The Philadelphia Eagles surprisingly made it to the playoffs last season. However, if they want to make a deeper run in 2022, they will need to nail their NFL Draft haul. In this 2022 7-Round NFL Mock Draft, the Eagles do just that.
Philadelphia Eagles 2022 7-Round NFL Mock Draft
Using the free PFN Mock Draft Simulator with trades, equipped with the current 2022 NFL Draft order, let’s see who the Eagles should target with their 10 picks.
Round 1, Pick 15: Devonte Wyatt, DT, Georgia
After agreeing to terms with Haason Reddick, the Eagles’ need for an edge rusher falls down the board. So, they turn their attention toward the interior, giving Fletcher Cox an explosive penetrator. Devonte Wyatt owns the quickest get-off in the class and is fierce between the tackles. He can legitimately generate pressure and stuff the run all the same.
Round 1, Pick 16: Derek Stingley Jr., CB, LSU
Admittedly, I have a bias toward Derek Stingley Jr. He was the subject of one of my very first draft articles back in 2019. However, despite my bias, he is still worth a top-20 selection based on his true-freshman campaign alone. He possesses true shutdown corner potential, and with an offseason working out next to Darius Slay, he should flash his potential early on.
Round 1, Pick 19: Devin Lloyd, LB, Utah
Reddick is best as a pass rusher closer to the line of scrimmage, so he doesn’t fill the Eagles’ need at linebacker. From rushing the passer, stopping the run, to covering tight ends and running backs, Devin Lloyd can do it all. He physically compares to Darius Leonard, which may catch the eye of defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon who came over from the Colts last year.
Round 2, Pick 51: George Pickens, WR, Georgia
DeVonta Smith needs a running mate for Hurts to throw to. Jalen Reagor has dropped his opportunities, and Quez Watkins fills the deep threat/gadget role. George Pickens can come in and play over the middle of the field, taking some pressure off Smith’s slight frame. Pickens has first-round talent but couldn’t put it on full display due to a torn ACL last spring.
Round 3, Pick 83: Kerby Joseph, S, Illinois
Both 2021 starting safeties Rodney McLeod is a free agent, and Anthony Harris is back on a one-year deal. Neither were exceptional, with Marcus Epps arguably playing the best of the trio. Nonetheless, Kerby Joseph is a rangy ball hawk with 33-inch arms. He used his long limbs and instincts to pull in 5 interceptions last season.
Round 4, Pick 124: Jamaree Salyer, G, Georgia
Depth along the offensive line is key for the Eagles — there isn’t currently much to speak of. Jamaree Salyer played tackle for Georgia but best projects to guard where he can utilize his powerful hands. He also fits in nicely in Philadelphia’s run-heavy approach.
Round 5, Pick 154: Zyon McCollum, CB, Sam Houston State
Sam Houston State isn’t exactly an NFL factory, but Zyon McCollum is one of the better corners in this class. All of his numbers at the Combine were ridiculous for his 6’2″ and 199-pound frame. He can effortlessly move around the field and can thrive in zone. That’s particularly useful on a defense that ran zone looks at one of the highest rates in the league last year.
Round 5, Pick 162: Tyquan Thornton, WR, Baylor
Tyquan Thornton famously unofficially broke the 40-yard dash record at this year’s Combine with a 4.21. Yet, after review, his number dropped to 4.28, which is still a blazing time. Regardless, Thornton is more than just a speedster. His short-area quickness is impressive for his size, and he can separate at a high rate. Hurts needs more weapons, and that’s exactly what Thornton is.
Round 5, Pick 166: Max Mitchell, OT, Louisiana
In my scouting report on Max Mitchell, I initially labeled him a late Day 2/early Day 3 pick as an offensive tackle. Well, he struggled at the Combine. Usually, you don’t move prospects all that much from testing numbers, but when they surprise or disappoint by a decent margin, it’s time to go back to the tape.
Mitchell can play tackle or guard, but his lighter frame and average/below-average athleticism are concerning. Nevertheless, he is technically refined and possesses the road-grading mindset Philly will fall in love with. Mitchell is a potential late-round steal in this Eagles 2022 NFL Mock Draft.
Round 6, Pick 194: Daniel Bellinger, TE, San Diego State
Behind Dallas Goedert, there isn’t much at the tight end position. Goedert saw 84 targets in 2021. The rest of the Eagles’ tight ends? 13. While most of that is by design, it also calls into question the lack of depth. Daniel Bellinger wasn’t allowed to produce in San Diego State’s run-heavy offense with poor quarterback play.
Yet, he showed out at the Senior Bowl and then at the NFL Combine. His stock is rising, and the Eagles could use a reliable TE2, especially one that can catch and block.