Report: Eagles one of several teams to host Malachi Lawrence for pre-draft visit
The Eagles are doing their homework on one of the most talented pass-rushers in this year's draft class.
UCF pass-rusher Malachi Lwarence reportedly met with half of the NFL during the pre-draft process. According to KPRC2's Aaron Wilson, Lawrence had top-30 visits with 16 teams, including the Philadelphia Eagles . Source: @UCF_Football speedy All-Big 12 edge Malachi Lawrence (4.
52 speed, 20 career sacks) visited #Texans this week, plus #NFLDraft visits: #Seahawks #Colts #49ers #Cardinals #Chiefs #Falcons #Saints #Chargers #Ravens #Eagles #Dolphins #Buccaneers #Commanders #Raiders #Titans … https://t. co/bq2XdqojME — Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) April 16, 2026 Lawrence is considered one of the premier edge-rushers in this draft, so it’s no surprise that teams are eager to learn more about him. With Jaelan Phillips leaving Philadelphia in free agency, the Eagles are expected to invest in the position at some point.
Malachi Lawrence Scouting Report via Lance Zierlein An NFL-caliber edge rusher with prototypical size and length, Lawrence moves with the suddenness of a smaller player. Explosive get-off and a deep bag of moves/counters fuel his pocket disruption. He can win inside or outside but his speed-to-power conversion is average.
His hands are subtle but skilled to quickly unlock openings and his secondary rush. He closes with burst and has the motor to hound scrambling quarterbacks. The next level will bring better tackles and more quick-sets, which will test how well his production translates.