Ell’s 2025 NFL Draft Actual Grades: NFC East

Giants

Ell’s Draft Grade: B+

Actual Draft Grade: A-

1^st round pick Edge Abdul Carter has been in the pass rotation since day 1 but hasn’t been able to get to the QB as expected. 1^st round pick QB Jaxson Dart has proven to be a tough starter and early fan favorite, he might be the answer. 3rd round pick DT Darius Alexander has been in the rotation as a backup. 4^th round pick RB Cam Skattebo worked his way into the starting spot early in the season starting 5 games playing in 8 proving to be a solid dual threat. 5^th round pick T Marcus Mbow has provided depth at Guard and Tackle showing good run blocking.  

Eagles

Ell’s Draft Grade: A

Actual Draft Grade: C+

1^st round pick LB Jihaad Campbell has seen limited time as the backup MLB proving that he can play. 2^nd round pick S Andrew Mukuba was started 11 games before injury. 4^th round pick DT Ty Robinson is providing depth in the interior. 5^th round pick C Drew Kendall has been in the Guard rotation proving that he can play.

Cowboys

Ell’s Draft Grade: B+

Actual Draft Grade: B+

1^st round pick G Tyler Booker has been the day 1 starter at RG leading with a nasty demeanor and strong run blocking. 2^nd round pick Edge/LB Donovan Ezeiruaku has taking over a starting job with his high motor pass rush. 3^rd round pick CB Shavon Revel Jr. has worked his way up the depth chart seeing snaps. 5^th round RB Jaydon Blue has seen limited carries but needs development. 5^th pick LB Shemar James has seen limited time as a backup. 7^th round pick DT Jay Toia made the roster.  

Commanders

Ell’s Draft Grade: C+

Actual Draft Grade: B

1^st round pick T Josh Conerly Jr. has worked his way into the starting RT soot from day 1 despite being expected to be groomed for LT. 2^nd round pick CB Trey Amos worked his way into a starting job before injury starting 8 games playing in 10. 4th round pick WR Jaylin Lane has seen time at Punt Returner and in the slot while providing depth. 6^th round pick LB Kain Medrano has seen limited snaps as the backup MLB. 7^th round pick RB Jacory “Bill” Croskey-Merritt worked his way into a starting spot before moving back into sharing carries.