Makai Lemon

Philadelphia Eagles
Wide Receiver

Personal

Age	21
Birthdate	June 2, 2004
Height	5'11"
Weight	192 lb

Draft

College	USC
Year	2026
Pick	Round: 1, Overall: 20
Team	PHI

Fantasy Value

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Player News

Makai Lemon: Makai Lemon Signs Four-Year Rookie Deal With Eagles

Philadelphia Eagles rookie first-round wide receiver Makai Lemon signed his four-year, fully guaranteed rookie contract on Thursday, according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. The deal includes an $11.5 million signing bonus. The Eagles traded up with the division-rival Dallas Cowboys to take Lemon at 20th overall and steal them away from the Pittsburgh Steelers, who were reportedly ready to take Lemon at pick No. 21. The selection of Lemon only reinforces the expectation that the Eagles will trade Pro Bowl wideout A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots around June 1. Lemon, who stands at 5-foot-11 and 294 pounds, profiles as more of a slot receiver, but he could be moved around the offensive formation alongside DeVonta Smith. Lemon plays bigger than his size and has plenty of yards-after-the-catch potential in a Philly offense looking for a spark. As long as Brown ends up heading out of town, Lemon should have immediate value in single-year fantasy formats in 2026. In rookie-only keeper drafts this year, Lemon should be considered a top-five player.

Apr. 30, 2026 11:39 AM EST