The Eagles released their list of inactives for Christmas Day, and rookie linebacker Ben VanSumeren will play a critical role, with Zach Cunningham and Nicholas Morrow ruled out.
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With the linebacker depth already thin, Philadelphia will counter Saquon Barkley with Shaquille Leonard, VanSumeren, and Brandon Smith, who was elevated from the practice squad for today’s game.
Guard Cam Jurgens will start at right guard after missing last week’s game in Seattle. Wide receiver DeVonta Smith was a limited participant at practice on Saturday but has no game status designation and will play.
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – DECEMBER 10: Tony Pollard #20 of the Dallas Cowboys is tackled by Zach Cunningham #52 of the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter at AT&T Stadium on December 10, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images)
The veteran will miss his second consecutive game with a knee injury. With Cunningham and Morrow out, the Eagles have Shaquille Leonard, Ben VanSumeren, and Brandon Smith, who was elevated from the practice squad for today’s game.
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Philadelphia’s Pro Bowl guard misses his first game of the season with a thumb injury.
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – DECEMBER 18: Tanner McKee #19 and Marcus Mariota #8 of the Philadelphia Eagles take the field before a game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on December 18, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
The rookie will serve as the emergency quarterback and can only play if Jalen Hurts and Marcus Mariota get injured.
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With three tight ends active, Okwuegbunam will not dress.
TAMPA, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 25: Rashaad Penny #23 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up prior to a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on September 25, 2023 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)
The running back is inactive for his sixth consecutive game.
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