2011 NFL Mock Draft: Which Side of the Ball Will Philadelphia Eagles Fix First?

April 4, 2011   ·   Eric Bowman   ·   Jump to comments

Kiper: Gabe Carimi, OT Wisconsin 
McShay: Akeem Ayers, OLB UCLA
Kirwan: Mike Pouncey OG Florida 
Rang: Anthony Castonzo OT Boston College 
Reuter: Jimmy Smith, CB Colorado 
My pick: Akeem Ayers, OLB UCLA
 
These experts all pick different area of needs for the Eagles, but I agree with McShay that Ayers is the best fit. Philadelphia won't take the chance on Smith, and possibly all those offensive lineman will already be taken. The Eagles need more help on defensive then on their offensive line. 
Philadelphia's leading tackler was safety Quintin Mikell. The last line of defense should not be leading your team in tackles. The Eagles need to upgrade their defense in order to advance further in the playoffs.
Ayers can be that guy. His versatility is superb as he can play all over the field. He had a down combine, but when he puts the pads on this guy can play. The Eagles need a guy like him that will stuff ...

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