Marvin Harrison Jr. is expected to be the first receiver off the board, but which prospect can the Eagles look to for a third receiver option?
Eagles draft: Deep class of receivers could entice Birds to add weapon next to A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith
Here’s a breakdown of the receiver class, from the top players to options the Eagles could consider after the first round to pair withA Heisman Trophy finalist, Harrison finished his junior season with 67 catches for 1,211 yards and 14 touchdowns, matching the number of touchdowns from his sophomore campaign. The Buckeyes standout is an excellent blend of size , athleticism, and unbelievable body control to make highlight-reel catches when defenders are draped all over him.
Though he didn’t test at the combine, Nabers opted to participate at his pro day, leaping 10 feet, 9 inches in the broad jump, with a 42-inch vertical, and a 4.41-second 40-yard dash, showing his lightning-quick speed and explosiveness. His ability to turn short routes into big gains, along with his fluidity as a route runner, makes him an exciting prospect who shouldn’t make it out of the top 10.
Concentration drops show up on his film along with a small frame but the explosiveness he can bring to an offense cannot be overlooked. More than half of his catches last season went for first downs , and his speed could open up one-on-one situations for Brown and Smith. Mitchell had just three games of 100 or more receiving yards last season but averaged more than 15 yards a reception, and more than 80% of his catches went for a touchdown or first down. While his size and speed are exciting, Mitchell has unrealized potential and lacks polish in terms of consistently hitting his landmarks as a route runner and effort as a blocker downfield.
He put on a show at the combine after measuring in at 6-1, 189, running the group’s fastest three-cone time and boasting the third-highest vertical jump of all receivers . Over his last two seasons at Florida, Pearsall scored 12 touchdowns and averaged 16.6 yards per catch, and would be an excellent slot option for the Eagles to consider drafting on Day 2.
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