Daily News | Eagles trade up to draft Jordan Davis, the defensive tackle from Georgia, with the No. 13 pick
After trading up two spots, the Eagles selected Georgia defensive tackle Jordan Davis with the No. 13 pick in the NFL draft.
Davis is a physical specimen who has the potential to develop into an impact player for the Eagles. The 6-foot-6, 341-pound lineman was considered one of the most athletic prospects at this year’s scouting combine, where he ran a 4.78-second 40-yard dash and had a 123-inch broad jump at the scouting combine.The Eagles had an early advantage on scouting Davis thanks to his longstanding relationship with defensive line coach Tracy Rocker, who recruited Davis out of high school.
Davis worked primarily as a nose tackle at Georgia, but he could be tested at different techniques. He’ll be a key piece to defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon’s scheme. Davis not only recorded eye-opening measurables, but also he flashes on tape. He swallows up gaps with force, and was widely viewed as one of the best run stoppers in the SEC over the past two seasons.
His immense talent as a run stopper is evident, but if the Eagles are able to tap into Davis’ potential as a pass rusher, he could develop into a perennial Pro Bowler. According to league sources, general manager Howie Roseman aggressively attempted to trade up inside the top 10. But considering how the board fell — with five consecutive defensive players selected to begin the draft — the odds of the Eagles finding a favorable trade partner shrunk by the minute. However, the early run of defensive prospects selected was followed by a handful of offensive tackles taken, which worked in the Eagles’ favor.
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