The Philadelphia Eagles have officially rolled out the jersey numbers for their 2026 NFL Draft picks and undrafted free agent signings, just in time for rookie minicamp this weekend. It's a fresh start for the newest members of the Birds, and we're breaking it all down with our signature #JerseyNumberAnalytics.

First up, the good news: the Eagles' draft class landed some seriously solid digits. No duds in this bunch, which is a promising sign for the future. Let's dive into the highlights.

The big headline is No. 9, which is back in action for wide receiver Makai Lemon. Some fans wanted the Eagles to retire it for Super Bowl LII MVP Nick Foles, but Lemon got Foles' blessing to wear it. That's a huge vote of confidence from the organization—they wouldn't hand out that number to just anyone. It signals they believe Lemon is a stud in the making.

Over at tight end, Stowers snagged No. 87, which is a classic number for the position. It brings to mind Brent Celek, a gritty blocker and reliable receiver, though Stowers is more known for his pass-catching chops. But here's a fun twist: Travis Kelce also rocks No. 87, and like Kelce, Stowers is a former quarterback. Maybe that's a good omen.

On the offensive line, Bell is stepping into No. 72, a number with some serious Eagles history. It belonged to Hall of Fame tackle Tra Thomas and later Halapoulivaati Vaitai. If Bell lands somewhere between those two in terms of impact, that's a win for Philly.

Now for the quarterback situation: Payton is currently sharing No. 10 with punter Braden Mann, which means he'll need a new number if he makes the roster. Options down the line include No. 7 (if Kelee Ringo moves on), No. 11 (if A.J. Brown gets traded—a big if), or No. 18 or 19 if Britain Covey or Elijah Moore don't stick. Maybe he leans into the North Dakota State quarterback legacy and grabs a number that fits the vibe.

And finally, No. 76 goes to... well, we'll keep an eye on that one. Overall, the Eagles' rookie class is looking sharp in their new threads, and we can't wait to see them in action this weekend.