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Hurts Ruled Out, DeVonta Smith Limited as Eagles Enter Week 6 With Thin Roster

Thursday’s practice report leaves Tanner McKee as the expected starter while Friday’s final evaluation will determine whether Smith can play and how depleted the running back room will be.

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) makes a catch over Tennessee Titans cornerback Micah Robinson (21) during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Eagles confirmed on Thursday that Jalen Hurts will not play Sunday because of a superficial blood clot, so Tanner McKee is expected to make the start.
  • DeVonta Smith was upgraded from did-not-participate to limited in Thursday’s practice and NFL insider Mike Garafolo said there is optimism he could play, though availability is not certain.
  • Saquon Barkley again did not practice on Thursday with a hamstring issue, leaving his Week 6 status doubtful and increasing reliance on lower-tier backs.
  • Philadelphia’s report listed multiple starters and contributors as limited or nonparticipants on Thursday, and the team’s thin depth is compounded by Tank Bigsby on injured reserve and Will Shipley’s foot problem.
  • The injury-driven roster strain has forced backups and recent signings into larger roles and puts pressure on game planning and the Eagles’ offensive production as they try to stop a two-game slide.