Eagles Offense, Jeremiah Smith, 2027 QB Class: Going Deep with Brandon Angelo & Matt Waldman

Richardson has fundamental performance issues that predate his Achilles injury; cannot read cover six, struggles with zone coverages in the middle of the field, lacks ability to create outside structure, and gets pocket blind. Teams have figured out the offensive scheme, creating significant concerns about his viability even post-recovery. However, Brandon Angelo positions him as a potential Eagles trade target and preferred QB option over Daniel Jones, emphasizing that Indianapolis rushed him off the field prematurely due to image concerns rather than performance. His early mistakes (big plays and big mistakes in first 2.5 years) are comparable to Brock Purdy's early career trajectory. Richardson's athleticism is noted as 99th percentile, and he is advocated as a better long-term investment than pursuing top-tier 2027 QB prospects if the Eagles cannot secure a top draft pick.

Third-wheel running back type with long-term league career trajectory; Angelo groups him with Corey Ker as players who will have sustained roles as third wheels but lack the elite athletic ability to be built around; they have all the skills to be good decision-makers and play hard, making plays when called upon.

Purdue receiver who may finally realize his potential after being on a team that didn't want to see him succeed; Angelo notes recent Giants performance with big plays suggests there's more to consider, implying a possible breakout or role expansion opportunity.

On final year of contract and will be leaving the Eagles in offseason; no longer a fixture in the Eagles' offensive plans going forward.

Brandon Angelo has long called Jones a fraud since draft night and maintains that assessment; the situation is deteriorating weekly. The Giants' contract extension to Jones prior to Ballard's firing represents an awful front-office move emblematic of organizational dysfunction and poor QB evaluation. Angelo emphasizes that fans who watch Jones closely understand the depth of the problem better than casual observers.

Brandon Angelo expresses excitement about the potential for DeVonta Smith to be featured in a more aggressive, downfield-passing Eagles offense; a quarterback change could unlock Smith's deep-ball receiving upside that has been underutilized in the current system under Sirianni.

Third-wheel running back who would be at least a number-two back on many other teams; Angelo suggests he could vault himself into a larger role, indicating upside if given opportunity elsewhere or if current depth chart shifts.

Out for the year with injury; his absence removes the Eagles' ability to escape bad looks and keep the offense afloat. Hurts was a smart, cerebral player who excelled at situation football and getting out of poor plays, which backup Tanner McGee cannot replicate.

Brandon Angelo ranks Milroe as a top-2 or top-3 QB option in the 2027 class for a hypothetical Eagles trade scenario; positioned as a second-tier target after Anthony Richardson but ahead of Curtis Rourke, with Angelo willing to trade for him as part of a multi-QB acquisition strategy if the Eagles cannot secure a top draft pick.

Despite being third wheel behind Marvin Harrison Jr. in Houston's receiver room, Noel offers unique burst, restart acceleration, and versatility as both slot and flanker option with contested-catch ability that no other Texans receiver matches; Brandon Angelo expects him to remain on field and get more opportunities despite Harrison's arrival.

Rookie Josh Cameron has earned significant role in Jacksonville's run game as dirty-work receiver and blocker, displacing Jacobe Meyers in 12 personnel due to superior run-blocking ability; Brandon Angelo describes him as an 'energy giver' who provides big downfield blocks and doesn't take plays off, comparable to Jawan Jennings type player who helps drive consistent offensive football.

Brandon Angelo graded Justin Jefferson as a great prospect coming out of college and disagreed with the perception that he was slot-only; he was a Pro Bowl caliber receiver. Brandon Angelo ranks Jeremiah Smith as his highest-graded receiver prospect since 2019, placing Smith alongside Jamar Chase and DeVonta Smith as the three highest-graded receiver prospects in that span, with Smith graded slightly higher than pre-injury Malik Neighbors.

Brandon Angelo ranks Rourke as a top-3 QB option in the 2027 class for a hypothetical Eagles trade scenario; positioned as an alternative to Jalen Milroe in a multi-QB acquisition strategy, with Angelo willing to trade for him as a second or third QB option if the Eagles cannot secure a top draft pick.

Used as a floor comparison for Milro's potential; Angelo suggests Milro is at minimum a Malik Willis-level prospect and likely better, with the ability to thrive in the right system similar to how Willis performed.

Third-wheel tight end behind Kenyon; Angelo places him in similar vein to Michael Mayer, indicating a blocking-first or secondary receiving role in the offense.

Mayer is integral to Las Vegas run game under Kubiak, functioning as extension of offensive line as blocker in 12 and 13 personnel packages; Brandon Angelo views him as Pro Bowl talent not for receiving but for blocking impact, a skill that was evident in college at Notre Dame, even with Brock Bowers on the roster.

UCF player currently on IR; Angelo believes he will be on the third-wheel list when healthy next year; the fact that Patriots haven't cut him despite IR status signals organizational confidence and retention intent, suggesting he's a prospect to monitor for 2025.

Primary receiver in 12 personnel for Jacksonville; Brandon Angelo notes he's always going to be on the field in this package, establishing him as a consistent target in the offense's core personnel grouping and baseline comparison for third-wheel skill players who may not be starters but could get bigger roles if opportunity arises.

Running into a brick wall with poor offensive line and predictable run scheme; hamstring injury adds to concerns about his fantasy viability in this deteriorating offensive situation. Brandon Angelo suggests Barkley is a likely trade deadline candidate as the Eagles become sellers given the offensive dysfunction.

Brandon Angelo identifies Thompson (currently on IR) as one of four backup quarterbacks he'd want to roster; would use Thompson as his starter among the backup options due to perceived underrated potential. Angelo positions Thompson as a viable third-round QB pick in a multi-QB strategy, allowing him to platoon or stream with injury-prone prospects like Milro or Lance while maintaining a reliable starter option.

Carolina tight end with run-game impact similar to Michael Mayer's role; Brandon Angelo notes he won't put up high receiving stats (like 7 for 95 and 2 TDs) but will be impactful in the run game and help drive consistent offensive football, functioning as a blocking-first tight end who makes plays when called upon.

Ruled out for the current week and will miss at least four games as of October 10 due to a groin strain; earliest return is week 10, with a possibility of seeing action in weeks 12 or 14. Brandon Angelo considered Lance as a potential trade target for the Eagles, but the injury timeline significantly limits his near-term availability.