Eagles’ first-round pick Makai Lemon has ‘killer’ mentality, coach says
USC receivers coach praised Lemon’s aggressive mindset after a chaotic draft-night moment when the Eagles took him instead of the Steelers.
Makai Lemon’s draft story started with confusion and chaos in the green room outside Acrisure Stadium on Thursday night. Lemon thought he was being selected by the Steelers before the Eagles swooped in and stole one of the best wide receivers in the 2026 NFL draft.