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Will the Eagles trade up in the first?

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     Add more picks? We don’t have much longer to wait to find out."The Eagles didn’t get quite as many compensatory picks this offseason that we had hoped for http://www.eagleslockerroom.com/authentic-malik-jackson-jersey , but the team still has seven total picks in the 2019 NFL Draft. Howie Roseman has talked about how he uses free agency to make sure there aren’t any “must gets” once they reach the draft, and can instead add depth throughout the roster.1st - No. 25There’s been plenty of speculation as to whether the team will trade up or down, but for right now, the team will start off Thursday night’s Round 1 at the No. 25 overall spot. The event will kick-off at 8 p.m. ET, and will be aired on ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network.Each team gets 10 minutes on the clock for their first round picks, so should the Eagles not get involved in any kind of first round trades — and with teams (hopefully) having less names to rearrange on their big boards in Round 1 — Philadelphia’s pick should come in around 10-10:30 p.m. ET.Last 5 No. 25 picks:2018: Hayden Hurst (TE), Ravens2017: Jabrill Peppers (S), Browns2016: Artie Burns (CB), Steelers2015: Shaw Thompson (OLB), Panthers2014: Jason Verrett (DB), Chargers2nd - No. 53 (from Ravens)Round 2 and 3 will get underway on Friday evening, with the action beginning at 7 p.m. ET (again, airing on ABC, ESPN and NFL Network). The Eagles have 2 second round picks, but no third rounder — for now — so it could be an early night.Teams have slightly less time on Friday, getting 7 minutes per pick to speed things up, meaning you can expect the Eagles to be on the clock twice around 8-8:30 p.m. ET. Eagles’ legend Mike Quick is set to announce the Round 2 pick for Philadelphia, and I’m assuming he’ll handle the first of the two seconds.Last 5 No. 53 picks:2018: M.J. Stewart (CB) Womens Timmy Jernigan Jersey , Buccaneers 2017: Teez Tabor (CB), Lions2016: Su’a Cravens (OLB), Washington2015: Jake Fisher (T), Bengals2014: Davante Adams (WR), Packers2nd - No. 57The Eagles will be on the board just four picks later at No. 57, probably around 8:30 p.m. ET.Brent Celek was scheduled to make the Round 3 pick for the team, but since they currently don’t have one, my bet is that he makes the second Round 2 pick for Philadelphia on Friday.Last 5 No. 57 picks:2018: Isaiah Oliver (CB), Falcons2017: Zach Cunningham (LB), Texans2016: T.J. Green (S), Colts2015: Rob Havenstein (T), Rams2014: Carlos Hyde (RB), 49ers4th - No. 127 The final day of the draft will see teams push through Rounds 4-7 on Saturday beginning at Noon p.m. ET, getting 5 minutes per pick in Rounds 4-6 and 4 minutes per pick in Round 7. The Eagles will have to wait until later in the fourth round to add another rookie to their roster, probably around 1:30 p.m. ET.The NFL announced several of the Day 3 picks will be made on location at sites chosen by teams around the country and world. Last year, Jason Avant made a pick in front of Independence Hall, so you can imagine what kind of spot the Eagles might have in mind.Last 5 No. 127 picks:2018: Rick Leonard (T), Saints2017: Michael Roberts (TE), Lions2016: Deiondre Hall (CB), Bears2015: Damien Wilson (ILB) Stefen Wisniewski Jersey , Cowboys2014: Pierre Desir (DB), Browns4th - No. 138 (compensatory)The Eagles have the final pick of Round 4, and should be back on the clock closer to 2 p.m. ET to finish it out.Last 5 No. 138 picks:2018: Cole Madison (G), Packers2017: Ryan Glassgow (DT), Bengals2016: Seth Devalve (TE), Browns2015: David Cobb (RB), Titans2014: Lorenzo Taliaferro (RB), Ravens5th - No. 163 Philly won’t be back on the clock until late in the fifth round giving you the perfect chance to do any random chores around the house — or take a quick nap. The Eagles should be ready to make their 6th selection of 2019 around 3-3:30 p.m. ET.Last 5 