NFL Draft Results: Eagles pick Cole Wisniewski at No. 244

With the No. 244 pick within the 2026 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles choose … Cole Wisniewski, security, Texas Tech!

Eagles followers have been clamoring for an addition to the again finish of Philadelphia’s secondary they usually lastly bought one, albeit with a late Day 3 choice.

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Wisniewski performed school soccer for North Dakota State (the place fellow Eagles Day 3 pick Cole Payton performed) earlier than transferring to Texas Tech in 2025. His ball manufacturing final season was restricted to zero interceptions and 6 passes defended.

Wisniewski is not assured to make the roster however he may realistically compete for a spot as a depth security who primarily contributes on particular groups.

Scouting report through NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein:

Big security whose greatest soccer can be performed across the line of scrimmage. Wisniewski is best as a run defender close to the road, the place his physicality and a spotlight to element as a tackler advantages him. He’s a mean athlete, who reveals up when he is compelled to transition laterally in protection or shadow runners that bounce runs large and outrace him to the nook. His protection limitations are evident, however his measurement and talent to play on kick/punt cowl groups give him an opportunity to compete for a roster spot.