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NFL redrafts are almost always fueled by a heavy dosage of hindsight. They also often come down to one simple question. What happens when your original target is no longer available? That's the situation the Philadelphia Eagles found themselves in when CBS Sports reimagined the 2024 NFL Draft.
With the benefit of two seasons of film, the first round looked dramatically different, especially near the top of the board. There was a quarterback shuffle. Drake Maye, Caleb Williams, and Jayden Daniels landed with the Chicago Bears, the Washington Commanders, and the New England Patriots, respectively.
The biggest change that Eagles fans will find most interesting came at No. 8 overall, where the Atlanta Falcons selected Quinyon Mitchell instead of quarterback Michael Penix Jr. That decision erased any possibility of the Eagles finding Mitchell waiting for them at No. 22 as they did on draft night in 2024.
Rather than forcing another position, CBS Sports projected the Eagles to stay focused on rebuilding their secondary by selecting Houston Texans cornerback Kamari Lassiter. It's easy to understand why. Mitchell has already established himself as one of the NFL's premier young defensive backs after earning All-Pro honors, making him one of the biggest steals of the original draft.
Philadelphia benefited tremendously from that value, pairing him with Cooper DeJean to reshape its secondary almost overnight. Without Mitchell available, however, Lassiter represents a logical alternative. He's overshadowed nationally by teammates Derek Stingley Jr. and Will Anderson Jr., but Lassiter has quietly developed into one of the league's more reliable young cornerbacks.
He may not carry Mitchell's accolades, but he offers the type of physical, technically sound play that has become a hallmark of Philadelphia's defensive philosophy. The exercise also reinforces something the Eagles have consistently proven under general manager Howie Roseman. Rather than chasing positions of immediate need, Philadelphia has repeatedly trusted its board and invested in premium talent whenever the opportunity presents itself.
No redraft can truly recreate the circumstances of draft night. Still, this one serves as another reminder that while Quinyon Mitchell became an ideal fit in Philadelphia, the Eagles likely would have found another talented defensive back had the board unfolded differently. That's one of the advantages of entering a draft with a clear philosophy instead of chasing desperation.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Eagles miss out on All-Pro Quinyon Mitchell in 2024 NFL redraft
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With the benefit of two seasons of film, the first round looked dramatically different, especially near the top of the board. There was a quarterback shuffle. Drake Maye, Caleb Williams, and Jayden Daniels landed with the Chicago Bears, the Washington Commanders, and the New England Patriots, respectively.
The biggest change that Eagles fans will find most interesting came at No. 8 overall, where the Atlanta Falcons selected Quinyon Mitchell instead of quarterback Michael Penix Jr. That decision erased any possibility of the Eagles finding Mitchell waiting for them at No. 22 as they did on draft night in 2024.
Philadelphia still finds a solution in the secondary
Rather than forcing another position, CBS Sports projected the Eagles to stay focused on rebuilding their secondary by selecting Houston Texans cornerback Kamari Lassiter. It's easy to understand why. Mitchell has already established himself as one of the NFL's premier young defensive backs after earning All-Pro honors, making him one of the biggest steals of the original draft.
Philadelphia benefited tremendously from that value, pairing him with Cooper DeJean to reshape its secondary almost overnight. Without Mitchell available, however, Lassiter represents a logical alternative. He's overshadowed nationally by teammates Derek Stingley Jr. and Will Anderson Jr., but Lassiter has quietly developed into one of the league's more reliable young cornerbacks.
He may not carry Mitchell's accolades, but he offers the type of physical, technically sound play that has become a hallmark of Philadelphia's defensive philosophy. The exercise also reinforces something the Eagles have consistently proven under general manager Howie Roseman. Rather than chasing positions of immediate need, Philadelphia has repeatedly trusted its board and invested in premium talent whenever the opportunity presents itself.
No redraft can truly recreate the circumstances of draft night. Still, this one serves as another reminder that while Quinyon Mitchell became an ideal fit in Philadelphia, the Eagles likely would have found another talented defensive back had the board unfolded differently. That's one of the advantages of entering a draft with a clear philosophy instead of chasing desperation.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Eagles miss out on All-Pro Quinyon Mitchell in 2024 NFL redraft
Continue reading...
