Top 10 Small-School and HBCU Prospects for the Eagles in the NFL Draft
10 small-school & HBCU prospects for the Eagles to watch in the Draft
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The Philadelphia Eagles are eyeing talent from small schools and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the upcoming NFL Draft. Key prospects include Robert Henry Jr. from UTSA, who rushed for over 1,000 yards, and Eli Heidenreich from Navy, who excelled in both rushing and receiving, making for an exciting draft class.
- 01Robert Henry Jr. (UTSA) rushed for 1,045 yards and nine touchdowns, showcasing his potential as a running back.
- 02Eli Heidenreich (Navy) became only the second player in FBS history to achieve over 475 rushing yards and 925 receiving yards in a season.
- 03Bryce Lance (North Dakota State) led the Missouri Valley Football Conference with 83.0 receiving yards per game.
- 04Khalil 'Red' Murdock (Buffalo) ranked second nationally in tackles with 142 in the 2025 season.
- 05Payton Cole (North Dakota State) set multiple single-season records, including a pass efficiency rating of 193.8.
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The Philadelphia Eagles are exploring talent from small schools and HBCUs as they prepare for the NFL Draft. Among the prospects is Robert Henry Jr. from the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), who rushed for 1,045 yards and nine touchdowns, earning accolades including a spot on the All-American Conference First Team. Another standout is Eli Heidenreich from the U.S. Naval Academy, who made history by becoming only the second player in FBS history to achieve both 475 rushing yards and 925 receiving yards in a single season. Bryce Lance, a wide receiver from North Dakota State, contributed to his team's success with an average of 83.0 receiving yards per game and was named to the All-MVFC First Team for the second consecutive year. The Eagles are also considering defensive talents like Khalil 'Red' Murdock, who recorded 142 tackles in the 2025 season, and Payton Cole, who set multiple records at North Dakota State, including a pass efficiency rating of 193.8. This draft class presents an opportunity for the Eagles to enhance their roster with hidden gems from under-the-radar programs.
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The selection of these prospects could significantly deepen the Eagles' roster and enhance their competitiveness in the upcoming season.
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