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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 15, 2016; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs running back Nick Chubb (27) runs against Vanderbilt Commodores defensive end Jonathan Wynn (49) during the second half at Sanford Stadium. Vanderbilt defeated Georgia 17-16. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 15, 2016; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs running back Nick Chubb (27) runs against Vanderbilt Commodores defensive end Jonathan Wynn (49) during the second half at Sanford Stadium. Vanderbilt defeated Georgia 17-16. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

Second Round- Nick Chubb, RB, Georgia

The Eagles need to find some stability at the running back position and that won’t happen with Ryan Mathews as their lead back. They’ll have a great opportunity to address this need during the 2017 NFL Draft where there are several high-end options.

One of the more steady performers is Georgia’s Nick Chubb who features a nice blend of power and vision. Chubb is the type of back capable of carrying the ball over 20 times a game. He does most of his damage between the tackles, but does flash the quicks to attack the edge.

Chubb runs with a low center of gravity that allows him to quickly change direction and pick up yards after contact. He does a great job locating the open hole and doesn’t hesitate to get up field.

This addition would give the Eagles a nice one-two punch with Chubb and Wendell Smallwood/Darren Sproles.

A reliable running game is something that will be extremely helpful for Carson Wentz. It will take pressure off the young quarterback by allowing him to hand the ball off and let Chubb work.

Philadelphia could be a little more aggressive addressing this need by targeting someone like LSU’s Leonard Fournette or Stanford’s Christian McCaffrey in the 1st round.

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