Cleveland, OH. (PFCritics) -- The Philadelphia Eagles signed second-round draft pick Winston Justice to a four-year deal on Monday. The only draft pick that the team has not signed is first-round defensive tackle Brodrick Bunkley. There is a good chance that Justice will be a starter on the Eagles' offensive line.
Justice played for the USC Trojans in college and became their starting right tackle just one game into his freshman season. Justice has taken care of some injury problems during the offseason in the past, but it has not affected his season too much. He has had some character issues off the field, including a charge of solicitation of prostitution in 2003 and exhibition of a replica firearm in 2004. He left USC one year early to enter the draft.
Despite having character issues, there's no doubt that Justice has proven to be a top competitor. By playing on the talented Trojans, he has had to go up against some of the toughest linemen in college and has performed well. He has the strength that a tackle needs and is only getting stronger as the years go on. He played right tackle in college for a left-handed quarterback in Matt Leinart and could probably play left tackle if needed. He has the quick feet needed to stop the fast defensive ends from getting around him to the quarterback. His injuries throughout college have not been too severe, and the procedures that he has had should only help him in the long run.
Justice's value dropped for a few teams due to his character issues, but that may have made it more of a steal for the Eagles. Justice will originally projected to possibly be selected by the Buffalo Bills in the first round.