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Dameon Pierce has bigger role for Eagles amid injuries

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 5:35 PM

Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Dameon Pierce has bigger role for Eagles amid injuries
Summary

Dameon Pierce rushed for 14 yards on 11 carries for the Philadelphia Eagles against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 5. Following the injury to teammate Will Shipley, Pierce assumed a larger workload during the game. If Shipley and Saquon Barkley remain unavailable, Pierce could start in Week 6, presenting a potential option for fantasy teams.

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  • •Pierce has more carries due to Shipley's injury.
  • •He rushed for 14 yards on 11 attempts.
  • •Shipley and Barkley may miss Week 6.
  • •Pierce could become a fantasy flex option.
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  • 5:35 PMYahoo Sports — Dameon Pierce quiet in Week 5
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Eagles RB Dameon Pierce receives bigger role after Will Shipley injury

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