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NFL·TRANSACTION·April 24, 2026 09:31 AM ET

Lemon stunned as Eagles trade up during live Steelers draft call

Eagles hijack Steelers' call for WR Lemon.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Apr 241 min read
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What happened: Makai Lemon was on the phone with Steelers GM Omar Khan at pick No. 21, expecting to be drafted by Pittsburgh. He reacted in real time upon realizing the Eagles had traded up to select him instead, asking Khan why Philly was calling. Video from GMFB captures the dramatic moment.

Why it matters: The incident underscores the Eagles' aggressive trade-up strategy amid AJ Brown trade rumors, bolstering their WR depth for 2026. It highlights draft-day chaos and Lemon's high value as a USC standout targeted by multiple teams.

What to watch: Watch Lemon's first Eagles press conference and OTAs for integration into the offense.

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