Philadelphia Eagles Suffer Key Injuries in Victory Over Cleveland Browns
The Philadelphia Eagles’ 20-16 win over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday came at a cost, as two key players suffered injuries that forced them to leave the game.
Tight End Dallas Goedert Sidelined with Hamstring Injury
Dallas Goedert, the Eagles’ star tight end, was injured on the team’s first series of the game and did not return. He spent some time in the medical tent on the sideline before heading indoors for further evaluation. Grant Calcaterra and Jack Stoll took over tight end duties in his absence. Goedert’s injury is a significant blow to the Eagles’ offense, as he has been one of the team’s top receivers this season. He has 24 catches for 301 yards on the season, averaging 75.3 receiving yards per game, which led all tight ends coming into Week 6.
Cornerback Darius Slay Jr. Ruled Out with Knee Injury
The Eagles also lost a key piece of their secondary, as cornerback Darius Slay Jr. was ruled out in the second half after sustaining a knee injury earlier in the game. Slay’s injury is a concern for the Eagles’ defense, which has relied on him to shut down opposing teams’ top receivers.
Impact of Injuries on Eagles’ Lineup
The injuries to Goedert and Slay will likely have a significant impact on the Eagles’ lineup going forward. The team will need to rely on its depth players to fill the void left by these two key players. While the Eagles were able to secure a win over the Browns despite these injuries, they will need to adjust their strategy to compensate for the loss of these two players.
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