Philadelphia Eagles’ Best Late-Round Draft Picks Since 2000
By Jeff Glauser
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2) Brent Celek (5th Round, 2007)
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For a fleeting moment, Celek was most of the most productive tight ends in the league, including a 2009 season that saw him snag 76 catches for 971 yards and eight touchdowns. In fact, he ranks fifth all-time in franchise history for receptions. Even more impressive when looking at the five players the Eagles selected ahead of him that year (Kevin Kolb, Victor Abiramiri, Stewart Bradley, Tony Hunt, C.J. Gaddis; none of whom have played a snap in the NFL since 2012).
Though his results have tapered off in recent years in deference to up-and-comer Zach Ertz, Celek still remains a threat in the open field and recently signed a contract extension. Even now, good luck getting him down on the first hit, or without a collective effort.
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