Eagles release running back Elijah Mitchell after injury settlement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 12:27 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The Philadelphia Eagles announced the release of running back Elijah Mitchell following an injury settlement on August 11, 2026. Mitchell had been placed on injured reserve earlier this week after suffering an undisclosed injury in training camp. The former San Francisco 49ers starter had not been able to maintain a healthy status, and his release comes as the Eagles refine their roster ahead of the season. With Saquon Barkley leading the running back lineup, the Eagles may not seek to add another player to replace Mitchell at this time.
- •Eagles placed Elijah Mitchell on injured reserve due to injury.
- •Mitchell reached an injury settlement with the team before release.
- •He recorded 963 yards and five touchdowns in his rookie season.
- •Mitchell struggled with injuries since joining Philadelphia.
- •The Eagles' running back depth chart remains strong without him.
- 12:27 AMYahoo Sports — Eagles Release Former 49ers Starting Running Back After Injury Move
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