Philadelphia Eagles 7-Round Mock Draft Projections
Jan 3, 2014; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Tajh Boyd (10) celebrates after winning the 2014 Orange Bowl college football game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Sun Life Stadium. Tigers won 40-35. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports
Round 5, No.
Tajh Boyd, QB, Clemson
Tajh Boyd was viewed as a potential first-round quarterback before the 2013 NCAA season began. While he has slipped quite a bit due to inconsistency and questions about his accuracy, he is a developmental prospect who could perform well when called upon. He is a bit undersized at 6’1″, but that didn’t stop him from leading Clemson to an exciting Orange Bowl win in a shootout over the Ohio State Buckeyes. Boyd, under Chip Kelly’s tutelage, could be a great backup and, more importantly, one who could run Chip’s offense. After all, Chip Kelly’s coaching helped Nick Foles reach the Pro Bowl last year.
Alternatives: Chris Boswell, K, Rice or Shaq Evans, WR, UCLA