Eagles Add Cole Payton, Stacking Talent at QB

0:00On April 27, the Philadelphia Eagles just added another quarterback to their stacked room, picking Cole Payton from North Dakota State with the one. 178th overall selection in the 2026 NFL draft. Even with Jalen Hertz leading a Super Bowl MVP, young back-up Tanner McKee and veteran Andy Dalton at 38 years old, General Manager Howie. Roseman went for it anyway. Payton stands 6'3'225 pounds and brings serious dual-threat skills, like a left-handed version of some explosive. Playmakers we've seen. He completed 72% of his passes in a pro-style offense of North, though he needs work on his mechanics. Team brass loves his upside. Roseman called him the top guy on their board ahead of others, like prospects from LSU and Arkansas. Head coach Nick Seriani highlighted his elite athleticism, and with their deep crew of quarterback coaches, they see a high-ceiling project worth. Developing. This move gives them trade chips and flexibility, maybe even keeping four quarterbacks like

1:04they've done before. Payton heads to rookie minicamp this week for his first real shots, building on limited off-season reps. In the end, the Eagles stayed true to stacking talent at the most critical spot, setting up whatever the 2027 quarterback room mine. Bring. I'm Corey with The Story, and you've been listening to NFL News Today, AI-powered football coverage.