Round 1, Pick 20 · #20 Overall
Philadelphia Eagles
Traded: From GB via DAL
Big Board Rank: #12 · 1st Round Talent
Makai Lemon burst onto the scene as a true freshman at USC, quickly establishing himself as a premier deep threat in Lincoln Riley's explosive aerial attack. Standing 6-1 with elite speed and body control, Lemon possesses the rare combination of vertical ability and route-running precision that makes him a matchup nightmare in both isolation and bunch formations. His production steadily increased each season, culminating in a dominant 2025 campaign where he torched Big Ten secondaries for over 1,400 yards receiving. What separates Lemon from other speed receivers is his football IQ and ability to create separation at all three levels of the field, though questions remain about his durability after missing time with a shoulder injury in 2024.
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