During the 2020 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles placed value on speed and athleticism while building a youthful roster around Carson Wentz.
Even after drafting a quarterback, a safety, three wide receivers, two offensive linemen, two linebackers, and an edge rusher, it’s still unknown how many of the 10 draft picks will have a true impact as rookies.
We ranked the Eagles draft picks and select undrafted free agent rookies based on their potential impact in 2020
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17. Noah Togiai, TE, Oregon State
The 6-foot-4, 246-pound Togiai played in 44 games, starting in 37 while at Oregon State, and accumulated 1,000 yards receiving in his career.
A developmental tight end, Togiai is a former basketball player.
As a senior in Corvallis, Togiai had 44 catches for 406 yards and three touchdowns for the Beavers.
16. Dante Olson, LB, Montana
Olson was the 2019 Buck Buchanan Award winner, which is given to the most outstanding defensive player in the FCS. A tackling machine at Montana in the last two seasons, Olson has all the goods and could make a lot of teams regret passing on him.
Olson started 25 of 47 games at Montana and during his final season, he set the Big Sky Conference’s single-season record for tackles with 179 and made 26 tackles for loss, 11.5 sacks, three interceptions, five forced fumbles, and one fumble recovery. In the game that put him on the map, Olson registered had 14 tackles against Oregon.
A smart and instinctive ball-hawk, Olson plays in the mold of T.J. Edwards.
15. Adrian Killins, RB, UCF
The 5-foot-7, 162-pound running back is fast and productive while specializing in finding the endzone. Killins wasn’t invited to the NFL Combine, but if he had, he would have clocked one of the fastest times.
The Darren Sproles mini-me has a chance to make the Eagles roster.
14. Luke Juriga, C, Western Michigan (UFA)
Juriga earned first-team All-Mac honors as a senior after switching over from the guard position. A huge player, Juriga stands 6-foot-3, 301 pounds, and at 22 years old, is likely Jason Kelce’s replacement at center.
13. Casey Toohill
More edge-rusher than a true linebacker, Toohill started all 12 games as a fifth-year senior, earning second-team All-Pac-12 honors after leading Stanford with 11.5 tackles for loss and eight sacks and 60 tackles.
He should find a place on special teams.
12. Prince Tega Wanogho
Tega Wanogho has the potential to be an excellent player in the NFL and the Eagles’ best value pick.
Born in Delta State, Nigeria, Tega Wanogho moved to Alabama in hopes of becoming a basketball player, before transitioning to the gridiron.
Wanogho started a total of 32 games at Auburn an earned All-SEC honors as a senior. He could be the future at one of the tackle positions, but his rookie year will be a learning experience.
11. Quez Watkins
A wide receiver with size and speed, Watkins could be the odd man out as a rookie as he works to develop more strength at the position. A sticking point in the NFL could be Watkin’s difficulty with dealing with press coverage from strong cornerbacks. He’ll have to improve if he wants to see the field in Philadelphia.
10. Shaun Bradley
Bradley is an athletic linebacker who was a leader for the Temple since his sophomore season, and last season in his final go-round with the Owls, he earned second-team All-American Athletic Conference honors after leading the Owls with 87 tackles, eight for loss, and three pass breakups.
A tackling machine, Bradley was likely drafted for his special team’s prowess, but his nose for the football could be impossible to keep him off the football field.
9. Jalen Hurts
The selection of Hurts at No. 53 caused some to believe that the Eagles were ready to move away from Wentz because of injury concerns. The Eagles selected Hurts to sure up the backup quarterback role and he’ll likely be on the field early and at times with Wentz.
8. Raequan Williams, DT, Michigan State
As a redshirt senior in 2019, Williams had 48 tackles (7.5 for loss), 5 sacks, and forced fumble. The former Michigan State Spartan doesn’t rush the passer well, but he’s long, versatile, and he has a high-motor against the run game.
Williams earned third-team All-Big Ten honors as a junior after starting 13 games and racking up 53 tackles, 10.5 for loss, two sacks, and five pass breakups. Rather than cash out on his pro potential, he stayed in school and earned third-team All-Big Ten honors again and he’ll carve out a role on the Eagles roster.
7. Jack Driscoll
The Eagles were in the market for a new swing-tackle after the Detroit Lions threw $50 million at former Eagles versatile big-man, Halapoulivaati Vaitai.
With Big-V now move on to help protect Matt Stafford, the Eagles will look to former Auburn offensive tackle Jack Driscoll could fit the bill.
Selected in the fourth-round pick, Driscoll is a swing tackle who can also play guard and could become the next player to develop under Jeff Stoutland.
6. Davion Taylor
A hybrid safety/linebacker in college, Taylor should able to inject some energy into the Eagles defense with his speed.
A raw player who’s just learning how to play the game, Taylor will bring a new level of speed to the roster.
5. Michael Warren, RB, Cincinnati
The guy who could become Jordan Howard’s replacement, Warren turned pro after rushing 261 times for 1,265 yards and 14 touchdowns in 14 games last season.
Standing 5-foot-9, 226 pounds, the Toledo, Ohio, native is a load to bring down and very productive.
4. John Hightower
An elite athlete, Hightower could turn into the Eagles version of Deebo Samuel, a guy who can make things happen thru the air or on a variety of screens and carries.
A former JUCO star, Hightower is a big-time vertical threat that can damage a defense from multiple positions.
3. Grayland Arnold, CB, Baylor, UFA
Arnold had six INTs in 2019 and he offers some added value as a punt returner. Arnold was a draft worthy player who can play cornerback and play safety. He has great timing, good athleticism, and a nose for the ball.
Standing 5-foot-9 and 186 pounds, Arnold was named second-team All American and All-Big 12 during his final season in Baylor when he led the team with six picks.
A talented slot-cornerback, Arnold will find a place on the Eagles roster and will likely make a veteran expendable.
2. Jalen Reagor
The TCU wideout led the Big 12 with 14 touchdowns last season and has star potential if he’s able to foster immediate chemistry with Carson Wentz, who loves the deep ball.
1. K’Von Wallace
A guy who should bring an attitude to the Eagles secondary from day one, Wallace was a two-time All-ACC selection with the Tigers who can be a safety that also transitions to slot cornerback.
A reliable tackler and disruptor on defense at Clemson, Wallace could be primed for a hybrid CB/S as a starter with the Eagles.
