Philadelphia Eagles 2016 Seven-Round Mock Draft

Jan 9, 2016; Frisco, TX, USA; North Dakota State Bison quarterback Carson Wentz (11) reacts after the game against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks in the FCS Championship college football game at Toyota Stadium. North Dakota State won the championship 37-10. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /

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Apr 18, 2015; Auburn, AL, USA; Auburn Tigers offensive lineman Avery Young gets ready for a play during the A-Day game at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-USA TODAY Sports /

Fifth Round (No. 153 overall): Avery Young, OT, Auburn

The Eagles desperately need help on the offensive line. They’ve already signed Brandon Brooks and Stefen Wisniewski this offseason, but Jason Peters is in the twilight of his career and the Eagles cannot afford to leave the offensive line untouched for the third draft in a row.

Avery Young brings good size (6’5″, 328 pounds) and versatility to the table. He has the ability to play tackle or guard and has displayed solid athleticism as an interior blocker. Young would not be forced into a starting job as a rookie, which would be an ideal situation for him as he continues to round out his game.

Learning from Jason Peters would be a pretty good bonus as well.

Next: Fifth Round (No. 164 Overall)

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