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The 12 days of Christmas: Philadelphia Eagles style

By Geoffrey Knox

Dec 4, 2016; Cincinnati, OH, USA; A view of the cleats worn by Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Connor Barwin (98) at Paul Brown Stadium. The Bengals won 32-14. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 4, 2016; Cincinnati, OH, USA; A view of the cleats worn by Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Connor Barwin (98) at Paul Brown Stadium. The Bengals won 32-14. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 27, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; North Dakota State Bisons quarterback Carson Wentz throws a pass during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 27, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; North Dakota State Bisons quarterback Carson Wentz throws a pass during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

8 Draft picks:

The Eagles have a long history of screwing up one of the most sure-fire ways to build a winning team. Theirs is a history of bad draft picks, questionable draft-day decisions and a revolving door of young talent. Some of those guys we can’t remember, but recently we have seen signs and some better decision making. Now, the Eagles appear to be building the right way. They’ll need to nail the draft when April rolls around.

One good thing about this season is the fact that many young guys who will be asked to fill in at key positions have seen a ton of playing time. It hasn’t resulted in on-field success, but who can argue that the success has been invaluable. They’re now ahead of the learning curve when compared to some of their fellow rookies. The Eagles have always been good at stockpiling picks. They’ll need about eight this year, and then they’ll need to add quality guys with those picks.

Time will tell if it works out that way.

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