Eagles Sign Derrick Lott, Release Ryan Quigley

Derrick Lott. (USA Today Sports)

The Eagles signed defensive tackle Derrick Lott and released punter Ryan Quigley, the team announced Monday evening. Lott spent time last season on the Buccaneers’ practice squad as a rookie, but Tampa Bay waived him four weeks ago as they began to clear room to sign the players they drafted.

Before going undrafted out of Tennessee-Chattanooga last year, NFL.com’s Charles Davis included Lott on his “NFL Draft All-Underrated Team.” Here’s Lance Zierlein’s evaluation of Lott, whom Zierlein projected to be a fifth-round pick:

STRENGTHS

Georgia transfer who is technically savvy. Has a good feel and instincts for where linemen are headed and where blocks are coming from. Excels with his hands. Gets into opponents quickly with a strong jolt and plays with necessary power and technique to unhinge and discard blockers. Finishes as a tackler and has an adequate tackle radius. Well-schooled pass rusher bringing several moves and counters to the party.

WEAKNESSES

Played in just five games over his first two seasons at Georgia and was unable to push for playing time. Was a 2009 redshirt and was 23 and 24 years old when dominating against younger, less-talented players at UT-Chattanooga. Comes off the snap a little upright and must remember to maintain bend.

BOTTOM LINE

Skilled pass rusher who understands the position and was simply too athletic and too talented for most of the competition he faced while at Tennessee-Chattanooga. Is a natural fit as a three-technique in a 4-3 defense, but could garner consideration as a 3-4 defensive end if he can prove he’s strong enough.