More Draft Thoughts

by Tom Daniels The Eagles draft has come and gone... They trade up to get the first defensive end taken in the 2010 draft which was completely dominated by DTs early on. The pick was definitely needed, but whether or not Brandon Graham will be a pivotal piece to this new look defense or another Jerome McDougle only time will tell. The secondary got younger with a safety by the name of Nate Allen , and a corner Trevard Lindley. With another DE sandwiched in between. With those draft picks it was obvious what the Eagles were concerned with, and rightly so. This defense will take on a new look and one that defensive coordinator McDermott can mold into his own. With the acquisistion of Lions LB Ernie Sims there is a lot to work with. In fact, thoughts have been passed around of switching to a 3-4 defense. With all the speed and young undersized hybrid guys it might not be a bad idea. It would be crazy to see if a 3-4 can work in the NFC East. No one knows what to ex...