NFL Draft: Biggest Needs NFC East Edition with FA Breakdown

Jan 1, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Vinny Curry (75) celebrates his sack of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Mark Sanchez (3) during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. The Eagles defeated the Cowboys, 27-13. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Vinny Curry (75) celebrates his sack of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Mark Sanchez (3) during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. The Eagles defeated the Cowboys, 27-13. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports /
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Less than a week away from the NFL Draft and teams should finally be narrowing down their draft board to a couple of choices. With the mock drafts looking crazier than ever and the predictions flying high, we might as well throw out ours as well!

Mar 6, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; LSU Tigers defensive back Jamal Adams rests on the sidelines with writing on his workout shoes of Top #5 and Make History after finishing his workout drills during the 2017 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 6, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; LSU Tigers defensive back Jamal Adams rests on the sidelines with writing on his workout shoes of Top #5 and Make History after finishing his workout drills during the 2017 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

If you’ve missed any of the other NFL Draft prediction pieces we’ve created, be sure to click on the division!

However, stay tuned as we wrap these up before Thursday so you don’t miss any coverage regarding your favorite team!

Enough stalling, let’s jump right into one of the most criticized and watched divisions in the whole NFL.

NFL Draft: Philadelphia Eagles

Jan 1, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) congraulates tight end Zach Ertz (86) in the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) congraulates tight end Zach Ertz (86) in the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-USA TODAY Sports /

The Eagles have made some major additions when it comes to the offensive side of the ball. The signing of not only Alshon Jeffery, but Torrey Smith as well could cause some matchup problems for a good amount of opposing secondaries.

Smith’s speed paired with the big physical nature of Jeffery is something Carson Wentz should be able to abuse. They also brought in a couple more offensive pieces signing former:

These offensive line additions were necessary and with the signings they can focus on the great defensive players in this NFL Draft.

Biggest Need: Cornerbacks

The Eagles secondary was middle of the pack last season and with a young quarterback, a solid defensive unit is needed. Their current cornerback depth chart includes:

Possible Pick (1): Gareon Conley, CB, Ohio State

Dec 31, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Ohio State cornerback Gareon Conley (8) intercepts a pass intended for Clemson wide receiver Mike Williams (bottom) during the first quarter in the 2016 CFP semifinal at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Ohio State cornerback Gareon Conley (8) intercepts a pass intended for Clemson wide receiver Mike Williams (bottom) during the first quarter in the 2016 CFP semifinal at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports /

From the list of corners provided above, it’s no secret this team needs a playmaker.

Conley is an experienced corner at both spots and with 4.4 speed standing at 6-foot, he’d make an impact right away. Gareon is great at using his length to play around receivers and break up passes without seeing yellow.

There’s a possibility we see Marshon Lattimore and Gareon Conley both go early on Thursday night. What do you think?

Possible Pick (2): Quincy Wilson, CB, Florida

Oct 15, 2016; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida Gators defensive back Quincy Wilson (6) intercepted the ball and ran it back for a touchdown against the Missouri Tigers eduring the second quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 15, 2016; Gainesville, FL, USA; Florida Gators defensive back Quincy Wilson (6) intercepted the ball and ran it back for a touchdown against the Missouri Tigers eduring the second quarter at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Wilson is super competitive and not afraid to talk your ear off, but his speed is something that could drop him in this draft.

He has great size for a corner and his ability to read a route and react is basically unteachable. Also, he possesses a solid amount of power when he’s coming in to stuff the run.

However, Quincy could be better suited at the safety position later on in his career, and like we mentioned, the lack of speed could hurt him.

NFL Draft: Washington Redskins

Jan 1, 2017; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws the ball as New York Giants cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (41) chases in the first quarter at FedEx Field. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2017; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws the ball as New York Giants cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (41) chases in the first quarter at FedEx Field. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /

The redskins were close to the playoffs last season and Kirk Cousins has shown everyone that he is the real deal. So far, their biggest additions this off-season have consisted of former:

The trade-off of loosing Pierre Garcon and adding Terrelle Pryor would have made this receiving core better. However, the loss of Desean Jackson is what really hurt them. Jackson was the one who could take the top off the defense at any moment. This would leave a guy like Jamison Crowder to scrap down-low and get easy dump passes.

Also, the addition of D.J. Swearinger is big. Swearinger is coming off his best season where he doubled his career total with three interceptions for the Cardinals in 2016. He’s also still a 25-year-old who can play all over the secondary lining up at both safety spots and as a DB last season.

Biggest Need: Defensive Line

The Redskins rush defense was last in the division in 2016 allowing 119.8 rushing YPG. This needs to be addressed in the draft or Ezekiel Elliott could go for another three touchdowns on this team in 2017.

