Eagles select FB Stanley Havili in the 7th round

By Mike Lederer, PhilaPhans Staff Writer

The Philadelphia Eagles concluded their 2011 draft class by selecting fullback Stanley Havili from the University of Southern California.

From NFL.com:

Havili is a dynamic fullback prospect that is a matchup problem as a receiver out of the backfield. He runs well for a bigger back and is an advanced route runner with very strong hands. He has the athleticism to split out wide, shows good explosion off the line and has enough of a wiggle to be a threat after the catch. He does not have the strength or desire to be a lead blocker and appears to be a one dimensional player. Havili will need the right scheme to contribute at the next level and he will likely be a third day pick.

Head coach Andy Reid referred to Havili as an “all-purpose running back.” He is a capable receiver who had 32 catches last year for 396 yards.

Havili finalized a draft class that includes three offensive lineman, three linebackers, two running backs, a safety, a cornerback, and a kicker. The Eagles did not select anyone to play along the defensive line.

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Posted by Mike Lederer on Apr 30 2011. Filed under Breaking News, Mike Lederer / Mike Azzalina, Phillysophically Speaking. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0. You can leave a response or trackback to this entry