Eagles rookie Eli Stowers faces uncertain status for opener against Commanders

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Eagles rookie Eli Stowers faces uncertain status for opener against Commanders
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Philadelphia Eagles rookie tight end Eli Stowers holds the third spot on the team’s depth chart entering the Week 1 game against the Washington Commanders. While Stowers currently ranks ahead of EJ Jenkins on the official depth chart, team observers suggest he may be inactive for the season opener. Dallas Goedert remains the primary starter for Philadelphia, with Johnny Mundt serving as the backup. Stowers struggled to secure a larger role during training camp following his selection as a second-round draft choice. The team maintains flexibility regarding their roster, with potential practice squad elevations influencing the final count of inactive players. Stowers, who played at Texas A&M, New Mexico State, and Vanderbilt, may serve in a redshirt capacity during his initial NFL campaign.

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  • Dallas Goedert occupies the starting tight end position for the Eagles in Week 1.
  • Eli Stowers sits third on the depth chart behind backup Johnny Mundt.
  • Analysts project Stowers may be inactive for the upcoming matchup against Washington.
  • Stowers recorded 62 catches for 769 yards during his final collegiate season at Vanderbilt.
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  • 7:33 PMYahoo SportsEagles Rookie Faces Difficult Projection Before Week 1 vs Commanders
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The Philadelphia Eagles have no doubt about where they stand at the top of the depth chart when it comes to the tight end position. As expected, Dallas Goedert is No. 1 on the Week 1 depth chart. Beyond that, the Eagles are listing Johnny Mundt as the primary backup, which was the expected case […] The post Eagles Rookie Faces Difficult Projection Before Week 1 vs Commanders appeared first on HEAVY.

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