NFL draft 2017: Who will be the Eagles' first-round pick?

After months of speculation, the NFL draft is here. The Eagles own the 14th overall pick in Thursday night's first round. Will they stand pat or will they trade up or back?

Here are 11 likely first-round candidates and how The Inquirer's Eagles beat reporters estimate the chances the Eagles will select the prospect.

The scale is 1-10, indicating the level of confidence the reporter has in the prospect being the Eagles' first-round pick (with 10 being the most likely).

McLane (3): There's been some speculation that the Alabama defensive tackle could fall out of the top 10 because of concerns over an arthritic shoulder, but it's hard to see many teams passing on this elite interior talent.

Berman (4): Allen would be a no-brainer for the Eagles if he falls to No. 14 as a top 10 talent with the ability to help both at defensive end and defensive tackle. Only injury concerns would push him down this far.

McLane (8): Top-tier edge rushers tend to go earlier than projected, and Barnett certainly has the film to back up the notion that he's one of the best in this class. But a poor combine showing could land him in the Eagles' lap.

Berman (8): The Eagles need to improve their pass rush, and the decision-makers should look past uninspiring combine testing at the 33 sacks in three years and see a potential difference-maker at defensive end.

McLane (2): The Ohio State cornerback seemed like a best bet at No. 14, but rape allegations on the eve of the draft will most certainly drop his stock. The Eagles now seem more apt to wait later in the draft for cornerbacks.

Berman (5): This would be closer to 10 if the allegations of sexual assault did not come out on Tuesday. He'd be a good pick - and the right pick - if the Eagles are satisfied by what they learn about the investigation.

McLane (5): It's difficult to see the Eagles investing a first-round pick in a running back with questions about character. But there's buzz building that the Eagles could take the Florida State stud despite the relative short life span for tailbacks.

Berman (5): Cook looked like a potential Pro Bowler during his three years at Florida State. If the Eagles are willing to use a first-rounder on a running back and are satisfied with his off-field past, he can be a Day 1 starter.

McLane (8): With the Conley news and cornerback Sidney Jones' Achilles tendon rupture last month, the Eagles could be more likely to take an offensive player at No. 14. Davis' size and speed at wide receiver may be too good to pass.

Berman (7): Davis' production, size, and personality should excite the Eagles, who would need to rely on their scouting because an ankle injury kept Davis from participating in the combine to measure himself against the other top receivers.

McLane (2): After Barnett, he may be the next best edge rusher on the board. And the Eagles sure love drafting defensive linemen in the first round. But if he's the target, they should be able to trade back.

Berman (5): Harris' pass-rush skills might be appealing to Jim Schwartz, but there could be better options available at No. 14.

McLane (4): Years from now, teams could be kicking themselves for passing on the best offensive talent in the draft. But tight end isn't considered a premium position, and Howard could fall. Would the Eagles be willing to snatch him up despite their depth?

Berman (3): Howard is a dynamic tight end who could help Carson Wentz, although he's too talented to fall to No. 14. The Eagles need to hope there's an early run on quarterback for this to happen.

McLane (4): There seems to be differing evaluations of the Alabama corner. Some scouts think he'll thrive in the NFL, while others question his ball skills. The Eagles clearly need corners, but is No. 14 too early for Humphrey?

Berman (5): The Eagles' biggest need is cornerback, and Humphrey has the size, speed, and toughness teams could crave. If they can improve his technique, the upside is there.

McLane (3): McCaffrey would be the most appealing of the first-round running backs because of how his versatility would fit in the Eagles' offense. But it's unlikely that the Stanford product will be there.

Berman (6): McCaffrey won't likely be available at No. 14, but if he is, the Eagles should be pleased about a player who can help rushing, receiving, and returning.

McLane (7): He's had two significant knee injuries and you always wonder if the speed - a 4.22-second 40-yard dash - will translate to the field. But Ross is more than just a burner and the Eagles could jump at the chance to draft the Washington receiver.

Berman (7): Speed is hard to find, and Ross has the fastest 40-yard dash ever recorded at the combine. If the medical staff is not concerned about Ross, he would help the offense.

McLane (6): A 2015 neck injury could give teams pause, but Williams put up massive numbers against the best competition in college. He's similar to Alshon Jeffery, but it's not as if the Eagles have made a long-term commitment to the free agent receiver.

Berman (8): Williams fits the prototype at wide receiver, and he produced against top competition. If the Eagles can keep Alshon Jeffery long-term, defenses would be challenged by Jeffery on one side and Williams on the other.

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