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The Eagles emerged from draft weekend with an extensive, 10-player haul, as the team’s executive vice president and general manager Howie Roseman once again appeared to have aced the process for a fifth consecutive season.

While the team came away with only two players through the first two days, it used Saturday’s rounds as dart board to target prospects at positions of need.

Sure, many of the names are sure to be unfamiliar to the masses, but each of the eight players selected on the final day have a path to securing a spot on the 53-man roster.

Here is a quick preview of what each prospect brings and how he fits into the 2025 puzzle:

GETTY IMAGES: The Eagles landed Nebraska DT product Ty Robinson (left) in the fourth round for his upfield bust.

Round 4, 111th overall: Ty Robinson, DT, Nebraska

Robinson, an alignment versatile lineman who plays a physical, violent brand of football, is sure to endear himself quickly to the Philadelphia fan base. The 6-foot-5, 288-pound interior disruptor started five seasons for the Cornhuskers, compiling 134 tackles (26.5 for loss), 12 sacks and 12 passes defended. He also for two seasons earned the right to don a single-digit jersey number, which head coach Matt Rhule reserves for only his toughest players. Robinson, 24, can hold his own at the point of attack and plays with urgency.

In a mild surprise, the Eagles didn’t add to the room on Day 2, but they landed solid value in Robinson, who as a rookie projects to be an effective situational player, rotating with teammates Jordan Davis and Moro Ojomo.

Round 5, 145th overall: Mac McWilliams, CB, UCF

McWilliams (5-10, 191) started all 11 games in his lone season at Central Florida, producing 32 tackles (6.5 for loss), three passes defended, a sack and an interception. He spent his first four seasons at UAB. While his slight arm length (just shy of 30 inches) leaves much to be desired – especially for the outside, where he played last season for the Knights – McWilliams also clocked a blistering 4.41 40-yard dash time at the NFL Scouting Combine.

He also played some nickel, likely his primary position at the next level, at UAB. As a reminder, the Eagles lost reserve nickel/S Avonte Maddox in free agency, so perhaps McWilliams fulfills that role while also providing special teams value.The 23-year-old joins a crowded room of reserves that includes Kelee Ringo, Adoree’ Jackson and Eli Ricks.

Round 5, 161st overall: Smael Mondon Jr., LB, Georgia

Mondon Jr., a three-year starter for the Bulldogs, was my LB4. Exceptional athleticism, as his change of direction and lateral range really popped whenever watching the Georgia defense. Big fan of his toughness and leadership qualities, drawing comparisons to fellow Eagles linebacker – and former Bulldog – Nakobe Dean in that way.

Very long arms, measuring out to more than an 80-inch wingspan. At 6-foot-2, 224 pounds, Mondon Jr. best projects as a WILL linebacker, and while he might not factor much into the defensive equation as a rookie, he’s wired to thrive on special teams. The 22-year-old Mondon Jr., one of my favorite Eagles Day 3 selections, joins a room that includes Zack Baun, Dean, Jeremiah Trotter Jr. and Dallas Gant.

Round 5, 168th overall: Drew Kendall, C, Boston College

Really like this pick. The team attempted to add a reserve center in the 2024 draft with N.C. State’s Dylan McMahon, but lost him when the Rams signed him off the Eagles’ practice squad. The lack of a true backup center last season surfaced on multiple occasions, forcing left guard Landon Dickerson to slide over whenever Cam Jurgens came off the field.

Kendall (6-4, 308), who in March had a Zoom meeting with Eagles OL coach Jeff Stoutland, has displayed refined footwork and fluid lateral movements to go along with reliability, having started 31 straight games to finish his career. At the moment, backup center is his job to lose.

GETTY IMAGES: Syracuse QB product Kyle McCord could be an eventual No. 2 for the Eagles.

Round 6, No. 181st overall: Kyle McCord, QB, Syracuse

McCord, a Mt. Laurel, N.J., native and St. Joseph’s Prep alum, last season led the FBS in passing yards (4,779) in his lone season as a starter. McCord is a timing-based thrower, delivering passes with touch and accuracy. He throws with good anticipation and drives the football. From an athletic standpoint, McCord is more in the mold of a traditional pocket passer with limited escapability.

This feels like a move made with the future in mind, as current No. 2 quarterback Tanner McKee showed well last season in multiple games and could garner more of an opportunity elsewhere down the line. McCord is set to battle with Dorian Thompson-Robinson, whom the team acquired from the Browns in the Kenny Pickett trade.

Round 6, 191st overall: Myles Hinton, T, Michigan

Hinton landed in Ann Arbor in 2023 after spending the first half of his college career at Stanford. Hinton (6-7, 325) appeared in 23 games (15 starts) over two seasons for the Wolverines, starting all 10 games last season at left tackle. The towering blindside protector uses his strength and length to his advantage, but pad level and technique can at times be problematic with twitchy, more explosive edge rushers. Can’t fault the team for pouncing on a two-year starter from a premium program. Hinton will battle veterans Kendall Lamm and Matt Pryor this summer for a roster spot.

GETTY IMAGES: Mammoth Texas OT product Cameron Williams will be enrolling at Stoutland University, starting this spring.

Round 6,207th overall: Cameron Williams, T, Texas

Boasting off-the-chart measurables – including an 84 1/2-inch wingspan and 11 3/8 hand size – Williams is an intriguing late-round flier. A one-year starter for the Longhorns, the 6-foot-6, 334-pound Williams’ skill set and technique needs refinement but showcases plenty of power and tools worth developing. A year or two of Stoutland University should serve him well. Like Hinton, the 21-year-old must stave off the veterans Lamm and Pryor to crack the 53-man roster.

Round 6, 209th overall: Antwuan Powell-Ryland, EDGE, Virginia Tech

One of two DiCecco “My Guys” that the Eagles drafted this cycle – Drew Mukuba being the other – Powell-Ryland is an unrelenting agitator and finisher storming off the edge. Though he might not have the bend or twitchiness off the snap, Powell-Ryland works his moves and routinely demonstrates a plan of attack. His hands and feet are often in constant unison as a rusher.

The Virginia native is good at converting speed to power, using leverage to his advantage and torquing his body and getting around the edge. Powell-Ryland, who combined for 25.5 sacks and six forced fumbles over his two seasons with the Hokies after transferring from Florida, could stick as a rotational fastball off the edge and special teams contributor.

– Andrew DiCecco (@AndrewDiCecco) is a Staff Reporter/Content Producer for InsideTheBirds.com.