2025 NFL mock draft: Will the Eagles reload the trenches or replace Zack Baun in Round 1?

Posted by author January 15, 2025 NFL

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The Eagles are heading to the NFC divisional round, and they’ll face the Los Angeles Rams for the second time this season and the third time in a year. Even with the Birds locked in a playoff run, it’s never too early for a look ahead at the 2025 NFL draft.

Philadelphia has a host of free agents and a major decision to make on linebacker Zack Baun. With Wednesday practice set to begin, we’re looking at the latest mock draft roundups that have the Eagles reloading in the trenches.

USA Today –Jihaad Campbell, linebacker, Alabama

Nov 23, 2024; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Jihaad Campbell (11) ready for the play during the third quarter against the Oklahoma Sooners at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

With Nakobe Dean out for part of 2025 and Zack Baun a free agent, USA Today has Philadelphia adding a linebacker.

Yes, this would be a decidedly un-Howie Roseman-like move given how the GM approaches investing in linebackers. But with Zack Baun seemingly a strong candidate to cash in elsewhere after a breakout campaign that earned him a Pro Bowl nod, the Eagles should consider reloading with Campbell, whose versatility should shine through once he learns to play with a touch more discipline.

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel–Cameron Williams, OT, Texas

Nov 30, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns offensive lineman Cameron Williams (56) blocks during the first half against the Texas A&M Aggies. The Longhorns defeated the Aggies 17-7 at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Philadelphia builds through the trenches, and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel has the Eagles add an offensive tackle.

Williams is raw but has elite traits for his size. The Eagles’ roster doesn’t have any glaring needs and they instead can plan for the future. Williams can grow into an eventual successor to Lane Johnson on the right side.

CBS Sports –David Walker, Edge, Central Arkansas

CBS Sports has the Eagles adding a raw and small school pass rusher.

Howie Roseman is going to continue adding to his defensive line and chances are he’ll love David Walker’s tape. That’s because Walker’s game is darn near identical to Eagles legend Brandon Graham. He’s a squatty body that can collapse pockets with ease.

PFF –30. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES: EDGE PRINCELY UMANMIELEN, OLE MISS

Sep 28, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels defensive linemen Princely Umanmielen (1) lines up before the snap during the second half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

PFF has the Eagles adding a pass rusher.

The Eagles are a tough team to mock for these days due to how well general manager Howie Roseman has built the roster. However, with edge rushers Brandon Graham retiring and Josh Sweat set to hit free agency, perhaps another pass-rusher is in store for them in Round 1. Umanmielen put up great pass-rushing numbers over 2023 and 2024 (two consecutive seasons with a pass-rush win rate above 22%). He has some of the best burst and bend in the class.

The Athletic –30. Philadelphia Eagles: JT Tuimoloau, Edge, Ohio State

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – NOVEMBER 16: JT Tuimoloau #44 of the Ohio State Buckeyes in action against Caleb Tiernan #72 of the Northwestern Wildcats during the first half at Wrigley Field on November 16, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Dane Brugler of The Athletic has the Eagles adding a pass rusher.

With Josh Sweat and Brandon Graham possibly moving on, the Eagles will be looking for reinforcements on the edges this offseason. Tuimoloau (6-4, 270) is a smart, alert player who plays the run well and also can get after the quarterback. In three College Football Playoff games this year, he has combined for 17 total pressures.

Draft Wire –28. Philadelphia Eagles – IOL Tyler Booker, Alabama

Nov 30, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Tyler Booker (52) warms up before a game against the Auburn Tigers at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Will McLelland-Imagn Images

Draft Wire has Philadelphia adding an offensive guard.

ESPN –27. Philadelphia Eagles (14-3) Nic Scourton, Edge, Texas A&M*

Oct 5, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Nic Scourton (11) reacts after sacking Missouri Tigers quarterback Brady Cook (not pictured) in the first quarter at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images.

Jordan Reid has Philadelphia adding an edge rusher.