Green Bay, WI – April 25, 2025 – The Philadelphia Eagles sparked hometown pride, drafting Philly-born safety Andrew Mukuba at pick No. 64 in the 2025 NFL Draft. The Texas star sent a heartfelt message to the Eagles Faithful, igniting Lincoln Financial Field.
Mukuba, from North Philly, posted on X: “Eagles Faithful, I’m home! Let’s chase another ring!” The 22-year-old’s vow, echoing Jalen Hurts’ fire, thrilled fans still buzzing from A.J. Brown’s car-theft saga, per @PhillyFaithful.
In 2024, Mukuba led Texas with 69 tackles, 5 interceptions, and 6 pass deflections (PFF grade 80.4). His 4.45-second 40-yard dash and ball-hawking instincts fill the void left by C.J. Gardner-Johnson’s trade to Houston.
“Andrew’s Philly tough,” coach Nick Sirianni said. Mukuba’s four-year, $8.2 million rookie deal ($4.5 million signing bonus, $2 million cap hit 2025) fits the Eagles’ $60 million cap space, per Spotrac. A fifth-year option looms for 2029.
Mukuba vies with Sydney Brown for strong safety beside Reed Blankenship. His nickel versatility bolsters Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, strengthening Vic Fangio’s elite defense (17.8 points allowed). “He’s a gem,” NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah said.
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The Eagles, post-Jihaad Campbell pick, targeted Mukuba after Top-30 visits, per @JamesSimoneNFL. His Imhotep Charter roots mirror D.J. Moore’s, fueling fan frenzy. “Philly’s son is back!” tweeted ESPN’s Tim McManus.
Amid Grant Calcaterra’s drama and Dallas Goedert’s trade buzz, Mukuba’s return unites the city. With pick 112 eyeing a tight end like Harold Fannin Jr., Roseman’s draft sharpens Philly’s edge.
Mukuba’s homecoming, backed by an $8.2 million deal, fuels the Eagles’ quest to outshine NFC East rivals like the Cowboys, soaring toward another Super Bowl with the Faithful roaring behind.
