Eagles 2014 Draft

[PhillyPhreak54]

Know how I know this draft is going to be successful?

That idiot Chris Steuber hates it and thinks it'll set them back a few years

[ice grillin you]

im not gonna go that far...but it hasnt been good

[PhillyPhreak54]

I'm cool with it.

I loved the Matthews pick obviously. Huff confused me but the more I read about it and think on it I understand it. I watched a ton of Oregon games (other than sec teams the ducks were my most watched) and he's talented guy.

Smith? Indifferent really. Love the production and the position was one of need.

I think the fact that I trust Chip's evals is what makes me calmer than I'd be if this were an Andy pick

[Rome]

Smith?  Who knows.  If he's actually a great athlete and can produce at an NFL level then it was a good pick.  Problem is there were players slightly above that 26 spot that are going to be productive and rather than go up and get them, they slid back.  I hate that just because it rarely works out.  If it does in this case, then yay.   C+

Loved the Matthews pick.  Ultra-productive in the best conference in college = something special.  A+

Huff was just weird, although Chip obviously loves the guy and when your former coach loves you and knows exactly what you bring to the table, it can't be a horrible pick.  I just hope he translates to the next level.   It was confusing, though, especially after the Matthews jawn.   B-

I'll say this... Chip's paw prints are all over this draft whereas last year they clearly weren't.  The 12 & 13 drafts were really good in retrospect, so I guess I'll say I'm optimistic about what they've done so far but not completely sold yet.

Overall so far (& weighted slightly higher because of Matthews)... B

[Rome]

Know how I know this draft is going to be successful?

That idiot Chris Steuber hates it and thinks it'll set them back a few years

Why would you read anything that hack has to say?  JFC, Phreak.

[ice grillin you]

its not so much that the guys the eagles got are all going to suck....i think each has a chance for a solid pro career....what makes it a bad draft is that in every case there were all kinds of superior players being picked around where the eagles got their man

imo if you like this draft you have to be staring into the chip swirly lollipop big time because you have to have the ultimate faith in the system over the player....and if that's the case I can understand giving it a high grade cause in all three picks they got their ideal person

[TexasEagle]

I'm up to just wait and see at this point. This isn't Andy Reid anymore so why not see what happens?

[Diomedes]

Because it's more fun to bitch and moan and hate?

[Rome]

Too many disappointments over the years breeds cynicism.

[ice grillin you]

espn insider analysis:

marcus smith

What he brings:
Smith is a big-time reach at this point in the draft. A former quarterback, he has to get stronger at the point and improve his ability to anchor against the run. He can also makes strides in terms of reading his keys and diagnosing plays. On the other hand, he does have rare upside as a pass-rusher. While he doesn't play quite as fast as he timed at the combine, he has the initial quickness and speed to threaten off the edge. In addition, he has active hands and can quickly work back inside when offensive tackles take away the edge.

How he fits:
Smith is a nice fit in what's a unique Eagles defensive scheme. It looks like a 3-4 front pre-snap, but they will eventually bring one OLB up to the line of scrimmage to make it look like a 4-3 under. Smith is a hybrid guy who has played DE and OLB. In this defense, he will be asked to primarily rush off the edge. He's also adept at dropping into coverage.

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jordan matthews

What he brings:
Matthews is a big-bodied receiver who has long arms, big hands and above-average body control. In addition, he is fearless working the middle of the field and is underrated after the catch. Matthews has some tightness and might struggle at times to consistently create separation, but makes up for it by using his big frame to shield defenders from the ball.

How he fits:
The go-to guys in this pass offense will be Riley Cooper and Jeremy Maclin. But neither guy is an elite receiver in a Chip Kelly offense that loves to spread the field and utilize several of multi-receiver sets. The pace of this passing game is fast and sophisticated, and it requires smart receivers. Matthews fits that description. He will work the middle of the field in this passing game, should produce good YAC numbers and might be used in some bubble screens. Matthews is a solid fit in this offense but not overly flashy.

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josh huff

What he brings:
Huff is a smooth athlete with above-average top-end speed to develop into a vertical big-play threat. However, he must continue to get stronger and develop as a route runner.


How he fits:
Philadelphia coach Chip Kelly is very familiar with Huff, who was a former player for Kelly at Oregon. Huff is a bit raw as a route runner but has intriguing quickness and top-end speed. Most importantly, he flashes the ability to create after the catch, which is a critical element in the Eagles' offense.

[PhillyPhreak54]

Know how I know this draft is going to be successful?

That idiot Chris Steuber hates it and thinks it'll set them back a few years

Why would you read anything that hack has to say?  JFC, Phreak.

Someone retweeted him so I clicked on his page to see what Capt Stupid had to say. If he's hating on it then it's a lock to be good

[PhillyPhreak54]

Almost time

Christian Jones please

[ice grillin you]

theres still so many good corner prospects on the board....its crazy

[PhillyPhreak54]

Jones
Brent Urban
Jaylen Watkins
Dontae Johnson

If it's one of those four I'm cool

[BigEd76]

It's Watkins