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Eagles Host 'Human Skyscraper' Markel Bell

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Philadelphia Eagles host Miamis Markel Bell, aka Human Skyscraper, for a predraft visit. This towering offensive tackle, standing at six-nine and weighing 346 pounds, boasts impressive arm length and a raw talent that aligns with Eagles GM Howie Rosemans preference for potential over polish. Bell, who honed his skills at junior college and Miami, could potentially replace veteran Lane Johnson on the right tackle spot. Despite needing improvement in run blocking, his upside and coachability make him an intriguing mid-round pick for the Eagles.

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Eagles Host 'Human Skyscraper' Markel Bell

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NFL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Eagles Host 'Human Skyscraper' Markel Bell. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

0:00On March 28, Philadelphia Eagles are bringing in Miami offensive tackle Mark O'Bell for a pre-draft visit. This 6'9", 346 lb. beast, goes by the nickname, human skyscraper. His massive frame and insane arm length make him stand out like no other lineman in this draft class. Bell's journey started at junior college before he transferred to Miami and worked his way up to full-time starter. He held his own against top competition, practicing daily with edge rushers like Ruben Bane Jr. and Akeem Messador, both potential NFL prospects. Fans and scouts see him as a perfect fit for Eagles' GM Howie Roseman, who loves betting on raw traits over instant polish. At his size, Bell could be the long-term heir to veteran Lane Johnson on the right tackle spot. Eagles' defensive line coach, Clint Hurt, showed up at Miami's pro-day, hinting they might be eyeing more hurricanes talent, too. Bell shines in past protection, but needs to sharpen his run-blocking, especially pad

1:00level and consistency stuff coaches can fix. If Roseman pulls the trigger in the mid-rounds, Bell's upside could pay big dividends down the line, bolstering those trenches for years to come. This has been NFL News Today, powered by AI.

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