Wrapping Up The Draft
Apr 28, 2008 Eagles Rumors
I’m still feeling a little disheveled after this draft. All the thought that went into determining who the Eagles should take at #19 was a waste, just like it was with last year’s first. 
Likewise, all the effort that went into the supposed certain Lito trade has thus far been for naught — #26 still has a locker at the NovaCare Complex.
So, yeah, this is going to take a few more days to sink in I’d say. That being said, taking a look at the players acquired, there’s no reason to be up in arms.
DeSean Jackson improves this team on day 1. Period. You can’t complain about that. Sorry, Reno. You’re a nice guy and I’m sure you’ll do well in the food service industry again.
Everything I read says Trevor Laws is as ready to play in the NFL on opening day as anyone in this draft. If that’s true, and he actually does rotate in relief of Bunkley and Patterson then this pick is also a good one. Otherwise, if we’re waiting a couple of years for this guy, I hate the pick.
I don’t understand the Bryan Smith selection. Sure, the Eagles got a safety in the next round, but I was getting pretty excited for the hard-hitting Dujuan Morgan in this spot. As it turns out, he ended up being selected only a few picks later. The Eagles did get a safety in round 4 — and this will be something to remember and watch down the road — the careers of Morgan and Demps.
The rest of the guys are projects for sure. Maybe the Eagles got a gem in Ikegwuonu, maybe they got an injured criminal who won’t play a down in the league. Time will tell.
As to Lito — this may just drag out for a while now. Your guess is as good as mine. What I do know is this: Lito is NOT going to accept a job as a nickel corner happily (neither is Sheldon). So forget that idea. I’ll have more on this later.
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