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Mock Draft Tracker 1.0: Who will the Eagles take in the 2026 NFL Draft?

The Eagles are slated to pick No. 23 overall on April 23. Which way will they go in Round 1?

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The 2026 NFL Draft is less than three weeks away, and the Eagles have nine selections, including four on the first two days.

1st Round: Own Pick (No. 23 overall)

2nd Round: Own Pick (No. 54 overall)

3rd Round: From Jets (No. 68 overall, Haason Reddick Trade)

3rd Round: Compensatory Pick (No. 98 overall)

4th Round: From Falcons (No. 114 overall, Sydney Brown Trade)

4th Round: Compensatory Pick (No. 137 overall)

5th Round: From Falcons (No. 153 overall, 2025 NFL Draft Trade)

5th Round: Compensatory Pick (No. 178 overall)

6th Round: From Falcons (No. 197 overall, Sydney Brown Trade)

Philadelphia is slated to pick No. 23 overall on April 23. Here's what draft experts think the Eagles will do in Round 1, with the selections listed in alphabetical order:

Omar Cooper Jr., WR, Indiana

Field Yates (ESPN): "[Cooper is] one of the best players in space from this class, averaging 7.3 yards after the catch in 2025. Plus, he can block extremely well downfield, which would fare well for running back Saquon Barkley."

Keldric Faulk, EDGE, Auburn

Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz (USA Today): "Howie Roseman is never one to box himself in and chase a positional shortcoming during the draft, but Philadelphia's failed efforts to re-sign Jaelan Phillips and land Trey Hendrickson spoke volumes about the team's priorities. While the Eagles also could look to their offensive line here, Faulk might prove massively enticing if he makes it this far without hearing his name called."

Spencer Fano, OT, Utah

Ryan Wilson (CBS Sports): "Fano could go 10 spots higher, but this is how the board fell. And in Philly, he can be next in line after Lane Johnson retires — and in the meantime, kick inside to guard."

Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia

Charles Davis (NFL.com): "With right tackle Lane Johnson heading toward his age-36 season, GM Howie Roseman lands a potential replacement for down the road. Freeling is a bit raw, but his potential is off the charts."

Max Iheanachor, OT, Arizona State

Nick Baumgardner (The Athletic): "Iheanachor is more tools and traits than he is a polished product right now, but his athletic potential (as a right or left tackle) is tremendous. Late to football (he didn't play in high school), Iheanachor is an ascending talent who could grow into a long-term starter."

Dane Brugler (The Athletic): "Iheanachor would give the Eagles short-term insurance behind Lane Johnson, and a long-term answer at right tackle. He's still relatively new to football, so a year spent sitting behind a future Hall of Famer would be a master class for Iheanachor's development."

Mel Kiper Jr. (ESPN): “Iheanachor had 31 starts at Arizona State, but he didn't play much football before that, picking up the sport late. He'll need time to reach his potential in the NFL. But what better way to develop than learning behind an elite right tackle in Lane Johnson? Iheanachor plays with quick feet -- he ran a 4.91-second 40-yard dash at 6-6 and 321 pounds -- and great length. He could provide swing tackle depth in Year 1 before eventually taking over for Johnson on the right side in the future."

Pete Prisco (CBS Sports): "He is a raw player who could take a little time, but the tools are there. He would be the replacement when Lane Johnson retires."

Makai Lemon, WR, USC

Chad Reuter (NFL.com): "Lemon fits nicely in the slot and can flip spots with DeVonta Smith to give defenses different looks."

Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah

Tom Fornelli (CBS Sports): "Lomu is a player I like quite a bit who doesn't get the same kind of love from the consensus. The Eagles look toward the future up front with this choice."

Bruce Feldman (The Athletic): "Opposing coaches felt like Lomu was one of the best linemen they faced in 2025, but that his teammate, Fano, was a bit better. At 6-6, 313 pounds, Lomu (33 3/8-inch arms) has better length than Fano but isn't quite as athletic. Still, his 4.99 40 with a 32 1/2-inch vertical jump and 9-5 broad jump were better than some of the coaches I spoke to were expecting from him."

Jordan Reid (ESPN): "Lomu has plenty of potential and can play either tackle spot, but he must improve his play strength. Ideally, he'll get time to increase that strength while learning behind Johnson, but Johnson's age and durability concerns could force Lomu to play earlier than expected."

Akheem Mesidor, EDGE, Miami

Matt Miller (ESPN): "With Jaelan Phillips departing in free agency, the Eagles have to prioritize adding capable rushers early in this draft. At 25 years old, Mesidor is an older prospect, but he's a pro-ready pass rusher with the tools to beat offensive tackles with his powerful hands, technique and moves. Mesidor broke out last season with 12.5 sacks and 58 pressures under the tutelage of Hall of Famer Jason Taylor."

Blake Miller, OT, Clemson

Bucky Brooks (NFL.com): "Miller is a talented technician with the tools to anchor the position for the next decade."

Nate Davis and Ayrton Ostly (USA TODAY): "The All-ACC right tackle might be too good to pass up – especially for lineman lover Howie Roseman."

Eric Edholm (NFL.com): "A 54-game starter in college, Miller is a long-framed, athletic blocker who could be Lane Johnson's long-term replacement at right tackle. I also considered wide receiver and edge rusher in this spot."

Nick Shook (NFL.com): "Miller is a right tackle with a ton of playing experience (54 games at Clemson) who will benefit from some hands-on training behind a future Pro Football Hall of Famer."

Lance Zierlein (NFL.com): "Miller is an athletic, long-armed career right tackle with more game experience than any tackle in this draft. He feels like an eventual natural replacement for Lane Johnson on the right side."

Jaime Eisner (The Draft Network): "Miller has a phenomenal college resume with good size and a ton of power. He's played mostly right tackle, but he should have no issues moving over to the left side if needed or sticking at right tackle. He may not contribute to the Eagles in 2026, but could be a foundational piece after that."

Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama

Mike Band (NFL.com): "Few teams are as comfortable investing in the offensive line before the need becomes urgent than Philadelphia -- that has been central to Howie Roseman's roster-building philosophy for years. The Eagles return all five O-line starters in 2026, but Proctor would let them stay a step ahead with a rare-sized tackle who could be developed as long-term insurance outside and, if needed, offer inside flexibility sooner."

Daniel Jeremiah (NFL.com): "When it comes to addressing needs, GM Howie Roseman tends to be a year early instead of a year late. Right tackle Lane Johnson is under contract through 2027 — but the Eagles get some insurance for the 13-year veteran now. Proctor could also slide inside to guard if needed."

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