The Philadelphia Eagles addressed a need in the secondary, adding former Clemson star safety K’Von Wallace at pick No. 127 of the fourth-round.
During free agency, the Eagles re-signed Rodney McLeod, re-signed Jalen Mills and moved him to safety, and then signed safety Will Parks away from the Broncos.
Effective as a Blitzer, Wallace will add another dimension to the Eagles secondary and fits with the current theme of positionless defenders in the secondary.
Here are 3 takeaways from the move:
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1. Wallace is a versatile thumper
As the Eagles continue to add versatile defenders in the secondary, Wallace will be most successful as a downhill Blitzer and run stopper.
From ESPN Stats & Info, Wallace and teammate Isaiah Simmons were the only 2 players on the 2019 Clemson team with 50 tackles, 2 interceptions, and 2 sacks.
2. Wallace adds depth
Not an immediate starter because of some concerns in pass coverage, but he’ll definitely be called upon when the Eagles choose to blitz.
Wallace will excel on special teams and in special defensive packages.
3. Wallace is solid in coverage
Wallace is stiff in the hips and isn’t the greatest coverage guy, but he’s the highest-rated collegiate safety in coverage since 2017 per Pro Football Focus.
