The Philadelphia Eagles are heading into Week 5’s London game against the Jaguars already reeling, and now they have lost star running back Saquon Barkley and wide receiver DeVonta Smith, both ruled out with hamstring injuries. This is a massive hit to an offense that has been struggling, making their trip across the pond a whole lot tougher right out of the gate. Barkley picked up his hamstring injury during last week’s loss to the Rams, and now Smith is out with one too. What a gut punch for an already frustrated Eagles squad.
The Eagles’ London Nightmare Just Got Worse
It is not just Barkley and Smith either. The Eagles’ injury report is a parade of bad news. Wide receiver Marquise Brown is also out with an ankle injury, center Drew Kendall is sidelined with a knee issue, and safety Marcus Epps is out due to a groin problem. Linebacker Jonathan Greenard is questionable with an ankle injury, leaving the defense uncertain too. Facing the Jacksonville Jaguars, who are relatively healthy with only cornerback Jaylon Jones (hamstring) out and safety Eric Murray (concussion) doubtful, this Eagles team is facing an uphill battle before kickoff. You have to wonder how they’re going to piece together enough offense without their top two playmakers.
Bears’ QB Drama Continues, Plus Other Key Injuries Across the League
Meanwhile, in Chicago, the Bears might actually get their starting quarterback back on the field. Caleb Williams, who has been sidelined for two weeks with a hamstring injury, is questionable for their game against the Green Bay Packers. He was limited in practice on Friday after sitting out Wednesday and Thursday. Last week, the Bears turned to backup Tyson Bagent in Williams’ absence, so getting their starter back would be huge. However, Chicago’s offense will still be without running back Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe). Linebacker Keyshaun Elliott is out with a quad injury, and defensive lineman Shemar Turner (knee), linebacker Noah Sewell (Achilles), and defensive back Kyler Gordon (calf) are all questionable.
Across the league, the injury bug is still biting hard. The Packers are also missing a running back, with Chris Brooks out due to an ankle injury, meaning Pierre Strong will play his first game since 2024. Defensive tackle Javon Hargrave is questionable with a toe injury. Out in Houston, the Texans will be without wide receiver Tank Dell, who is out with a knee injury. These injuries just keep piling up across the league, with numerous quarterbacks having already been out this season. The Chiefs and Panthers get a breather this week as they are on a bye, giving them some much needed time to get healthy for Week 6.
This Week 5 is shaping up to be a test of depth for so many teams. The Eagles have to figure out how to score points without Barkley and Smith, while the Bears are anxiously waiting to see if Williams can make his return. Every snap feels critical when your key guys are hurting.
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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