Free agency is just one week away but NFL draft talk is all the rage around the league and teams have started their official predraft meetings or ‘Top-30 visits’ as it’s commonly referred to.
With starters, Jalen Mills and Ronald Darby set to be free agents, the Eagles could be looking for cornerback help via the open market and the draft process.
Mike Kaye of NJ.com is reporting that Eagles brass is set to meet with talented playmaking cornerback Amik Robertson of Louisiana Tech.
The Eagles have the opportunity to invite 30 prospects to the NovaCare Complex for designated pre-draft visits.
Robertson, a physical, ball-hawking cornerback, figures to play the slot in the NFL and is the type of player that could be on the Eagles radar.
Here’s an official scouting report on Robertson via NFL.com:
Smallish, outside corner with tremendous intensity, swagger, and toughness. Needs to handle the athletic challenges as a slot corner in the NFL. He gives rough rides to receivers trying to get away from his press before following it with route recognition and footwork to continue hounding his man. Physicality overtakes technique at times and he could struggle to mirror the release of savvy NFL slot receivers. The instincts and ball skills are rare and should translate to this level of competition in zone and man as long as he can shadow routes. Teams may worry about his size, but run support will not be a concern and Robertson could become a starting nickel as a Day 3 selection.
There have been hints of Avante Maddox moving from the slot to safety and Robertson could be the perfect replacement in the same mold as a player.
Robertson finished his collegiate career with 184 total tackles, 34 passes defended, 23 tackles for loss and 14 interceptions. He also accounted for four sacks, three defensive scores, and two forced fumbles.
