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2016 NFL Mock Draft: Trade Swarm Fuels Early Action

By Erik Lambert

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Aug 30, 2014; Ames, IA, USA; North Dakota State Bison quarterback Carson Wentz (11) looks over the line against the Iowa State Cyclones at Jack Trice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 30, 2014; Ames, IA, USA; North Dakota State Bison quarterback Carson Wentz (11) looks over the line against the Iowa State Cyclones at Jack Trice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Philadelphia Eagles (via CLE)

54. One does not give up the amount of draft currency the Philadelphia Eagles just did and not take a quarterback.  It’s clear they’re not enamored with Sam Bradford as the future starter and re-signed him expressly for the purposes of not having to play a rookie right away in 2016.  Savvy in a business sense but also a bit cold-hearted too.  Such is the reality of NFL football. <p> </p> <p>Carson Wentz has all the tools of a franchise quarterback:  size, toughness, arm strength, accuracy and leadership.  He was a winner during his two years as a starter and has an understanding of pro offenses and how to run them.  To top it off, he’s quite mobile as a runner, able to make things happen with his legs.  It’s just a matter of getting him used to the speed of the pro level, something that can’t happen in the FCS playing teams like Illinois State and Northern Iowa.  A year on the bench getting ready is exactly what he needs.</p>. QB. North Dakota. Carson Wentz . 2. player

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