You wouldn't have known it from the 2026 NFL Draft coverage until later, but: The Philadelphia Eagles weren't the only team calling wideout Makai Lemon to select him on Thursday night. Per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport: At pick No.

Makai Lemon is the choice, and Howie Roseman and company trade up three spots to land him. He hasn't played a down of professional football, yet there's a sense that something meaningful just happened.

Makai Lemon has been selected in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft by the Philadelphia Eagles, and his new NFL jersey is now available to the fans. MORE: NFL Draft expert boldly predicts seven 2026 prospects will be All-Pros Makai Lemon developed into one of the most productive wide receivers in college

USC star wide receiver Makai Lemon is just a few hours away from finding out which team he will begin his NFL career with. Lemon is one of the top receivers in the draft and is projected to be a top-15 pick.

USC WR Makai Lemon could see himself staying in LA and playing for the Rams, believing he'd be a "perfect fit" in their offense.

Makai Lemon will go in the 1st round of the NFL Draft, but where to, and with what impact on fantasy football?

The Philadelphia Eagles selected Makai Lemon in the NFL Draft, positioning him as a potential heir to A.J. Brown. With the 20th overall pick, the Eagles secured Lemon, a smooth, high-upside receiver from the University of Southern California,

Wide receiver Makai Lemon reacts to being drafted in the first round by the Philadelphia Eagles.