Overview

• Coach Aaron Glenn said a good number of starters will not play against the Eagles, framing the game as a last evaluation for depth and practice-squad candidates.
• Justin Fields is not expected to play and Tyrod Taylor remains out after a knee scope, giving Adrian Martinez a prime audition for the backup job after posting 266 yards with one touchdown and one interception this preseason.
• The receiver competition remains wide open, with Brandon Smith, Quentin Skinner and Jamaal Pritchett pushing for spots while Malachi Corley’s roster status looks tenuous after limited usage.
• Defensive tackle depth shifted this week with additions Harrison Phillips and Jowon Briggs, putting Leonard Taylor III, Derrick Nnadi and Payton Page under pressure as Phidarian Mathis was released.
• Injury management continues for key veterans, with Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams managing calf issues, Jermaine Johnson recently activated from PUP, and rookie corner Azareye’h Thomas returning to practice with an interception.