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.
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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