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A closer look at Philadelphia’s seventh pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
With the 2025 NFL Draft over, it’s time for some film rooms on the Philadelphia Eagles’ rookie class. I will try to get to all 10 draft picks and the UDFAs over the next few weeks. Loads of scouting reports will say very similar things, so I have tried to include film clips to back up everything and I will talk about the player’s fit with the Eagles at the end of the piece. I managed to get the All22 for several rookies, but I can’t share those clips on my Twitter accounts (or I risk getting blocked), so I’ve used a few other accounts here. Let’s go!
You can check out my podcast feed here to hear more from me. I have a Patreon linked to my podcast if you want to support me further. Due to being unable to share All22 on Twitter, I am doing All22 watch-alongs on every Eagles’ rookie on the Patreon, which is really cool!
Previously: Jihaad Campbell / Andrew Mukuba / Ty Robinson / Mac McWilliams / Smael Mondon / Drew Kendall
It’s QB Factory time! Let’s go!
+ He is accurate from the pocket when he has time to get the ball out on time. He is at his best when he plays on schedule and throws with timing and anticipation. He’s willing to fit throws into tight windows. He plays with no fear. He has big-time throws all over his film.
+ He can get the ball down the field and throws accurately outside the numbers. This is something the Eagles prioritize in their offense.
+ He’s got the old-school mentality of being willing to take a hit while throwing down the field. He will stand in and deliver with defenders closing in. He’s a gunslinger at heart.
+ He throws with excellent touch at times. He can layer the ball over the top of linebackers and understands how to give his receivers a fighting chance in one-on-one matchups.
+ Set single-season records at Syracuse in 2024, led FBS in completions and passing yards. McCord was a good college QB.
+ He looks the part as a thrower. I’m not a QB mechanics guy, but nothing terrible stands out. His footwork and release look very solid.
+ He doesn’t seem to let one or two bad plays impact him, and he will keep playing his game. I love the mentality, even if it can lead to a few disastrous games when you look at the stats sheet. The intangibles are there!
- He’s not a very good athlete. He’s a statue under pressure who won’t be able to escape from the pocket or extend plays consistently.
- Despite being willing to stand in the pocket and deliver under pressure, his accuracy suffers when he is under pressure. Due to his inability to escape, he can force some throws when he knows pressure is coming. Just...
