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3 Eagles Draft Targets to Watch at the NFL Combine

After a disappointing 2023 season, the Philadelphia Eagles will look to retool some facets of the team in the 2024 NFL Draft. Here are three draft targets that the team should watch out for during the NFL combine.

By Jovan Alford

Clemson linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. (54) warms up before the ACC Championship football game
Clemson linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. (54) warms up before the ACC Championship football game / Ken Ruinard / staff / USA TODAY NETWORK
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2. Ricky Pearsall Jr., WR, Florida

If the Eagles don’t decide to re-sign Quez Watkins or Olamide Zaccheaus this offseason, the team will be in the market for a new WR3. 

Philadelphia could address the need in free agency, but after not selecting a wide receiver in the last two years, this might be the draft where that changes. 

Former Florida Gators wide receiver Ricky Pearsall Jr. would be a great addition to the Eagles’ wide receiver unit, as he can play on the perimeter and in the slot. 

The 6-foot-1 wideout doesn’t have blazing speed but knows how to get open and create big plays in the passing game. 

Pearsall had an outstanding last season of college football at the University of Florida in 2023, producing 65 receptions for 965 yards and four touchdowns. He also averaged 14.8 yards per reception.

The Chandler, AZ native began his college career at Arizona State, where he played 17 games in two seasons. Pearsall was a favorite at the Senior Bowl practices as he was getting off the line of scrimmage with exquisite route running. 

The Eagles already have enough speed with DeVonta Smith and A.J. Brown. However, they need another reliable pass catcher in the slot, and Pearsall could be their guy.