1 week Ago By LW
he , reigning champions, passed on quarterback in the a decision that surprised many considering the player fell to the fifth round. With a solid roster led by , general manager opted to strengthen other positions, prioritizing depth and versatility over a quarterback prospect who, while talented, raised questions about his style of play and perception of his surroundings. entered the with an already enviable roster and no pressing needs.
For general manager , the key was not to fill holes, but to invest in young talent that would strengthen the team's depth. It was a calculated decision to maintain long-term dominance. In the end, they chose a Philadelphia native, with the 181st pick of the sixth round of the draft.
In a way, some fans were surprised by the decision, as they could have gone with another name, but they decided to follow 's strategy as the head of this great project. Are the Eagles going with another alternative, did they ghost Sanders? If had been successful, they might not have needed . Before their first fifth-round pick, the were passed over by the A move that drew criticism, as already had plenty of quarterbacks, but they selected him after two nightmarish days for the family.
On the third day, there was talk that the might consider him, but that clearly wasn't the case. said after the draft. That would certainly be a big question going forward.
Could it be considered a big " We'll never know how the would have fared with , a fifth-round pick in 2025. But their legacy as a quarterback factory remains intact, and they will continue on that path, while the former player will have to earn a spot on his new team with the ..