Possible Pick: Zach Cunningham, LB, Vanderbilt

Nov 19, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores inside linebacker Zach Cunningham (41) is congratulated by teammates after a fumble recovery during the second half against the Mississippi Rebels at Vanderbilt Stadium. Vanderbilt won 38-17. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 19, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores inside linebacker Zach Cunningham (41) is congratulated by teammates after a fumble recovery during the second half against the Mississippi Rebels at Vanderbilt Stadium. Vanderbilt won 38-17. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports /

Cunningham is a solid player but his ability to get after the ball is what sets him apart from others in this class. His 4.6 speed could be deadly coming off of the edge, but without an already established defensive line, he may not fit.

However, this is Cunningham’s absolute ceiling in this draft and if some pass rushers slip it would make this pick look very unappealing.

NFL Draft: New York Giants

Dec 22, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) huddles up his team against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Lincoln Financial Field. The Philadelphia Eagles won 24-19. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 22, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) huddles up his team against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Lincoln Financial Field. The Philadelphia Eagles won 24-19. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports /

The Giants haven’t made a lot additions this off-season. With the moves they did make, however, heads were definitely turned in their direction. They’ve added more offensive weapons with the signings of former:

The addition of Shaun Draughn is something I fully agree with in place of a guy like Rashad Jennings. Although Shaun’s YPC were absolute trash last season at 2.6, his ability to catch passes out of the backfield will compliment this team well.

Biggest Need: Offensive Line

If the Giants can protect Eli next season, his career numbers could be set a little bit higher. He’s never had a wide receiver core consisting of this much talent. Odell Beckham Jr., Sterling Shepard, and now Brandon Marshall? Sounds like a matchup problem waiting to happen.

Possible Pick: Forrest Lamp, OG, Western Kentucky University

Dec 3, 2016; Bowling Green, KY, USA; Western Kentucky Hilltoppers offensive lineman Forrest Lamp (76) and Hilltoppers defensive back Joe Brown (7) celebrate their victory following the CUSA championship game against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. Western Kentucky won 58-44. Mandatory Credit: Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 3, 2016; Bowling Green, KY, USA; Western Kentucky Hilltoppers offensive lineman Forrest Lamp (76) and Hilltoppers defensive back Joe Brown (7) celebrate their victory following the CUSA championship game against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. Western Kentucky won 58-44. Mandatory Credit: Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports /

If Cowboys lineman Zack Martin was reincarnated into a rising rookie, you’re looking at him. Lamp was a four-year starter at Western Kentucky and his strength combined with athleticism could help him lock up defensive ends in this up-coming season.

He’s someone who could help a whole offensive unit due to his versatility on the offensive end. Forrest can play anywhere on the O-line and his durability is something every scout loves. He only missed two games in his whole college career.

NFL Draft: Dallas Cowboys

May 6, 2016; Irving, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) and running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) during rookie minicamp at Dallas Cowboys headquarters at Valley Ranch. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
May 6, 2016; Irving, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) and running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) during rookie minicamp at Dallas Cowboys headquarters at Valley Ranch. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /

No real moves to note for the Dallas Cowboys this off-season. Unless you want to discuss the releasing of Tony Romo, but I’m guessing we’ve all had enough of that.

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The Cowboys stunned a lot of people last season when Dak Prescott looked poised and dominant as a rookie coming out of the fourth round. That should just show you how useless these pre-draft quarterback rankings are but I digress.

The Rookie tandem of Dak and Zeke ended up being one of the most dynamic rookie combo’s I’ve ever seen, but without defensive help the Cowboys couldn’t take that final step into the Super Bowl.

Biggest Need: Defensive Line and Cornerbacks

The secondary of Dallas ranked seventh to last when is came to passing yards allowed per game (260.4), but the run defense was ranked number one overall only allowing 83.5 YPG on the ground.

This is great right? Maybe! But this should be taken with a grain of salt as we look at the running back in that division last season.

Scary, I know! They also played the Packers, 49ers, and Browns so the scariness continues, but the point is, this defensive line needs some work as well.

Possible Pick: Takkarist McKinley, DE/OLB, UCLA

Nov 28, 2015; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Cody Kessler (6) throws as he is pressured by UCLA Bruins defensive lineman Takkarist McKinley (98) in the first half during the game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 28, 2015; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Cody Kessler (6) throws as he is pressured by UCLA Bruins defensive lineman Takkarist McKinley (98) in the first half during the game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports /

McKinley is a grinder and is always after the football. When the ball is snapped it looks like the football is a piece of cake and he Takkarist has a massive sweet-tooth.

If Takkarist can improve on his pass rushing mechanics and hand usage in the run game he could become one of the elite 3-4 linebackers in the game in due time.

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