Eagles face NFL Draft dilemma: WR depth or build the trenches
With uncertainty around A. J. Brown’s future, the Eagles could consider an early wide receiver.
Still, their identity—built on dominant line play—suggests the trenches remain the priority despite added weapons and depth concerns.
We are 14 days out from Day 1 of the NFL draft , and Philadelphia general manager Howie Roseman has swung the roster shaping pendulum toward the defense for 2026 and beyond. Nakobe Dean (Raiders), Reed Blankenship (Texans), Jaelan Phillips (Panthers), and Adoree' Jackson (free agency) have all departed. Marcus Epps is back, and the Birds added longtime veteran J.
T. Gray to the backend after trading Sydney Brown. While there are new names to know, the bulk of a Super Bowl-caliber roster remains on offense.
Still, this roster isn't perfect, and there are plenty of pieces to be added. With uncertainty around A. J.