While most fans think it is a given that the Eagles will be looking to draft an offensive lineman with their first pick in the first round ( 21st overall) and possibly a running back with their second pick in the first round (28th overall) there is still a need at wide receiver that might be able to be addressed in round two.
The Eagles drafted WR DeSean Jackson in the second round in 2008, who made an immediate impact his rookie season. He added speed and big play ability that were lacking in the current receiving corps. In this years draft the Birds may look to the second round as an opportunity to add a receiver who has the size and strength to fill the role of “possession receiver”, complimenting Jacksons’ abilities.
The following are some of the players who they may have their eye on and should be still on the board in the second round:
Brian Robiskie; 6′3″ 199 lbs from Ohio State. He became a key figure in the Buckeye’s offense in 2008 establishing himself as a “go to” guy. He has the size and hands to make an immediate impact.
Kenny Britt; 6′4″ 214 lbs from Rutgers. He certainly has the size the Eagles have been lacking over the past few seasons and would make a great target as he is not afraid to go over the middle.
Greg Carr; 6′6′ 214 lbs from Florida State. he put up some great numbers with the Seminoles and has the size to go up get those “jump balls” in the end zone. He could be the second coming of Harold Carmichael.
These are a few other players who may work themselves into the mix, or the Eagles may look to trade up in the round which would open up a whole new array of possibilities. The bottom line is that they still need to upgrade themselves at the wide receiver position, and just like last year the second round may be the perfect time to do it.
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