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Eagles Bring Up Another Running Back Amid Saquon Barkley Development

The Philadelphia Eagles are adding another option to a depleted backfield, signing Jaydon Blue from the practice squad ahead of Sunday’s matchup with the Carolina Panthers.

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Jalen Hurts faces indefinite absence as Eagles make major injury decision

The Philadelphia Eagles have placed Jalen Hurts on injured reserve. The move sidelines their quarterback indefinitely. Adam Schefter reported the decision, hours after insiders said the Eagles were holding off while doctors weighed other treatment options.

NFL News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / October 18

Eagles vs. Panthers: Who Wins and Why in Week 6

PHILADELPHIA, P.A. — It’s been one body blow after another for the Eagles. Perhaps it will be one too many for them to absorb, and they will be knocked out.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Jalen Hurts News / Field Level Media / October 17

Eagles place QB Jalen Hurts (blood clot) on IR

The Philadelphia Eagles placed Jalen Hurts on injured reserve on Saturday because of a superficial blood clot in his left calf, and the condition will sideline the three-time Pro Bowl quarterback indefinitely, according to multiple reports.

Jonathan Jones News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Jonathan Jones Says the Eagles' Season Could Tilt Toward a Reset Starting With the Panthers

The Philadelphia Eagles host the Carolina Panthers on Sunday with Tanner McKee at quarterback and a lot more than one game riding on the result. Philadelphia has lost three straight, to Chicago, the Rams and Jacksonville, and McKee now has to save a spiraling season with Jalen Hurts sidelined by a blood clot.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / October 17

Eagles' Linebacker Rotation Plan Set to Debut in Week 6

The Eagles are expected to rotate linebackers Jihaad Campbell and Jeremiah Trotter Jr. opposite All-Pro Zack Baun on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers, something defensive coordinator Vic Fangio confirmed earlier this week.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Larry Brown Sports / October 17

Eagles have changed their stance on Jalen Hurts

The Philadelphia Eagles might have offered up some additional reason to be concerned about the health of quarterback Jalen Hurts. The Eagles are placing Hurts on injured reserve, according to multiple reports.

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Jalen Hurts injury takes concerning turn with move to injured reserve

The Philadelphia Eagles have been dealt a significant blow with Jalen Hurts.

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Jalen Hurts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 17

Eagles Placing QB Jalen Hurts On IR

Adam Schefter reports that after consulting numerous doctors and experts, the Eagles are placing QB Jalen Hurts on injured reserve, sidelining him indefinitely.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Pro Football Rumors / October 17

Eagles Place QB Jalen Hurts On IR

3:00pm: Contrary to the earlier report from Schefter and Rapoport, Hurts will go on IR. The Eagles consulted with “numerous doctors and experts” before making the call, per Schefter and Rapoport.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Pro Football Rumors / October 17

Eagles Not Planning To Place Jalen Hurts On IR

Although Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is “out indefinitely” with a superficial blood clot in his calf, he may avoid a stint on injured reserve. The Eagles have yet to discuss sending Hurts to IR, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport, but the reporters note that could change depending on how the recovery process goes.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / October 17

Injuries Taking Toll on Eagles' RB Room, But 'New' Guys Are Excited for the Moment

Meet your Week 6 Eagles running backs: Dameon Pierce and Carson Steele. No preseason prognosticator could have seen this coming. But here we are—no Saquon Barkley, Tank Bigsby, or Will Shipley.

Saquon Barkley News / The Forkball / October 17

Eagles Rule Out Saquon Barkley, DeVonta Smith Set to Return

The Philadelphia Eagles will be without running back Saquon Barkley for Sunday’s matchup against the Carolina Panthers, but wide receiver DeVonta Smith is expected to return after missing the previous two games with a hamstring injury.

Saquon Barkley News / EasySportz / October 16

Saquon Barkley Ruled Out as Eagles Face Another Major Offensive Setback

The Philadelphia Eagles will be without star running back Saquon Barkley for Sunday’s Week 6 matchup against the Carolina Panthers after the team officially ruled him out with a hamstring injury.

Will Shipley News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 16

Eagles Place RB Will Shipley On Injured Reserve

The Philadelphia Eagles announced they placed RB Will Shipley on injured reserve on Friday. Shipley will miss a minimum of four games before he’s eligible to return. It’s worth noting the Eagles also have RB Tank Bigsby on injured reserve, while RB Saquon Barkley missed Week 5 with a hamstring issue.

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Get to know Eagles' Week 6 starting QB Tanner McKee

With a blood clot issue causing Jalen Hurts to sit out, an unknown quarterback commodity will start in his place when the Philadelphia Eagles face off against the Panthers in Week 6.

Eagles LBs Jihaad Campbell, Jeremiah Trotter To Split Playing Time

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