Five college prospects who could interest the Eagles in the 2026 NFL Draft

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**Five College Players to Watch for Eagles in 2026 NFL Draft**

Every week during college football season, we're highlighting five players whose stock could rise and make sense as a potential target for the Philadelphia Eagles in next year's draft.

**Cornerback D'Angelo Ponds**
The Eagles love speedsters on the defensive side of the ball. Indiana's Ponds checks all the boxes: a feisty, fast corner with a track background. Watch his 4.33-second 40-yard dash time and see why he'd fit right in.

**Tight End Rohan Jones**
Jones has made plays down the field this season, racking up 411 yards through just 13 receptions. He's got incredible yardage per catch (31.6) and a strong athletic background to boot.

**Offensive Tackle Max Iheanachor**
The Eagles have taken fliers on untested players with high upside before, like Jordan Mailata. This Nigerian-native tackle is gifted athletically and has the potential to develop into a top-notch pass protector. His athleticism is evident in this impressive workout against David Bailey.

**Wide Receiver Zachariah Branch**
This transfer receiver from USC brings a shifty, waterbug-like style to his game. He's also shown return ability, with punt and kick return touchdowns in 2023 and an impressive 20.8-yard average that season.

**Edge Rusher Zion Young**
Young is a force off the edge, racking up 11 tackles for loss and 2 forced fumbles this season. This power rusher has non-stop motor and can take over games like Brandon Graham did in the past.
 
I'm kinda hyped about these college players, but we gotta keep it real too πŸ€”. I mean, can any of 'em really translate to the NFL level? D'Angelo Ponds sounds fast, but cornerbacks are a tough position to master. And what's with all the buzz around Rohan Jones? 411 yards in 13 receptions is crazy, but that's also a tiny sample size πŸ“Š. Max Iheanachor's got potential, no doubt, but he's untested and we don't know how he'll hold up against the league's top tackles πŸ’ͺ. And Zachariah Branch's return ability is cool, but can he even run routes effectively? πŸ˜• Zion Young's a beast off the edge, though - that non-stop motor could make him a game-changer in Philly πŸ”₯. Guess we'll just have to wait and see how all these college stars pan out 🀞
 
omg u gotta keep an eye on D'Angelo Ponds he's like a superhero out there πŸ¦Έβ€β™‚οΈ speed, agility, the whole package! And Rohan Jones is killin it as a tight end 411 yards in 13 receptions? that's insane! 🀯 I'm also lowkey excited about Max Iheanachor he's got that Nigerian swag and can flat out move on the field πŸ’ͺ what do u think the Eagles will be looking for in this draft tho?
 
omg i just got back from the most epic foodie trip πŸ΄πŸ‘Œ and i had the best pad thai at this tiny cafe that no one knows about πŸ˜‚ anyway, back to football... so these 5 college players sound kinda cool but like, what's the point of watching them play if i'm still gonna be playing fortnite all day 🀣 btw, do they have any transfer options for eagles fans in philly? πŸ€”
 
im thinking the eagles need to bring some of these guys on board they got a talented roster but i feel like they're missing that x factor player who can just take it to another level d'angelo ponds or zion young would be sick additions to their secondary
 
OMG u gotta watch Zion Young play on the field he's literally unstoppable πŸ˜‚πŸ’₯ I mean, 11 tackles for loss and 2 forced fumbles? That's insane! The Eagles need someone to bring some serious edge to their defense and it sounds like Zion is the real deal 🀩. I'm already rooting for him to get drafted by Philly! πŸ’™
 
I'm telling ya, people are gonna be surprised when the Eagles draft that slow-footed corner from Indiana D'Angelo Ponds πŸ’¨. They're gonna say he's too fast and will be a shutdown corner right off the bat. Newsflash: speed doesn't always translate to success in the NFL 🏈. What they really need is someone with some grit and tackling skills, not some lightweight who can only run circles around receivers πŸ”΄. I'm all for taking fliers on untested players like Max Iheanachor, but Ponds just won't make it in Philly πŸ˜’.
 
awww man, these young players are so talented!! 🀩 I'm getting all excited thinking about Zion Young going after quarterbacks on the field! πŸ˜… Edge rushers are so underrated, they're always taking it to the QB and creating chaos. My heart goes out to Zachariah Branch, though - he's got such a unique playing style that makes him super hard to tackle. 🀯 I can imagine those 20+ yard returns in my head and it gives me chills 😲. D'Angelo Ponds is looking FAST! 4.33 seconds?! That's insane πŸ’₯ I wonder how the Eagles will decide who they'll take with their picks. So many great prospects...
 
