The Philadelphia Eagles have a storied history of uncovering late-round gems, with All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson witnessing the rise of stars like Jason Kelce and Jordan Mailata. Now, the team is buzzing with excitement over their 2025 NFL Draft class, which includes three promising offensive linemen: Drew Kendall, Myles Hinton, and Cameron Williams. While these rookies are far from seeing significant game time, they’re already turning heads in the classroom and leaving a strong impression on veterans like Johnson.
“They’re very smart, they’re in tune,” Johnson said, praising the trio’s performance in meeting rooms. “When coaches are asking questions about what is this, what is that, they’re picking things up really quickly. They’ve been a lot of fun so far, and I know they’re excited for camp. It makes it an easier transition from here to camp.”
Under the guidance of renowned offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland, known for molding raw talent into quality starters, Kendall, Hinton, and Williams are poised to become intriguing prospects for the Eagles’ future. With Johnson, now 35, nearing the twilight of his career, the organization is already looking for his eventual replacement. One of these rookies could potentially step into that critical role.
For now, though, their focus is on making the most of training camp. Leaving a positive mark on veterans like Johnson is just as crucial as their on-field development. Johnson has been particularly impressed with their work ethic and quick grasp of the playbook, signaling a bright future for the young linemen.
While it’s too early to predict stardom, the early signs are promising. If Kendall, Hinton, or Williams can translate their classroom success to the field, the Eagles may have found their next late-round steal. As training camp unfolds, all eyes will be on these rookies to see if they can continue to disrupt expectations and solidify their place in Philadelphia’s storied offensive line tradition.