Philadelphia, PA – May 1, 2025 – The Philadelphia Eagles, reigning Super Bowl LIX champions, unearthed a gem without a draft pick. Their rookie minicamp invite, boasting a superhero moniker, ranks among the NFL’s top undrafted free agents, stirring excitement in Philly.
Wyatt "Thor" Griffith, a Harvard standout, earned the call. The 6,5-sack defensive tackle, dubbed “Thor” for his thunderous power, landed in CBS Sports’ top-seven UDFAs, offering hope to bolster a line led by Jalen Carter.
Griffith, at 6’3”, 305 pounds, blends size and agility. His 4,85-second 40-yard dash and 13 tackles for loss in 2024 showcase a run-stuffing prowess, ideal for Vic Fangio’s scheme, challenging Bryce Huff’s shaky roster spot.
“He’s a force,” coach Nick Sirianni said. Griffith’s 32-inch vertical jump and Ivy League dominance position him to compete with Jordan Davis and Sai’Vion Jones, addressing Philly’s draft miss on elite edge rushers like Donovan Ezeiruaku.
The Eagles’ 10-pick draft, featuring Jihaad Campbell, lacked a top-tier pass rusher. Griffith joins Kaimon Rucker’s invite, easing concerns after Von Miller’s blockbuster trade. His grit could unseat Huff’s 2,5-sack flop.
Philly’s $60 million cap, bolstered by cutting Mekhi Becton, fuels their UDFA hunt. With Jalin Conyers sparking tight end depth, Griffith’s superhero aura ignites hope, backed by Lane Johnson’s stalwart line.
Fan buzz, already electric from Jake Elliott’s Super Bowl heroics, grows louder. Yet, Rick Lovato’s Giants defection and Carson Wentz’s Cowboys move fuel NFC East fires, with Breece Hall looming as a threat.
Griffith’s minicamp shot, paired with Jalen Hurts’ 4,028 yards, positions Philly for a repeat. If “Thor” unleashes his hammer, this UDFA steal could fortify the Eagles’ defense, crushing rivals in 2025’s title chase.
