Three Eagles rookies secure invites to the 2026 NFLPA Rookie Premiere
Three Philadelphia Eagles rookies—Makai Lemon, Eli Stowers, and Cole Payton—have been invited to the 2026 NFLPA Rookie Premiere in Los Angeles. The event marks an early recognition for the newly drafted players as they begin their professional careers. Each player brings notable college achievements and high expectations to the Eagles' 2026 roster.
- ▪Makai Lemon won the Biletnikoff Award and was selected by the Eagles with the 20th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- ▪Eli Stowers, the Mackey Award winner from Vanderbilt, was drafted 54th overall by Philadelphia.
- ▪Cole Payton, a dual-threat quarterback from North Dakota State, was picked 178th overall and is seen as a developmental prospect behind Jalen Hurts.
- ▪The NFLPA Rookie Premiere is an annual event in Los Angeles that highlights top incoming NFL talent.
- ▪Lemon's 1,156 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns at USC contributed to his unanimous All-American status.
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