The Eagles first agreed to a record contract extension with AJ Brown, dispelling rumors of a potential trade for a wide receiver.
The 2024 draft was unique with a record number of offensive players picked in the first 14 selections.
The Eagles had several cornerback options but ultimately chose Quiyon Mitchell from Toledo, known for his impressive 40-yard dash and bench press performance.
The Eagles surprised some by selecting Mitchell, especially after trading up in four of their last five picks. However, much of the first-round draft was expected.
Quarterbacks Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels and Drake Maye were the top three picks for Chicago, Washington and New England.
The first round saw a mix of expected and surprising picks, including Atlanta's unexpected selection of quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
The first 14 picks included six quarterbacks, such as JJ McCarthy and Bo Nix.
The New Orleans Saints ended the streak of offensive player picks by selecting Taliese Fuaga, followed by the Indianapolis Colts picking pass rusher Laiatu Latu.
Rumors suggested the Eagles were considering trading up to select Fuaga, a right offensive tackle.
Seattle and Minnesota broke the offensive player streak by picking defensive players Byron Murphy and Dallas Turner.
The Eagles entered the draft with the 22nd pick, knowing they needed to address the cornerback position.
The Eagles continued to surprise with their contract extensions for various players.
Reports indicated that AJ Brown received a three-year, $96 million deal, joining other players like Smith, Mailata, and Dickerson with lucrative contracts.
Jalen Hurts signed a five-year, $255 million contract extension, while kicker Jake Elliott secured a four-year, $24 million deal.
During free agency, the Eagles added running back Saquon Barkley with a three-year, $37.7 million contract, expecting him to be a focal point of the offense.
The Eagles also made significant signings, including pass rusher Bryce Huff with a three-year, $51.1 million deal and safety Chauncey Gardner-Johnson with a three-year, $27 million contract.
The Eagles experienced some salary cap relief with the retirement of center Jason Kelce, defensive tackle Fletcher Cox, and the trade of pass rusher Haason Reddick to the New York Jets.
