah Moore is more of a flyer and Hollywood Brown certainly has the talent to be a WR2 if he's healthy but better served a WR3

7 hours ago, eaglesfan0075 said:

Definitely agree with the first two, but I don't see the team viewing him as a direct replacement for AJ. If anything he's competition for the WR3 spot since Elijah Moore is more of a flyer and Hollywood Brown certainly has the talent to be a WR2 if he's healthy but better served a WR3

Exactly what I meant to say. They’ve added 3 WR’s now. All those guys and a relatively high draft pick makes letting AJ go easier.

Look at the Packers offense. They don’t have a No.1 receiver, they spread the ball around.

That’s what they do in a Shanahan/McVay type of offense. Now it’s Puka Nacua in LA basically but that’s likely not what McVay prefers. That’s why a lot of people have the Rams taking Lemon or Cooper Jr. in the first. They want more than just Nacua and an almost washed up Adams.

Back to the Eagles; they now have about 75 % of the horses to carry the load. Another WR in the first 3 rounds will get them to 100 %.

Because of all the moves they’re making, doesn’t it feel like an AJ deal is already in place?!

14 hours ago, Rob331 said:

almost makes sense to move up into the mid-teens

In a mediocre draft class it’ll likely take less to trade up a couple of spots…say #98 or #114 to move up 4-6 spots?!

15 hours ago, Ray75 said:

Exactly what I meant to say. They’ve added 3 WR’s now. All those guys and a relatively high draft pick makes letting AJ go easier.

Look at the Packers offense. They don’t have a No.1 receiver, they spread the ball around.

That’s what they do in a Shanahan/McVay type of offense. Now it’s Puka Nacua in LA basically but that’s likely not what McVay prefers. That’s why a lot of people have the Rams taking Lemon or Cooper Jr. in the first. They want more than just Nacua and an almost washed up Adams.

Back to the Eagles; they now have about 75 % of the horses to carry the load. Another WR in the first 3 rounds will get them to 100 %.

Because of all the moves they’re making, doesn’t it feel like an AJ deal is already in place?!

Some very good points, and curious to see if Sean Mannion’s success in Green Bay with a "WR by committee" approach for lack of better term is what is partially influencing the moves as you've suggested. Especially this most recent trade for Wicks.

I think Howie is trying to hedge his bets and prepare for both scenarios, but I guess time will tell and we'll see if there's a draft day trade involving AJ Brown once again?

How ironic would that be, to acquire him via a draft day trade and then to trade him via the same 😮

8 hours ago, eaglesfan0075 said:

Some very good points, and curious to see if Sean Mannion’s success in Green Bay with a "WR by committee" approach for lack of better term is what is partially influencing the moves as you've suggested. Especially this most recent trade for Wicks.

I think Howie is trying to hedge his bets and prepare for both scenarios, but I guess time will tell and we'll see if there's a draft day trade involving AJ Brown once again?

How ironic would that be, to acquire him via a draft day trade and then to trade him via the same 😮

That would indeed be something…

Let’s assume Howie has two options;

• trade AJ post June 1 for a 2nd and 3rd or 4th in 2027 - dead cap can be spread over two years;

• Trade AJ during draft for a first in 2026 and a 4th in 2027 - huge dead cap in 2026.

If an agreement for a post June 1 trade is already in place, we won’t have to worry the team involved will take a receiver early.

If not, it’s extremely risky to wait until post June 1. What if say the Patriots take a receiver at #31?!

Maybe the Rams, Chargers or Ravens would still have interest but are they going to offer you what you’re seeking?!

I’ll be doing my final mock in a couple of days but gut feeling tells me this is the guy they take.