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2017 NFL Draft: Philadelphia Eagles Mock Draft

By Jon Dove

Oct 23, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 1, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback DeShone Kizer (14) is congratulated by offensive lineman Mike McGlinchey (68) after Notre Dame defeated the Syracuse Orange 50-33 at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 1, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback DeShone Kizer (14) is congratulated by offensive lineman Mike McGlinchey (68) after Notre Dame defeated the Syracuse Orange 50-33 at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports /

First Round- Mike McGlinchey, OT, Notre Dame

At first glance the Philadelphia Eagles seem to have a solid offensive tackle duo. However, the issue is long-term stability. Jason Peters is on the backend of his career and Lane Johnson is in the beginning of his 2nd NFL suspension.

The first week of Johnson’s most recent suspension showed just how important it is to have a stable offensive line. Carson Wentz just didn’t have enough time in the pocket and was forced to hurry a lot of his throws.

Notre Dame’s Mike McGlinchey is one of what might be two 1st round worthy offensive tackles. This year’s tackle group is limited which will make someone with McGlinchey’s talent a highly coveted prospect.

He’d fit in Philadelphia as a more reliable option than Lane Johnson and the potential long-term replacement for Peters. The other option is to keep McGlinchey on the right side and shift Johnson to left tackle.

The other potential 1st round offensive tackle is Alabama’s Cam Robinson who would also be a solid option for the Eagles.

Either way, it’s important for the Eagles to put pieces in place to ensure Wentz reaches his full potential. The best way to do that is to build from the inside out and solidify the offensive line.

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