With UDFAs, Eagles add to safety competition, return to rugby well

The Philadelphia Eagles have a history of making full use of their rookie allocation. Franchise pillars were found in the late rounds: Harold Carmichael, Jason Kelce, Jordan Mailata. Undrafted rookies have also carved out long-term roles. Reed Blankenship, the most recent example, rose from the ranks of the undrafted and became a full-time starting safety. That the Eagles are seeking to replace Blankenship, who signed a three-year, $24.75 million deal with the Houston Texans, makes analyzing this cycle’s UDFAs all the more relevant. The Eagles signed eight undrafted rookies. Below are their descriptions and how they may find a fit in Philadelphia.Advertisement