2027 NFL Draft: Five offensive tackle prospects for Eagles to watch
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The Philadelphia Eagles have been fortunate. They've had Lane Johnson on their roster since the first season of the Chip Kelly era. He enters year 14, and is a sure-fire Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee. On the other side of the formation, at left tackle, is Jordan Mailata. He has developed into one of football's premier blind-side protectors. Both play at an elite level when healthy. Veteran Fred Johnson and rookie Markell Bell are expected to compete for a backup swing tackle job of sorts, but Philadelphia should be able to find a home for both if that's their desire.
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This may be Lane Johnson's swan song. Bell seems to be the succession plan, but teams can never have too many good offensive linemen. Scouting is an all-year process. Philadelphia has never waited until a need becomes urgent before investing in the offensive line.
Scouting is an all-year process, one that has already begun for the Eagles' scouting department. Here are a handful of offensive tackle prospects who deserve to be on early versions of Philadelphia's board.
Trevor Goosby, Texas Longhorns
Trevor Goosby possesses all the physical tools NFL teams covet. His size, length, and movement skills make him one of the premier pass protectors in the country. Another solid year of experience could vault him into assured first-round territory.
Jordan Seaton, LSU Tigers
Few offensive linemen enter the season with more hype than Jordan Seaton. After starring for the Colorado Buffaloes, the former five-star recruit transferred to LSU, where he'll face SEC competition every week. His athleticism and pass protection already look NFL-ready.
Carter Smith, Indiana Hoosiers
Carter Smith helped anchor one of college football's best offensive lines. His technique and football intelligence consistently stand out, though some evaluators wonder if he'll eventually kick inside at the next level. For now, he tracks as one of the nation's top tackles
Jaccarrius Peak, South Carolina Gamecocks
Jaccarrius Peak transferred to the South Carolina Gamecocks after establishing himself with the NC State Wolfpack. His athleticism is undeniable, and protecting LaNorris Sellers' blind side should give NFL scouts plenty of opportunities to evaluate him against elite SEC competition.
Trevor Lauck, Iowa Hawkeyes
Trevor Lauck quietly put together one of the strongest seasons among returning tackles. He combines toughness in the running game with dependable pass protection and should continue climbing draft boards.
Niki Prongos, Stanford Cardinal
After transferring from the UCLA Bruins, Niki Prongos enjoyed a breakout campaign at Stanford. Another productive season could turn him into one of the biggest risers in the class.
Worth mentioning
The Eagles have long treated offensive tackle as one of the franchise's premium positions. With Chris Kuper continuing to develop elite linemen and Lane Johnson entering the later stages of a Hall of Fame career, don't be surprised if Philadelphia invests another premium pick in the trenches sooner rather than later.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: 2027 NFL Draft: Five offensive tackle prospects for Eagles to watch