No. 163 picks:2018: Time Settle (DT), Washington2017: Matt Milano (LB), Bills2016: Trevor Davis (WR), Packers2015: Ryan Russell (DE), Cowboys2014: Aaron Murray (QB), Chiefs6th - No. 197As we get deeper in the rounds, they tend to get a little longer despite each pick going a little quicker. Teams don’t quite use the full clock, and there’s fewer trade options at this point. The Eagles final (scheduled) pick of the 2019 NFL Draft will come mid-way through Round 6 and should happen around 4:30-5 p.m. ET.Last 5 No. 198 picks:2018: Kahlil McKenzie (DT), Chiefs2017: D.J. Jones (DT), 49ers2016: Derek Watt (FB), Chargers2015: Randall Telfer (TE), Browns2014: Zach Moore (DE), Patriots The Philadelphia Eagles are “exploring multiple options” at cornerback ahead of the NFL trade deadline http://www.eagleslockerroom.com/authentic-carson-wentz-jersey , according to a report from NFL insider Jason La Canfora.One of those options we’ve already seen mentioned is Patrick Peterson. It sounds like the Arizona Cardinals won’t be dealing him, though. So, what else is out there for the Eagles?Well, La Canfora specifically mentioned Janoris Jenkins and Gareon Conley as two players that teams are “sniffing around on.” With the Giants clearly in fire sale mode, I don’t doubt that Jenkins is available. But I don’t think the 30-year-old corner makes sense for the Eagles. Jenkins would cost nearly $7 million in cap space for the rest of the 2018 season before carrying a $14.75 million figure in 2019. Conley makes much more sense for the Eagles. The 2017 first-round pick is only 23 years old. He’s inexpensive and under contract through at least 2020, prior to his fifth-year option potentially being activated for 2021. Conley has fallen out of favor with the Raiders as he’s been benched for former Eagles corner Daryl Worley. Conley might not be an instant difference-maker for the Eagles, but that’s OK. It doesn’t hurt for Philadelphia to think about the future of the position with Ronald Darby set to be a free agent and Jalen Mills not looking like a reliable long-term answer.For what it’s worth, the Eagles reportedly “loved” Conley heading into the 2017 NFL Draft. They ultimately passed on him at No. 14 overall, though, to select Derek Barnett. It’s entirely possible the sexual assault allegations against Conley scared the Eagles off from selecting him.It’s hard to say what Conley would cost. With the Raiders getting a 2019 first-round pick for Amari Cooper, they could very well have a high asking price. I wouldn’t give up more than a fourth-round pick, which is what 2016 first-round corner Eli Apple was traded for earlier this week.La Canfora also recently mentioned that the Eagles reached out to the Broncos about defensive backs Chris Harris Jr. and Bradley Roby. Acquiring Harris Jr. would cost around $4.8 million in cap space for the rest of this season. He’s then under contract at a reasonable $8.8 cap figure on the last year of his deal in 2019. The 29-year-old Harris is very versatile; he could immediately step in and play in the slot with Sidney Jones missing time. He could also handle playing on the outside.Roby, 26, is on the last year of his rookie deal. He’d be more of a rental unless the team has plans to re-sign him after this season. Though it’s clear the Eagles could use upgrades at corner, I kind of find it hard to believe will make significant changes at that position. Jim Schwartz has staunchly defended Mills despite the fact the third-year player is allowing the most yards in the league this season. I don’t see Darby, who’s had some good outings this season, getting benched either. Maybe the Eagles are really looking for slot help with Jones out, but they did show a lot of trust in Dexter McDougle against the Panthers.Again, the feeling here is that the Eagles’ best play is to try to buy low on a potential long-term player like Conley. They shouldn’t get so caught up in focusing on short-term rentals in an effort to save what could be a lost season.