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The Eagles needed a backup quarterback. We knew this. My bold prediction ahead of this draft was that the team would select one prior to the fourth round, but I did not foresee this absolute whirlwind. The Eagles shocked the world by picking Jalen Hurts with the 53rd overall pick. But what exactly was the method behind the madness?
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The need for a developmental arm is clear. That doesn’t mean one should be taken in the second round, so let me preface with that, but the need was obvious.