Should Philadelphia Eagles Target Wide Receiver Early in 2014 NFL Draft?

March 1, 2014   ·   Cody Swartz   ·   Jump to comments

The Philadelphia Eagles haven't wasted any time in February locking up the core of their talented roster.
Offensive linemen Jason Peters and Jason Kelce were both given long-term contract extensions to remain in Philly. Wide receiver Riley Cooper was re-signed to a team-friendly, five-year deal at $25 million total, a contract that looks much better considering the Eagles can void it after two seasons at little cap penalty. And Jeremy Maclin agreed to a one-year, prove-it deal worth $6 million.

That means the Eagles will return virtually the exact same offense in 2014 as the one that set a franchise record for points scored in '13. Barring a surprise release of a veteran player, Chip Kelly gets his offense back with a full year of experience under their belts.

Perhaps general manager Howie Roseman's finest move was retaining both Cooper and Maclin. The former enjoyed a breakout season under Foles in 2013, catching eight touchdowns while emerging as a bona fide down...

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