The Philadelphia Eagles' 2026 Mock Draft is Heating Up, and It's Not Just About Wide Receivers.
The Birds are looking to bolster their offense, particularly at wide receiver, where A.J. Brown might be on his way out. However, defensive back Avieon Terrell is high on the Eagles' radar for pick No. 23 overall.
Terrell, a Clemson product, has the skills to solidify the corner spot opposite Quinyon Mitchell. He broke up nine passes and forced five fumbles in 2025, showcasing his prowess in man coverage. Vic Fangio's defense relied heavily on man coverage this season, and Terrell would be an excellent fit.
In contrast, Kenyon Sadiq is another tight end candidate who has generated buzz as a potential top-10 pick. As the successor to Dallas Goedert, Sadiq brings athleticism and blocking skills that could elevate the Eagles' offense. Yahoo! Sports' Nate Tice notes that Sadiq's speed would allow him to replace some of A.J. Brown's work on shorter throws.
Offensive line upgrades are also crucial for the Birds. Caleb Lomu, a tackle from Utah, has impressive long-term upside as a pass protector. However, some might argue that Kadyn Proctor, an Alabama product, is a better stash option due to his technical refinement.
The interior lines are another area of concern. Olaivavega Ioane, a Penn State guard, could provide stability and tackle the issues with Landon Dickerson's injury history. Dane Brugler from The Athletic praises Ioane as an athletic mauler who would help rectify the Eagles' run-game woes.
The key question is whether the Eagles can address their defensive back needs before making a move for a wide receiver. While it's tempting to bring in a high-end talent, there are other areas that require attention first. The 2026 mock draft is heating up, and Jimmy suggests following the Eagles' front office to see how they shape up for next season.
The Birds are looking to bolster their offense, particularly at wide receiver, where A.J. Brown might be on his way out. However, defensive back Avieon Terrell is high on the Eagles' radar for pick No. 23 overall.
Terrell, a Clemson product, has the skills to solidify the corner spot opposite Quinyon Mitchell. He broke up nine passes and forced five fumbles in 2025, showcasing his prowess in man coverage. Vic Fangio's defense relied heavily on man coverage this season, and Terrell would be an excellent fit.
In contrast, Kenyon Sadiq is another tight end candidate who has generated buzz as a potential top-10 pick. As the successor to Dallas Goedert, Sadiq brings athleticism and blocking skills that could elevate the Eagles' offense. Yahoo! Sports' Nate Tice notes that Sadiq's speed would allow him to replace some of A.J. Brown's work on shorter throws.
Offensive line upgrades are also crucial for the Birds. Caleb Lomu, a tackle from Utah, has impressive long-term upside as a pass protector. However, some might argue that Kadyn Proctor, an Alabama product, is a better stash option due to his technical refinement.
The interior lines are another area of concern. Olaivavega Ioane, a Penn State guard, could provide stability and tackle the issues with Landon Dickerson's injury history. Dane Brugler from The Athletic praises Ioane as an athletic mauler who would help rectify the Eagles' run-game woes.
The key question is whether the Eagles can address their defensive back needs before making a move for a wide receiver. While it's tempting to bring in a high-end talent, there are other areas that require attention first. The 2026 mock draft is heating up, and Jimmy suggests following the Eagles' front office to see how they shape up for next season.
... anyway, I think the Eagles are smart to focus on defense first, especially with Quinyon Mitchell already at corner. Avieon Terrell's skills seem super valuable. And I'm intrigued by Kenyon Sadiq as a tight end - athleticism and blocking skills is a great combo! But can't help thinking that A.J. Brown might be the one who's actually on his way out? 
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, especially with avieon terrell being a top target at #23 overall 
. i'm also curious to see what kenyon sadiq brings to the table as a tight end candidate 
, but it's def hard to ignore the importance of offensive line upgrades 
. and omg, dane brugler is hella hyping up oliaivavega ioane as a potential solution for their run-game woes 
It's not like having A.J. Brown leave is the end of the world... they can still sign someone else or find another receiver to pair him with 
. And tight ends are super important, but you need a strong defense to back them up, right? 
I remember back in my day, we just watched football on TV and didn't know much about all these players... 
. Defense needs an upgrade, but they're also gonna try to get a top-10 tight end? And let's not forget about the O-line... I mean, who doesn't love a good pass protector conundrum? 
Caleb Lomu could be great in the long run, but Kadyn Proctor is like that friend you never know what to make of. Meanwhile, Avieon Terrell might be the answer to all their defensive woes 
. Guess we'll just have to wait and see how Jimmy's crew shapes up... or if they'll end up pulling out a surprise trade 
gotta keep quinyon safe from those passes lol brugler says ioane is fire tho 
and what's up with lomu?? he's got upside but proctor is a good stash option too? idk i'm just saying we need to see how the front office plays it out 
! I'm all about Avieon Terrell at #23 tho 
. And what's up with A.J. Brown's future? Either way, this mock draft has me hyped 
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I mean, we've seen defensive linemen turn into total disasters when they're drafted high. It's a risk, but one that might be worth taking 
. On the other hand, Kenyon Sadiq as a potential top-10 pick is definitely an interesting prospect! His speed could bring a new level to their game-day plays 
. But what about the interior lines? Dane Brugler says Olaivavega Ioane is an athletic mauler who'd help with the run-game woes... that's a big deal for me! 
They need to focus on defense first! [Image of a broken lock with a big X marked through it]
] Avieon Terrell is looking like a solid pick, but they gotta keep an eye on those interior lines too. Olaivavega Ioane would be a great addition to the team! [Image of Ioane with a big smile and a thumbs up]
Avieon Terrell would be a solid pick at No. 23 overall, he's got all the skills to solidify that corner spot and I think it'd be a huge upgrade over Quinyon Mitchell. But on the other hand, Kenyon Sadiq is looking like a dark horse candidate for top-10 pick 
. Can't wait to see how the front office shakes it all down! 
But at the same time, they can't ignore A.J. Brown might be leaving and they need some new blood at WR too. It's like you gotta balance your priorities in life - work, family, personal growth... sometimes you gotta put the urgent before the important 
. Does that make sense?