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Eagles consider Dameon Pierce top option after Barkley injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 12:05 PM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Eagles consider Dameon Pierce top option after Barkley injury

Summary

The Philadelphia Eagles are evaluating their running back options after Saquon Barkley sustained a hamstring injury during their Week 4 game against the Los Angeles Rams. Barkley's backup, Tank Bigsby, will also be placed on injured reserve due to a separate injury requiring surgery. With limited options remaining in the backfield, the Eagles are expected to promote Dameon Pierce from the practice squad. Pierce previously played for the Houston Texans and has starting experience, which could be beneficial for the team as they prepare to face the Jacksonville Jaguars in London.

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Status Watch

•Saquon Barkley leaves game with a hamstring injury.
•Tank Bigsby will require surgery and is going on injured reserve.
•Dameon Pierce is expected to be elevated from the practice squad.
•Eagles face Jacksonville Jaguars next in London.

Latest Updates

12:05 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-Texans RB Considered Eagles’ Top In-House Option After Barkley Injury

What they're saying

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Following an injury-filled Week 4 battle against the Los Angeles Rams, the Philadelphia Eagles are in a tough spot going into London to face the Jacksonville Jaguars. The team’s backfield took a major hit. During the first half, the Eagles watched their star running back Saquon Barkley leave with a hamstring injury. During the second […] The post Ex-Texans RB Considered Eagles’ Top In-House Option After Barkley Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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