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Gavino Borquez

2019 NFL draft: Eagles select OT Andre Dillard No. 22 overall

The Eagles traded up with the Ravens to select Washington State offensive tackle Andre Dillard with the No. 22 overall selection.

With 37-year-old Jason Peters nearing the end of his career, Philadelphia found one of the best pass protectors to play opposite Lane Johnson.

Dillard only allowed one sack in his entire collegiate career. Dillard’s ability in pass protection is second-to-none, as he possesses some of the most silky smooth footwork in this entire class. He will need to improve his physicality in the run game, but he should be able to keep Carson Wentz clean in the pocket.

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