Eagles Loaded with 8 Picks in 2026 NFL Draft

Philadelphia has four top-100 selections to address key needs on offense.

Apr. 20, 2026 at 9:00am

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The Philadelphia Eagles enter the 2026 NFL draft with eight total selections, including four picks in the top 100. The team has several offensive needs to address after loading up on defensive talent in recent years under GM Howie Roseman. The 2026 NFL draft will take place in Pittsburgh, the first time the city has hosted the event since 1948.

Why it matters

The Eagles are looking to build on their recent success and return to the Super Bowl, and having multiple high draft picks gives them a chance to add impact players on both sides of the ball. The 2026 draft class is considered deep, so Philly will have a chance to find contributors throughout the first three rounds.

The details

The Eagles' eight picks in the 2026 NFL draft include four compensatory selections. Their top picks are slated to be in the first, second, third, and fourth rounds. Philadelphia has focused on defense in recent drafts, landing players like Quinyon Mitchell, Cooper DeJean, Jihaad Campbell, Jalen Carter, and Jordan Davis. Now the team will look to the draft to address needs on the offensive side of the ball.

  • The 2026 NFL draft will take place from April 24-26 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
  • This will be the first time Pittsburgh has hosted the draft since 1948.

The players

Howie Roseman

The general manager of the Philadelphia Eagles, who has overseen the team's recent defensive-focused drafts.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to have multiple high picks in this year's draft to address some of our offensive needs. It's a deep class, so we're confident we can find impact players to complement our strong defensive core.”

— Howie Roseman, General Manager, Philadelphia Eagles

What’s next

The Eagles will hold private workouts and interviews with top prospects in the weeks leading up to the draft to help finalize their draft board.

The takeaway

The Eagles' eight picks, including four in the top 100, give them a chance to significantly upgrade their roster through the 2026 NFL draft. After focusing on defense in recent years, Philadelphia will look to the draft to find offensive playmakers to support their championship aspirations.