NFL Draft 2019: Philadelphia Eagles full mock draft
By Joe Romano
Round 2 – Pick 53
Parris Campbell, WR, Ohio State
As previously stated, wide receiver is a sneaky need for the Eagles. They have a very talented trio atop their depth chart with Alshon Jeffery, DeSean Jackson and Nelson Agholor. After that it is a mixed bag of inexperience and lack of top end talent. Finding pieces to go with that trio to help Carson Wentz would be a smart choice.
Parris Campbell would fit an ideal role in Philadelphia. Used as mostly a gadget player at Ohio State until his last season, Campbell needs to go to a NFL offense that can utilize his diverse skill set. His long speed and run after the catch ability is game-changing. There is a reason he is receiving round one buzz. You can’t teach that speed. However, he is not a vertical threat just yet because of his lack of ball skills and winning with his hands. He would be best utilized from the slot to start his career to allow him to get a free release, get the ball in his hands quickly and make a play.
In the long-term Campbell can be a Jackson replacement. A 32-year-old, speed base receiver is not someone to count on long term. Finding his replacement before he truly falls off is how smart teams stay good. Doug Pederson and that offense would be able to find ways to get Campbell the ball as he grows into a more well-rounded player. Just like with his time with the Buckeyes, he can grow into a better receiver with time.