The Eagles shook up their running back room on Tuesday, bringing Elijah Mitchell back to the active roster while waiving Jaydon Blue and Carson Steele. It’s a move that signals some serious shuffling in Philly’s backfield, especially with major questions surrounding their star runner.
Mitchell’s Roller Coaster to the Active Roster
Elijah Mitchell has been on a ride this season. He originally signed with the Eagles way back in the offseason, only to be cut in August. He then rejoined the squad on the practice team, and now, he’s officially back on the 53-man roster. What a journey for the guy! He’s not new to making an impact, either. Last year, Mitchell played one game for the Chiefs, but his real production came over three seasons with the 49ers where he piled up 1,523 yards on 327 carries, scoring nine touchdowns. Philly must be hoping he can rediscover some of that past form and bring some much-needed stability.
The Eagles’ RB Depth Chart Just Got Wilder
This move comes as the Eagles decided to clear some space, waiving both Jaydon Blue and Carson Steele. Blue had just been signed to the active roster before last Sunday’s loss to the Panthers, but he didn’t even get on the field. Steele, who played in two games overall, managed one catch for four yards against Carolina, but he was waived with an injury designation after hurting his shoulder in Week 6. What a blow for him. With those two now gone, and Saquon Barkley missing the last two games due to a hamstring injury, the Eagles’ depth chart at running back looks pretty interesting. Right now, it’s Mitchell and Dameon Pierce handling the workload.
With Saquon Barkley sidelined for two games with a hamstring injury, and now Blue and Steele off the roster, the pressure is squarely on Mitchell and Dameon Pierce to carry the load for the Eagles’ ground game.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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