Philadelphia Eagles 2026 NFL Draft Preview
The Philadelphia Eagles endured a challenging 2025, plagued by a Super Bowl hangover. Poor coaching, injuries, and a season full of inconsistency have given fans concern about Philly’s future. After a deflating loss to the 49ers in the NFC Wild Card round, attention has turned to free agency and the draft.
General Manager Howie Roseman must answer questions at safety after Reed Blankenship’s departure , at offensive tackle with Lane Johnson nearing retirement, and in the pass rush after Jaelan Phillips signed with Carolina. Roseman and the Eagles will have several top picks to address these concerns. Eagles Draft Picks: Round 1: Pick No.
23 Round 2: Pick No. 54 Round 3: Pick No. 68 Round 3: Pick No.
98 Roseman tends to draft the best available player rather than focusing solely on positional needs, and his frequent trades make draft night unpredictable . The Eagles keep their draft-day plans close to the vest, but the team’s needs are clear. Eagles Positions of Need: S EDGE OL TE Key Draft Targets for Eagles: Emmanuel McNeil-Warren – S – Toledo The Eagles have rarely invested a top pick in a safety.
But the same was true at linebacker until last year, when they selected Jihad Campbell. Roseman is willing to do whatever it takes to build a winner, which means drafting a safety early this year. McNeil-Warren has elite instincts and length.