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Eagles sign seven of eight draft picks

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Eagles Executive VP Howie Roseman praises the environment in Philadelphia for the draft and the team's incoming class of rookies.

Defensive end Derek Barnett was the first Eagles draft pick in 2017 and he’s the last one without a contract.

The Eagles announced on Thursday that they have signed their other seven picks. All seven signed four-year deals with the team.

Cornerback Sidney Jones was selected the earliest of the septet, coming off the board in the second round despite a torn Achilles he suffered during his pro day workout. There’s been some optimism about Jones’ ability to get back on the field as a rookie, although the team hasn’t set a timetable for a player who was likely headed for the first round before his injury.

The other draft picks to sign in Philly are third-round cornerback Rasul Douglas, fourth-round wide receiver Mack Hollins, fourth-round running back Donnel Pumphrey, fifth-round wide receiver Shelton Gibson, fifth-round safety Nate Gerry and sixth-round defensive tackle Elijah Qualls.