2021 NFL Draft Results: Eagles welcome 9 new rookies to Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Eagles entered the 2021 NFL Draft with 11 picks and ended up with nine new rookies. Here’s an overview of this year’s draft class.

1 (10) - DeVonta Smith, WR, Alabama

2 (37) - Landon Dickerson, C, Alabama

3 (73) - Milton Williams, DT, Louisiana Tech

4 (123) - Zech McPhearson, CB, Texas Tech

5 (150) - Kenneth Gainwell, RB, Memphis

6 (189) - Marlon Tuipulotu, DT, USC

6 (191) - Tarron Jackson, DE, Coastal Carolina

6 (224) - JaCoby Stevens, LB, LSU

7 (234) - Patrick Johnson, LB, Tulane

And here’s a look back at Bleeding Green Nation’s coverage so far for each individual pick.

DEVONTA SMITH

Immediate difference-maker at the wide receiver position. CANNOT WAIT to watch him play.

Eagles trade up to Cowboys’ pick and select DEVONTA SMITH!!!

The Eagles shouldn’t (and didn’t!) talk themselves out of drafting DeVonta Smith

Reactions to the Eagles trading up to draft DeVonta Smith at No. 10

Eagles explain trade up for DeVonta Smith and why they aren’t worried about his size

DeVonta Smith says he was ‘shocked’ the Eagles traded up for him

The Eagles picking DeVonta Smith provides some much-needed juice

NFL Draft Grades: Eagles earn high marks for DeVonta Smith pick

Some Giants fans were NOT happy the Eagles traded ahead of New York to draft DeVonta Smith

DeVonta Smith is officially bringing his No. 6 jersey to the Eagles

LANDON DICKERSON

Future starter at guard or center. Could be a steal if he stays healthy but serious injury concerns.

NFL Draft Results: Eagles select Landon Dickerson with pick No 37

Eagles drafting Landon Dickerson prompts mixed reactions

Landon Dickerson talks injury timeline, getting to learn from Jason Kelce and Brandon Brooks

Howie Roseman says the Eagles are ‘confident’ Landon Dickerson will play in 2021

MILTON WILLIAMS

Undersized, super athletic defensive tackle. Rotational player to begin his career.

NFL Draft Results: Eagles trade down to No. 73 and pick Milton Williams

Milton Williams says he feels most comfortable at defensive tackle

NFL Draft Grades: Analyzing the Eagles’ Day 2 picks

ZECH MCPHEARSON

In the mix to start as a rookie due to the Eagles’ lack of cornerback depth. Someone for Jonathan Gannon to coach up.

NFL Draft Results: Eagles select Zech McPhearson at pick No. 123

KENNY GAINWELL

Not likely to ever be a high-volume player but can be an effective role-player in the backfield. Pass-catching production and juice in the running game.

NFL Draft Results: Eagles select Kenneth Gainwell at pick No. 150

MARLON TUIPULOTU

Figures to be a rotational interior defender in the NFL.

NFL Draft Results: Eagles select Marlon Tuipulotu at pick No. 189

TARRON JACKSON

Has the potential to be part of the defensive end rotation.

NFL Draft Results: Eagles select Tarron Jackson at pick No. 191

JACOBY STEVENS

Interesting linebacker/safety hybrid.

NFL Draft Results: Eagles select JaCoby Stevens at pick No. 224

PATRICK JOHNSON

Edge rusher prospect converting to linebacker in the NFL.

NFL Draft Results: Eagles select Patrick Johnson at pick No. 234

TRADE CONSIDERATIONS

As a reminder, the Eagles picked up the Miami Dolphins’ 2022 first-round pick in their trade down to No. 12.

The Eagles also own a conditional 2022 second-round pick from the Indianapolis Colts that can turn into a first-round pick thanks to the Carson Wentz trade.

The Eagles acquired Washington Football Team’s 2022 fifth-round pick in exchange for two of Philly’s Day 3 picks (No. 225 and No. 240) this year.

UDFA

The Eagles obviously aren’t done adding to their roster; they’ll be signing more players in undrafted free agency. Philadelphia has been able to find some UDFA contributors in recent years such as T.J. Edwards, Nate Herbig, Sua Opeta, etc. The hope is that Howie Roseman can find more diamonds in the rough.

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