Last year, the Pittsburgh Steelers might’ve stolen tackle Broderick Jones away from the New York Jets. This year, they might’ve done it to the Philadelphia Eagles. According to Sports Ilustrated’s John McMullen, the Eagles had hopes of landing Washington OL Troy Fautanu with the 22nd selection.
“Per McMullen’s source, the Eagles were particularly interested in Alabama offensive tackle JC Latham, who went No. 7 overall to the Tennessee Titans, and Washington offensive guard Troy Fautanu, who went to the Pittsburgh Steelers at No. 20. The Eagles didn’t have to trade up before snagging Mitchell a few picks later.