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Eagles End 46-Year First-Round Linebacker Drought by Drafting Jihaad Campbell

Philadelphia trades up to secure South Jersey native and Alabama standout, emphasizing versatility and long-term potential.

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Overview

  • The Eagles traded the 32nd pick and a fifth-rounder to the Chiefs to move up one spot and select Jihaad Campbell at No. 31 in the 2025 NFL Draft.
  • Campbell, a South Jersey native and lifelong Eagles fan, celebrated the homecoming moment with exuberance, calling it a 'dream come true.'
  • General Manager Howie Roseman praised Campbell’s versatility, highlighting his ability to play off-ball linebacker, edge rusher, and impact the passing game in Vic Fangio’s defensive scheme.
  • Concerns over Campbell’s offseason shoulder surgery were addressed, with the Eagles’ medical staff confirming no long-term health issues.
  • Campbell’s selection marks the Eagles’ first first-round linebacker pick since 1979, reflecting a shift in team-building strategy focused on speed and positional flexibility.