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Eagles Place Nolan Smith Jr. on IR After Triceps Aggravation

Smith’s triceps was surgically repaired in February following a tear he played through in Super Bowl LIX.

Overview

  • Philadelphia also placed cornerback Jakorian Bennett and rookie wide receiver Darius Cooper on injured reserve, sidelining all three for at least four games.
  • NFL Network reported that Smith aggravated the same triceps that required offseason surgery.
  • The Eagles signed linebacker Lance Dixon, defensive back Eli Ricks and wideout Quez Watkins to the practice squad to address depth.
  • Bennett has six tackles in three games since a training‑camp trade from the Raiders, and Cooper is dealing with a shoulder injury without a catch this season.
  • The 3-0 Eagles have only three sacks entering Sunday’s matchup at the 3-0 Buccaneers, with Smith at 10 tackles and a forced fumble through three games.