Howie Roseman on the Eagles' draft strategy and learning from past mistakes

Howie Roseman on the Eagles' draft strategy and learning from past mistakes

Author: NBC Sports Philadelphia April 20, 2026 Duration: 27:30
On this episode of the Takeoff Podcast, John Clark sits down with Philadelphia Eagles General Manager Howie Roseman to discuss the team's strategy heading into the NFL Draft. Howie shares insights on balancing positional needs versus drafting the best player available, the impact of the new coaching staff, and the adrenaline rush of draft day. Later, John is joined by Penn State center Nick Dawkins. Nick opens up about his pre-draft visit with the Eagles, the legacy of his father, NBA legend Darryl "Chocolate Thunder" Dawkins, his distant relation to Eagles great Brian Dawkins, and what it would mean to be drafted into the NFL.

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