The Philadelphia Eagles added depth to the offensive line, and Lane Johnson's potential replacement after selecting former Miami Hurricanes offensive tackle Markel Bell with the No. 68 overall pick in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Eagles continued to invest in the trenches on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting Bell after landing Makai Lemon in Round 1 and Eli Stowers in Round 2.
Bell brings size, length, and developmental upside to a unit that has long been the foundation of Philadelphia's roster-building philosophy, but has seen a change with Sean Mannion as offensive coordinator and Jeff Stoutland out as offensive line coach.
Round 3, Pick 68: @Eagles select @CanesFootball OT Markel Bell! #NFLDrafthttps://t.co/wA1V8BoWUV pic.twitter.com/gt3dbwDMlg
With the move now official, we're looking at an instant analysis and key takeaways of the pick.
At Miami, Bell showed flashes of strong pass-protection ability and physicality in the run game, traits that align with what the Eagles prioritize at the offensive line. While he may not be expected to start immediately, his addition provides valuable depth and competition behind the starters.
At 6'9", ~346 pounds, Markel Bell is a massive offensive tackle for the Miami Hurricanes and a developing NFL Draft prospect known for his rare size and power. He earned Third-Team All-ACC honors in 2025.
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Zero sacks allowed in 558 pass pro snaps for Markel Bell in 2025. Even bigger, he showed up in the biggest moments: • CFP v Texas A&M (25 pass pro snaps): 0 pressures• National title v Indiana (34 pass pro snaps): 0 pressures• CFP vs Ole Miss (51 snaps): 1 pressure
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