NFL Mock Draft: Predicting All 7 Rounds for the Philadelphia Eagles

The Philadelphia Eagles are handcuffed by all of the talk of about the collective bargaining agreement like the rest of the NFL, but one event that will go on no matter what the labor relations are like is the 2011 NFL Draft.

While the Eagles had some real success last season, they still have some glaring holes to fill, and the draft will be a good way to fix some problems.

The offensive line, the secondary and the linebacking group are all places the Eagles need help, and Andy Reid has always had an eye for good players in the draft.

The following list is of the players the Eagles might be targeting in each round. Enjoy!

Round 1

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GAINESVILLE, FL - OCTOBER 17: Quarterback Tim Tebow #15 and lineman Mike Pouncey #55 of the Florida Gators celebrate a win against the University of Arkansas Razorbacks October 17, 2009 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by Al M

Mike Pouncey, Offensive Lineman

The Philadelphia Eagles had troubles at times last season with their offensive line, and versatile lineman Mike Pouncey would be a great selection. 

The line was struck by injuries and subpar play, and if it wasn’t for Mike Vick's ability to get out of trouble, it could’ve been worse.

Mike Pouncey would come in and instantly make an impact on an offensive line that needs another two pieces to make it great.

It also won't hurt having Howard Mudd, legendary offensive line coach for the Indianapolis Colts, on the Eagles staff.

Round 2

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AUSTIN, TX - OCTOBER 10: Cornerback Jimmy Smith #3 of the Colorado Buffaloes picks up the loose ball which was knocked out of the hand of quarterback Colt McCoy of the Texas Longhorns as he rolled out in the second quarter on October 10, 2009 at Darrell K

Jimmy Smith, Cornerback

He may not be there when the Eagles pick in the second round, but if the Eagles miss out on the Nnamdi Asomugha sweepstakes, then trading up in the draft to get Colorado’s Jimmy Smith would be a good idea.

Smith played for Colorado last season and was an absolute stud. His coverage skills and tackling abilities would be a great asset to an Eagles team whose secondary is poor at tackling.

The young cornerback would be a good complement to Asante Samuel and hopefully pick up the slack in the red-zone defense.

Round 3

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CORVALLIS, OR - DECEMBER 4: Quarterback Ryan Katz #12 of the Oregon State Beavers lays on the turf after being hit by Casey Matthews #55 of the Oregon Ducks in the first quarter of the game at Reser Stadium on December 4, 2010 in Corvallis, Oregon. The Du

Casey Matthews, Linebacker

If the hype around his brother doesn’t cause him to go super high, Casey Matthews may be a player the Eagles consider moving in the draft to get.

Matthews has the same style as his brother and his father, and is born to play football. If Casey is anything like Clay, his brother, then he will become a hot commodity.

The Eagles need help at linebacker and Matthews could be a real consideration at outside linebacker.

Round 4

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TAMPA, FL - JANUARY 1: Guard Stefan Wisniewski #61 of the Penn State Nittany Lions blocks against the Florida Gators January 1, 2010 in the 25th Outback Bowl at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)

Stefen Wisniewski, Offensive Lineman

Stefen Wisniewski is one of the most highly touted centers in the draft, but the market for centers is thin in the NFL.

The Penn State senior was the first three-time ESPN Academic All-American in the school's history, and his work ethic has been praised by coaches and scouts alike.

Wisniewski’s family has a history of athletics, and his size, speed and ability to maneuver on the line might make him a later-round steal for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Round 5

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PISCATAWAY, NJ - OCTOBER 18: Michael Smith #80 of the Connecticut Huskies runs the ball after a reception against Joe Lefeged #26 of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Rutgers Stadium on October 18, 2008 in Piscataway, New Jersey. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Gett

Joe Lefeged, Safety

With all the success of fellow Rutgers Scarlet Knight Devin McCourty, the hype around Joe Lefeged has been raised.

Lefeged is not of the same class as McCourty, but the similar style might lend to a solid playing career in the NFL.

With the possible departure of Quintin Mikell, a replacement might be necessary and the Scarlet Knight Lefeged might be a perfect fit for the Eagles' schemes.

Round 6

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NEW ORLEANS, LA - JANUARY 04: D.J. Williams #45 of the Arkansas Razorbacks attempts to not touch the ground as he tries to break a tackle by Ross Homan #51 of the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first half during the Allstate Sugar Bowl at the Louisiana Super

Ross Homan, Linebacker

From all of the scouting reports that I have seen, Ross Homan could be a diamond in the rough at outside linebacker.

His small stature ( 6’0”) will have him fall until very late in the draft, but that might be a blessing for the Philadelphia Eagles.

The Eagles had trouble last year at linebacker, and Homan might be the wild-card answer that the team is looking for.

Round 7

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GLENDALE, AZ - JANUARY 10: Lee Ziemba #73 of the Auburn Tigers celebrates their 22-19 victory after defeating the Oregon Ducks in the Tostitos BCS National Championship Game at University of Phoenix Stadium on January 10, 2011 in Glendale, Arizona. (Pho

Lee Ziemba, Offensive Lineman

This would be the ultimate steal for the Philadelphia Eagles, but they should do whatever they can to get Lee Ziemba.

The kid is 6’8” and a physical specimen on the offensive line.  He played for Auburn and was a mammoth on their offensive line.

Reports say his technique is sloppy, but with a Hall of Fame offensive line coach in Howard Mudd, Ziemba would have the best teacher in the world.