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The Philadelphia Eagles have made a trade in the 2026 NFL Draft, and it's a move up the draft order.

Philadelphia is making a trade with the Dallas Cowboys, moving up to the No. 20 overall pick. And with that selection, the Eagles are selecting USC wide receiver Makai Lemon.

With the Eagles likely to trade A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots after June 1, a wide receiver is needed opposite Devonta Smith.

Lemon fills that need. Though the USC product is primarily a slot receiver, he is an explosive playmaker.