Eagles face backfield challenges after Carson Steele's injury

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Eagles face backfield challenges after Carson Steele's injury
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The Philadelphia Eagles are dealing with another setback in their backfield as Carson Steele exited the game against the Carolina Panthers with a shoulder injury. Steele left the field in the first quarter, limiting the Eagles to just Dameon Pierce and Jaydon Blue as their remaining running backs. The Eagles had already been missing Saquon Barkley, Will Shipley, and Tank Bigsby due to injuries. With Steele's status listed as questionable, Philadelphia may have to rely heavily on Pierce and Blue for the remainder of the contest.

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  • •Carson Steele exits the game with a potential shoulder injury.
  • •Eagles down to only Dameon Pierce and Jaydon Blue in the backfield.
  • •Saquon Barkley, Will Shipley, and Tank Bigsby were already sidelined.
  • •Steele's status is questionable as the game progresses.
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  • 5:39 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles down to Dameon Pierce, Jaydon Blue after Carson Steele injury
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