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Why the Philadelphia Eagles will love Washington Huskies Defensive Tackle Elijah Qualls

By Bret Stuter

Mar 4, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Washington defensive tackle Elijah Qualls speaks to the media during the 2017 combine at Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 4, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Washington defensive tackle Elijah Qualls speaks to the media during the 2017 combine at Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 2, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Steven Montez (12) defended by Washington Huskies defensive lineman Elijah Qualls (11) during the Pac-12 championship at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 2, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Steven Montez (12) defended by Washington Huskies defensive lineman Elijah Qualls (11) during the Pac-12 championship at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

Why this pick is such a good fit

In the end, this is an excellent fit.  Qualls brings a common sense, high IQ to a defense that requires both. His goals are lofty, but not fantasy.  He already sounds like a veteran of the Philadelphia mindset.

"“I think I can be one of the best players coming out of this draft and be one of the best in the NFL,” Qualls said. “But, that’s going to be determined by how hard I work for it and what I pick up.”"

In the end, many teams fan bases coveted this guy. And for good reason. He delivers incredible football production and does so willingly.  Wherever the coach needs him to line up, that’s where he goes.

Philly Bound

Now the NFL is telling him to go to Philadelphia and join former teammate Sidney Jones IV.

This was a solid final pick for the Philadelphia Eagles. The team has a starter and found him in the sixth round of the NFL Draft.

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In summary, Elijah Qualls will be competing for playing time from the get-go. Even so, that’s all any NFL rookie can hope for.

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