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There was plenty of pre-draft chatter that the hulking Wilson (6'6/231) could fit better as a tight end in the NFL. Roseman told reporters on Monday that Wilson “can run the full route tree” and that wideouts are usually moved to tight end when they lack “lower body flexibility to get in and out of breaks.” “We don’t see that with Johnny,” Roseman said. Wilson, whose best collegiate season (2022) ended with 897 receiving yards, could fit in as a distant WR3 option behind A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith in 2024. His targets will be limited in the balanced Eagles offense.

Ayedze (6'4/308) was an unranked offensive tackle recruit who began his career at HBCU Frostburg State before transferring to Maryland in 2023. His lack of height allows him to be quick out of his stance and take advantage of natural leverage against taller Edges. Though Ayedze’s experience primarily comes as a bookend, he looked comfortable on the interior and took advantage of his range as a mover. What’s puzzling is that while it seems that he possesses the ability to torque down, he sometimes lacks the core strength to effectively redirect players. Ayedze’s inexperience in the sport shows in his dizzying rate of switching his head around looking for the correct man to block. Nevertheless, the performances that earned him an All-American nod in Division II could translate to the pro game with steady coaching and extended exposure to higher levels of competition.

Worth “up to” $5.5 million, the deal is contingent on a Monday physical, which is no sure thing in Becton’s case. Still, Philly undoubtedly knows what it is getting into. The Eagles, who addressed guard but not tackle during the draft, have needed a swing tackle since losing Jack Driscoll and Sua Opeta in free agency. Becton finally stayed healthy in 2023, but was more part of the problem than solution on the Jets’ right side.

Ross retired last season but is now reportedly looking at a comeback. An injury-riddle career limited him to just 37 games over five seasons, and Ross hasn’t taken a regular-season snap since 2021, when he went for 11-224-1 with the Giants. At 28 years old, durability is more of a concern for Ross than age. While it’s possible he does enough to earn an invitation to camp, it’s hard to imagine him making much of an impact even if he does latch on to a roster — in Philly or elsewhere.

A rare seven-year prospect due to a medical redshirt in 2018, Sam (5’11/191) spent five years at McNeese State before transferring to Marshall in 2022 and then LSU in 2023. He saw ample playing time wherever he played, and has also seen plenty of snaps from the slot. Sam led LSU with three interceptions last season and may be better suited for a slot role given his size and trouble with finishing tackles at the FBS level. He’ll be 26 next February, and will likely need time on a practice squad before he can be considered for a 53-man roster.

Milton (6’1/225) is a physical back out of Georgia, running for 790 yards and 14 touchdowns in his final season. He appeared in seven games each of his first two seasons before playing in 13 his junior year and 12 his senior year. Milton was not a high-volume back for the perennially contending Bulldogs, with his highest usage season coming in 2023, when he got 121 carries and five targets out of the backfield. Despite the low volume, Milton averaged an efficient 7.5 yards per carry and scored a touchdown every nine carries as a senior. His best event at the combine was a 1.51 10-yard split, tied for fastest among running backs, showing a quick starting speed. Milton profiles as a strong downhill runner at the next level who won’t do much receiving, but will break tackles and bruise opposing linebackers.

The two-time All-Big12 Honorable Mention and Senior Bowl invitee possesses good dimensions, though he carries his near-300 pounds in a very lean frame. A former three-star recruit, Hall (6'6/291) played the majority of his snaps at the three tech during his time at Waco. He approaches blockers with violent hands and does well to use his length to lock out and manipulate leverage. This is accentuated by a fairly sudden get-off, backed up by his 31.5” vertical (85th-percentile), 9’07” (95th-percentile) and 9.25 RAS. Hall has been fairly healthy, only missing six games to a knee injury pre-pandemic, but he did sit out portions of the pre-draft process with a shoulder injury. Hall will need to learn to fundamentally overcome the downsides to his length at the next level. When disengaged, Hall’s pads and hips immediately rise up to a sprinting position. Even if this signifies a decent motor, it also points to a vulnerability against delayed blocks like and traps.

A journeyman in college, Castles (6’5/252) started his career with California, redshirting his first year and transferring to UC Davis after two seasons. He caught 12 passes for 194 yards and three touchdowns in his first season as an Aggie, earning All-Big Sky honors in a season shortened by the COVID-19 pandemic and played in Spring 2021. Castles transferred to Tennessee for his final season of eligibility, catching 22 passes for 283 yards and five touchdowns in 2023. Castles has an outside shot of making the Eagles final roster this season, perhaps as a special teamer.

McMahon’s (6'3/299) career has been defined by his versatility in starting for injured players in front of him. In 2021, he filled in for 2023 draftee Chandler Zavala at LG. However, his career really took off in 2022 when he spelled the injured Grant Gibson and took over the center spot for the Wolfpack. Though he missed two games himself to a knee injury in 2023, he would finally receive all-conference recognition. McMahon is an excellent athlete (94th percentile RAS) with a smooth rocker in pass sets and the ability to square up opponents in the run game. Against power rushers, he is forced to quickly revert to “losing quickly” instead of being able to retaliate with his own power. But his experience has shown that McMahon can contribute in a variety of ways, most importantly by his intelligence in identifying defensive leverage and stunt pressure. McMahon should excel in schemes that emphasize power and duo where he can collaborate with teammates to generate lateral movement. He should also be a great asset in space on screens as his elite movement trait can really be highlighted.

One of the bigger receivers to come through the draft in recent memory, Wilson (6’6/231) topped out at 897 receiving yards in 2022 and closed out his career at Florida State with a line of 41-617-2 last year. He impressed with a 4.52 40-yard dash at the combine and could be used in a multitude of ways in the NFL. While it’s possible Wilson makes a switch to tight end or some kind of big slot role, the four-year prospect spent most of his career playing on the outside. For a player of his size, Wilson’s 42.6 percent contested catch rate is woefully underwhelming, but he averaged a solid 17.2 YPR for his career and had a 20.9 YPR in his first year with the Noles. He’s drawn criticism for his lack of polished route running and ball skills. Wilson will get time to develop while playing behind A.J. Brown and Devonta Smith early in his career.