The Philadelphia Eagles selected offensive lineman Landon Dickerson at No. 37 out of Alabama in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft.
Dickerson played center for the Crimson Tide but offers versatility, having played all five positions during his college career.
The former Alabama offensive lineman tore his ACL during the SEC championship game but is expected to be fully recovered by training camp.
Dickerson brings pedigree to an Eagles offensive line that allowed a league-leading 65 sacks. The 22-year-old will be part of a unit tasked with protecting quarterback Jalen Hurts.
Draft profile
Ideal position: Center
You won't find many offensive line prospects with more collegiate pedigree than Dickerson. The former Crimson Tide star played snaps at all five positions and was a top-tier pass-blocker at center over the last two years. Dickerson is a bit tall for the spot, but he possesses bear-like strength and can take on a bull rush from even the most powerful defensive tackles. While he's not the most athletic blocker, his biggest hurdle involves his health - Dickerson tore his ACL in December's SEC Championship Game. If his level of play can return to pre-injury form, some team could be selecting its starting center for the next decade.
