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"WhiteFanposts Fanshots Eagles StoriesScheduleRosterStatsYahoo Eagles NewsYahoo Eagles Team PageYahoo Eagles ReportYahoo Eagles Depth ChartYahoo Eagles TransactionsYahoo Eagles PhotosOdds About Masthead Community Guidelines StubHub 鉁旴reaking NewsThe Eagles' 2019 draft class is finalized 脳NFL DraftHowie Roseman says Andre Dillard was a top 10 player on the Eagles’ draft boardNew Youth Wilbert Montgomery Jerseys ,47commentsPhilly’s front office is very happy with their selection.EDTShareTweetShareShareHowie Roseman says Andre Dillard was a top 10 player on the Eagles’ draft boardAfter the Eagles made the trade up to No. 22 to take offensive tackle Andre Dillard, Howie Roseman, Doug Pederson and Joe Douglas spoke to the media about the evaluation process and what the rookie will bring to the table.Howie said that Andre Dillard was a Top 10 pick in their eyes, and put him as the top tackle in the draft according to their evaluations. He noted that this was not how they thought things would work out, but when he was still available they had to make the move.On what specifically they liked about Dillard:Howie went on to talk about what the process was for them as they saw Dillard start to slide, and he noted that it was important for them to protect the two second round picks (No. 53 and 57). He later said that they actually tried to jump Baltimore on the board Wilbert Montgomery Jerseys Stitched , but they couldn’t come to an agreement, so it kind of worked out that way that they were able to get the OT at No. 22.Pederson was asked if he was nudging Howie to add some protection for Carson Wentz, and the head coach called Dillard a special player and has a really good opportunity to develop under Jason Peters and with offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland. He said that as Dillard kept dropping and they were getting closer, the conversations picked up, but that they are really excited to get him in the building and get to work.The head coach wouldn’t talk about exactly where they see him lining up on the offensive line. Rather, Pederson emphasized that right now they just see him as a guy who can come in and learn Youth Sidney Jones Jerseys , whether they keep him at tackle or move him inside to guard for the time being.Joe Douglas was then asked about the process of scouting Dillard, and he noted that one of their lead scouts lives pretty close to Washington State and he did a great job getting to know the player. Douglas talked about how they also had a really good opportunity to get to know him during their Senior Bowl interview.Howie then talked about Stoutland’s take on Dillard, and the GM noted that Stoutland gets very passionate about certain guys and when he talks about Dillard’s lower body flexibility, his excitement level raises. Stoutland talks about guys who are unusual and that’s what the coach used to describe Dillard — he’s not a normal athlete, and he’s excited.Roseman also noted that they liked the depth at offensive line they had before Thursday’s pick, but finding big men with quick feet is difficult Sidney Jones Jerseys Stitched , and they were happy to add even more depth at the position.The GM also wasn’t concerned with Dillard being a bit older than some of the other prospects (turns 24 in October), noting that he still hasn’t hit his ceiling, which is something they evaluate when looking at ages. They’re very happy with how smart he is and how eager he is to be coached — especially in the run game — and know they can really develop him.Roseman said he wasn’t aware of the report that the Eagles were close to a trade with the Dolphins at No. 13 for Christian Wilkins, and that the trade they got was the one they were working on. (Sure.) He also said that re-signing Timmy Jernigan didn’t affect them not taking a defensive lineman, and they just wanted to get one of the top players on their board. The Eagles’ defensive end is working on his writing chops this offseason."On Sunday, the much-anticipated final season of “Game of Thrones” (April 14 at 9 p.m. EDT on HBO) will premiere Youth Nelson Agholor Jerseys , and fans far and wide are preparing themselves for the main event. Among those, include Eagles defensive end Chris Long, who will be writing episode recaps for Sports Illustrated every Monday through the series finale in May.Long isn’t the only NFL player to get involved with the insanely popular franchise, Chargers’ pass rusher Joey Bosa snagged a cameo on the series, and attended the premiere party last week.While Long has yet to decide whether he will return to Philadelphia for the 2019 season, or opt to retire altogether Nelson Agholor Jerseys Stitched , he’s at least spreading his wings a bit and venturing into other career options.He’s always been a real treat on Twitter and in interviews, so there’s no doubt his “Game of Thrones” recaps will be just as epic....Who do you see sitting on the Iron Throne when it’s all said and done?