The Philadelphia Eagles enter the 2026 NFL Draft with a clear opportunity to strengthen a key area of their roster, whether that's the offensive line, pass rush, or future depth at wide receiver. With a championship window still open, Philadelphia is focused on finding players who can contribute immediately while also planning for long-term sustainability. An early-round pick gives the Eagles a chance to land a high-end talent capable of stepping into a significant role right away.
At the same time, the Eagles have consistently found success in later rounds, identifying players who develop into key contributors over time. General manager Howie Roseman is known for maximizing value throughout the draft, often pairing premium talent early with high-upside prospects later. By executing that strategy again, Philadelphia can address its biggest need while continuing to build depth and maintain flexibility across the roster heading into the 2026 season.
The Eagles can address their top offseason need by pairing an impact early-round pick with a high-upside late-round value in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The 6-foot-7, 360-pounder is a huge physical specimen, but athletic enough to run routes and catch passes for the Crimson Tide.
Daniel Jeremiah projected Miller to land with the Eagles at No. 23 in his most recent mock draft. The 6-foot-6, 315-pounder was a four-year starter at Clemson, and followed a Freshman All-American season with three straight All-ACC selections. Miller set the Clemson records for career offensive snaps (3,778) and consecutive starts by a non-specialist (54). while starting every game of his collegiate career from 2022-25. Miller finished his career as one of only two Clemson offensive tackles since 1986 to have multiple seasons of 950+ snaps.
The 6-foot-6, 330-pounder has elite body control, footwork, and athleticism.
A raw player who's still developing, Freeling is an intriguing prospect offering elite size and athleticism for the right tackle spot. Freeling is a 6'7", 315-pound offensive tackle prospect who turns 22 years old in July. The former Bulldog finished his career with 16 career starts at left tackle, including 12 in 2025 in his lone season as a full-time starter.
Dunker is a 6'5", 315-pound offensive line prospect who is rugged, physical at the point of attack, and started 11 games in 2024 at right tackle, earning second-team All-Big Ten honors. He started 11 games at right tackle during the '23 season and one in '22 at right guard.
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