2 - Trevor Laws, DT, Notre Dame (6-6, 304); 2 - DeSean Jackson, WR, California (5-10, 169); 3 - Bryan Smith, DE/OLB, McNeese State (6-2, 231); 4 - Mike McGlynn, OL, Pittsburgh (6-4, 311); 4 - Quintin Demps, S, UTEP (6-0, 206); 4 - Jack Ikegwonu, CB, Wisconsin (5-10, 194); 6 - Mike Gibson, T, California (6-3, 306); 6 - Joe Mays, LB, North Dakota State (5-11, 245); 6 - Andy Studebaker, DE, Wheaton (6-3, 251); 7 - King Dunlap, T, Auburn (6-8, 310)
Analysis: The Eagles traded out of the first round for the second straight year, something of a surprise when considering that there were several capable offensive line, safety, and wide receiver candidates available at No. 19. The Birds' first pick, Laws, will back Mike Patterson in the team's defensive tackle rotation. Jackson could be a steal for Philly at No. 49, especially when considering his abilities in the return game, though his attitude is a question mark. Ikegwonu (who might not play in 2008 due to a knee injury and/or a burglary charge) is another high-risk, potentially high-reward choice. The second day started with a whimper as the team brought in yet another situational pass rusher in Smith, but the versatile McGlynn was a more prudent choice. Demps is a reach who shies away from contact. Of the final four selections, the most interesting is Dunlap, who fell to the seventh after being projected by some in the fourth-round zone.
Bottom Line: Not a lot to get excited about for Eagles fans, who must also be concerned over the maturity of Jackson and Ikegwonu.
Grade: C-