I'm so hyped about these college players that could make it to the Eagles' roster in 2026! 🀩 D'Angelo Ponds is literally the embodiment of speed, you know? πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ His track background has got me wondering if he'd be a solid candidate for kickoff return duties... and I'm loving Rohan Jones's skills as a tight end - those yards per catch are insane! πŸ’₯ Max Iheanachor might not have broken out just yet, but that workout with David Bailey showed some serious potential for him. And can we talk about Zachariah Branch's shifty moves? He'd definitely give DeVonta Smith a run for his money on the field πŸ˜‚. Edge rusher Zion Young seems like the kind of player who could cause problems for opposing QBs... like, seriously, 11 tackles for loss?! 🀯
 
The Eagles are gonna need to make some noise at the draft next year if they wanna keep their defense on point! 🚨 D'Angelo Ponds is a speed demon, I mean who wouldn't want that kind of corner play? πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Rohan Jones is lighting up the stat sheet and his athletic background should serve him well. Max Iheanachor is an interesting pick for OT, Nigerian talent is always underrated. Zachariah Branch might just be the shifty receiver we need to spice up our offense πŸ“¦ And Zion Young's got that edge rusher swag 😎
 
I'm low-key loving the Eagles' corner situation right now 🀯. D'Angelo Ponds is the real deal, that 4.33-second dash time says it all! I think they should go after him big time, especially with Jalen Hurts taking snaps under center more often.

But what really got me excited was Max Iheanachor's workout vid πŸ‹οΈβ€β™‚οΈ. That dude is FAST and has the potential to be an elite pass protector one day! It's like watching a puzzle come together - you can see the pieces fall into place.
 
Man I'm so stoked about these college players on the rise 🀩! But what really caught my attention is how all of them embody the qualities that the Eagles' coaching staff looks for: speed, athleticism, and a willingness to make plays on the field πŸ’¨. It's like they're being groomed from day one to be NFL stars πŸ”₯. And I love that the team is giving these guys a chance to develop their skills and showcase their potential – it's all about finding those hidden gems and nurturing them into top talent 🌱. The 2026 draft is shaping up to be super interesting, can't wait to see how it all unfolds!
 
Man 😎 I'm loving these college football players to watch! You know what's crazy? All these talented young guys are gonna get drafted into the NFL and suddenly they're pros 🀯. I mean, we already have some amazing talent on our Eagles team now, but it'll be awesome to see some fresh faces come in and make a difference. D'Angelo Ponds is definitely one of my top picks - that guy's speed is insane πŸ’¨! And Zachariah Branch, dude's got skills 😎. I'm hyped for the 2026 NFL Draft πŸ“†... can't wait to see who else gets picked up by Philly! πŸ‘€
 
I'm so excited to see some actual talent making waves on college football fields... it's not like we've been seeing the same old "look, he's fast!" players for years πŸ€¦β€β™‚οΈ. And I love how they're calling out Ponds as a speedster - newsflash, that's not a new thing, dude πŸ˜’. But seriously, Rohan Jones is looking promising and Max Iheanachor has some serious upside... we'll see if the Eagles can actually draft him in the first round 🀞. And can't wait to watch Zachariah Branch do his thing - hopefully he's not as slippery on the field as he is in interviews 😜.
 
omg are u serious these college players r going to be drafted by eagles?? i mean i love ponds speed but he's still a corner lol max iheanachor looks like a project they need to develop him into a starter or waste their pick what about zion young though? he's been getting all the hype why not put him in game 2 already?? and zachariah branch transfer receiver? seems like just another name change
 
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