Senior Bowl 2024: Day Two risers that the Eagles should have on their draft board
The second day of practice for the 2024 Senior Bowl offers NFL teams a way to focus on certain players and see how they respond in different situations.
For instance, the best defensive back in Mobile, Quinyon Mitchell out of Toledo, showed off his slot skills in one-on-one drills. He continued to stand out as one of the best players at his position in these Senior Bowl practices. Like Mitchell, other players showed off their unique skills that some scouts might miss watching their college tape.
OT Tyler Guyton, Oklahoma (6-7, 327 lbs)
Mel Kiper and Daniel Jeremiah’s initial mock drafts have the Eagles taking an offensive tackle to replace Lane Johnson when he eventually retires. Lane turns 34 in May, but this offensive line class is one of the strongest and deepest groups in a long time. Tyler Guyton stands out among many talented linemen this year because of his superior athleticism, which Jeff Stoutland loves. Initially enrolling at TCU as a tight end/tackle, Guyton eventually transferred to Oklahoma, where he moved to right tackle and never looked back. He didn’t give up a sack in 335 pass block snaps last season, using his long arms and raw strength to his advantage.
Despite his quickness and ability to maul defenders at the second level in the run game, Guyton is still a work in progress with his pass protection. He’s handled his business at the Senior Bowl in almost every one-on-one drill, but he still struggles to keep his leverage with that height and weight during some reps. That’s where Jeff Stoutland University comes in to fix those problems. Guyton’s frame and strength are plug-and-play NFL-ready, and with Cam Jurgens most likely moving to center, Guyton can step into that right guard spot until Lane decides to conclude his Hall of Fame career.
Tyler Guyton showing off his run game strength at the Senior Bowl
RB MarShawn Lloyd, Southern Cal (5-9, 210 lbs)
One running back who’s undoubtedly turned heads at the Senior Bowl by showcasing a different set of skills is MarShawn Lloyd out of USC. Despite only 34 receptions on 50 targets during his college career, Lloyd’s route running and catching ability add another element to an already versatile runner. With only 289 attempts at South Carolina and USC, Lloyd doesn’t have the typical wear-and-tear with which most running back prospects enter the NFL draft.
MarShawn’s vision and elusiveness make him a versatile threat in the backfield, capable of turning short gains into substantial yardage. His jump cuts dazzled during team scrimmages, but his route-running stood out. He quickly got open against almost every safety or linebacker stacked against him in one-on-one drills. Michael Penix and Bo Nix consistently found LLoyd in the National team’s scrimmage, showcasing his sure hands and ability to turn it upfield. With the Eagles’ backfield becoming a huge question mark heading into next season, Lloyd would make an explosive complementary back to build around.
MarShawn Lloyd catching a wheel route from Bo Nix during Senior Bowl scrimmage
DB Kitan Oladapo, Oregon State (6-1, 217 lbs)
Likely to go later in the draft, Oladapo is a fascinating prospect who can adapt to any NFL defense, which is a dream defender for Vic Fangio. Kitan played almost every role for the Beavers last year, lining up as an outside linebacker, slot and outside cornerback, strong safety in the box, and deep free safety. Since 2022, the versatile defensive back totaled over 60 tackles each season, along with five sacks, two interceptions, and 11 pass breakups.
Much like Sydney Brown, Oladapo’s physicality and willingness to make impactful plays in the run game align with the Eagles’ needs as they seek a safety capable of disrupting the opponent’s ground attack while providing stability in the defensive backfield. The area of improvement for Oladapo is his consistent tackling, with 18 missed in the last two seasons. Again, the coaches can focus on ensuring his tackling is up to par while utilizing his natural athleticism and strength. While preparing for the Senior Bowl, his coverage has been lockdown against bigger slot receivers and tight ends. With so much potential and natural instinct, the Oregon State product makes for a stellar developmental pick for Vic Fangio’s defense with one of the Eagles’ late-round selections.
Oladapo stays in Brevyn Spann-Ford’s hip pocket through the route in 1v1 drills
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