How signing ten free agents during the first wave impacts the Eagles' 2025 NFL draft plan

The Eagles definitely have enough talent to repeat as Super Bowl champions in 2025, but the losses suffered in free agency can't be discounted or easily replaced. Philadelphia saw three starters and two key contributors depart in free agency. At the same time, C.J. Gardner-Johnson (Texans) and Kenny Pickett (Browns) were traded to free up salary cap space for future moves.

On offense, the backup running back and starting right guard departed, leaving an explosive offense with two holes that need to be filled. All wasn't lost, as the Eagles added a running back, three pass-rushing linebackers, two tight ends, a cornerback, and a new long snapper.

With the second wave of free agency underway, we're looking at how nine Eagles free agent additions will impact this month's NFL draft, with only long snapper Charley Hughlett as the only player not accounted for.

Apr 25, 2024; Detroit, MI, USA; A Philadelphia Eagles logo during the 2024 NFL Draft at Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Agreed to terms with OLB Azeez Ojulari on a one-year deal

The Eagles won the Super Bowl because of excellent pass rushing, and Ojulari has the potential to match Josh Sweat's production, if not outperform it. Still, Philadelphia signed Ojulari to a one-year deal to replace Sweat and Brandon Graham. The 25-year-old pass rusher had five sacks in three games and finished the season with eight. Even with Ojulari signing, a young edge rusher is a priority in the first or second round.

Agreed to terms on a one-year deal with OLB Joshua Uche

Like Ojulari above,  young pass rusher struggled over the past two seasons but was named an underrated pass rusher by PFF entering 2025 NFL free agency. Ojulari had 11.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, and 27 total tackles in 2022—easily ...

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