NFL analyst makes profound statement about what Eagles WON'T do in first round of draft
There have been rumblings lately that the Philadelphia Eagles could be interested in selecting Texas running back Bijan Robinson with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Most of those "rumblings" stem from Robinson's recent visit with the Eagles. Robinson plays at a position that's been devalued in recent years, but he's […]
There have been rumblings lately that the Philadelphia Eagles could be interested in selecting Texas running back Bijan Robinson with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.
Most of those "rumblings" stem from Robinson's recent visit with the Eagles.
Robinson plays at a position that's been devalued in recent years, but he's also been described by an AFC front office executive as a player that "might be the best player in the draft".
The Eagles have a need at running back after watching Miles Sanders sign with the Carolina Panthers earlier this offseason.
But that doesn't mean they'll be selecting Robinson with the No. 10 overall pick.
In fact, CBS Sports NFL writer Jeff Kerr says that scenario is "not happening".
From CBS Sports: While the Bijan Robinson visit to Philadelphia is intriguing, it's just not happening. The overwhelming majority of the Eagles' top-30 visits have been on the offensive line, defensive line and cornerback. While it's fun to fantasize how the Eagles' offense would look with Robinson, it's just not their way this early in the first round. The Eagles haven't drafted a RB in the first round since 1986
Robinson isn't a typical "plug-n-play" running back. He's a dynamic runner that could help the Eagles' offense reach another level.
But selecting Robinson at No. 10 would definitely be a reach. Philadelphia can land an impact player at a more important position at No. 10.
If Robinson is still hanging around when the Eagles pick at No. 30 then they should by all means select the former Texas standout. Any earlier than that, though, would be a mistake by Philalphidea general manager Howie Roseman.
