The Philadelphia Eagles got to Friday with most of the important pieces looking set for Sunday, but the final injury report still left a couple of names worth watching.
Cooper DeJean and Jalen Carter were not given game statuses, which points to both being available against the Tennessee Titans. DeJean was a full participant in Friday’s practice, while Carter was limited. Their injury situations still bear watching, but the report suggests they’re on track to suit up.
The one Eagle ruled out is Jonathan Greenard. He had been limited in practice all week, so the absence doesn’t come as a surprise.
Greenard said he’s “super close” to returning, and Week 3 against the Chicago Bears on Monday night could be the spot where he finally makes his Eagles debut. For now, the Eagles are expected to lean on Jalyx Hunt, Nolan Smith, A.J.
Epenesa, and Arnold Ebiketie as their top four edge rushers.
Andrew Mukuba is the only Philadelphia player listed as questionable. He showed up on Thursday’s report with a knee injury, then returned to practice Friday as a limited participant. Mukuba sounded upbeat about his chances, but he still looks like a possible game-time call.
Two more players were added to the report on Friday: Hollywood Brown and Elijah Moore. Both were full participants and neither received a game status.
Brown is dealing with a hamstring injury, while Moore has a neck injury. Brown did not take a snap on offense or special teams in Week 1 even though he was active, and Moore was a healthy scratch.
On Philadelphia’s reserve/injured list, the names include Jakorian Bennett, Grant Calcaterra, Landon Dickerson, Andre’ Sam, Eli Stowers, and Johnny Wilson. Bennett, Calcaterra, and Stowers can return to the active roster after Week 4, Dickerson after Week 5, and Sam and Wilson are done for the season. Tucker Large is also listed.
Tennessee’s final report carried three questionable players: starting linebacker Cedric Gray, starting cornerback Cor’Dale Flott, and backup linebacker and special teams contributor James Williams.
Gray was a full participant all week, so it would be a surprise if he doesn’t play. Flott was added to the report after getting banged up during Friday’s practice, and the Titans could be without a starting corner on the outside. Williams was limited throughout the week and may not be available.
The Titans’ reserve/injured group includes Kendell Brooks, Milo Eifler, Dominique Hampton, Jaylen Harrell, Jaren Kanak, Tanoh Kpassagnon, Dorian Mausi, and Joshua Williams.
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