The Philadelphia Eagles and the Denzel Mims conundrum

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In a loaded wide receiver class, there’s one name that continues to stand out in relation to the Philadelphia Eagles. It’s not Henry Ruggs, it’s not Jalen Reagor, and it’s not even Justin Jefferson. Baylor’s Denzel Mims continues to pop up in conversations and mock drafts and it’s easy to see why. But there is a conundrum.

When it was revealed yesterday that the 6’3 wideout had been talking most with the Eagles, fans were left purring. It implies the Eagles are at least having serious internal discussions about taking him at pick 21. Why wouldn’t they?

At the combine, Mims had to be seen to be believed. Measuring in at 6’3, 207 lbs, he ran a 4.38 in the 40-yard dash…