Eagles Trade Up for Makai Lemon, Boost Passing Game

0:00It's April 24th, from kickoff to the final whistle. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story. The Philadelphia Eagles head into the 2026 NFL draft with real holes to fill even after two Super Bowl runs in four years. They need bodies in the secondary, along the defensive line, and long-term plans at right tackle and tight end. Rumors about AJ Brown could open up another spot I received or two. Earlier this week in draft buzz, Philly made a smart move, trading with Dallas for the number 20 overall pick in the first round. They sent back their number 23, plus picks 114 and 137. That deal landed them, Mackay Lemon, the wide out from USC. Fans and analysts are buzzing about Lemon. He earned an A grade right off the bat. His slot work fits perfect in the Eagles' offense, adding speed and reliability, no matter what happens with Brown. It's a clear win for their passing game. Meanwhile, Philly holds more ammo with picks at number 54 in round two, number 68 and

1:0598 in round three, number one, 78 in round five, and number one, 97 in round six from Atlanta. Draft season keeps heating up, so watch how these moves shape the Eagles roster push forward.