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Eagles’ newest defensive tackle used to be a running back

Eagles drafted an athletic defensive lineman

NCAA Football: Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl-Alabama vs Washington Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

With their eighth and final pick in the 2017 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles added to their defensive line depth by selecting defensive tackle Elijah Qualls. The big man has an interesting backstory. More quick info on him below.

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