Eagles signal undrafted rookie offensive lineman

The Philadelphia Eagles are signing undrafted rookie free agent offensive lineman Marcus Tate, in keeping with an official group announcement.

The Clemson alumnus beforehand participated within the Eagles’ rookie minicamp on a tryout basis again in early Could.

Tate, 22, was a four-year starter who missed quite a lot of video games attributable to a number of harm points. Save for 14 sparing snaps at proper deal with in 2024, he solely performed at left guard.

Some projected Tate to be a Day 3 decide within the 2025 NFL Draft however there have been probably questions on his well being and his lack of versatility. He additionally has very tiny fingers, comparatively talking.

On the intense aspect, Tate does boast greater than sufficient measurement for a guard at 6’5”, 321 kilos. He’ll now get an opportunity to check at Jeff Stoutland College.

The chances are clearly towards Tate sticking round however perhaps he can present that he’s value creating on the follow squad.

Scouting report through NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein:

A four-year starter with good measurement and power, Tate’s accidents during the last three years have stolen some shine from his play. He’s higher in go safety than he’s as a run blocker. He performs with elevated pads that rob him of drive energy, however he can play on the transfer and has an excellent really feel for angles to execute in house. He’s technically sound in go professional with a sturdy base, a crisp punch and the power to maintain rushers in entrance of him, however he has occasional points with lengthy twists and blitzers. There may be some favorable tape for Tate, however his harm historical past makes projecting his professional potential a bit murky.