Eagles' Saquon Barkley and DeVonta Smith miss practice again ahead of game

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Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Eagles' Saquon Barkley and DeVonta Smith miss practice again ahead of game
Summary

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley and wide receiver DeVonta Smith were both absent from practice on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Barkley missed the session due to hamstring and back injuries, having previously been limited against the Dallas Cowboys. Smith is dealing with a persistent hamstring issue. The injury struggles continue for the Eagles, as they prepare for their match against the Washington Commanders on Sunday. If Barkley cannot play, the Eagles will have only Jaydon Blue available in the backfield.

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  • •Barkley recorded 62 yards and a touchdown before leaving Monday's game early.
  • •Smith has missed practice for two consecutive days due to his hamstring injury.
  • •The Eagles have only one healthy running back on the roster: Jaydon Blue.
  • •The Eagles are set to face the Washington Commanders on Sunday night.
  • •Five other players were also listed as did not participate in Thursday's practice.
Latest Updates
  • 10:07 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles star running back headlines latest injury report
  • 10:05 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles Injury Report: Saquon Barkley among key players missing from practice again
  • 10:03 PMYahoo Sports — Saquon Barkley, DeVonta Smith out of practice again Thursday
What they're saying
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It's looking like Saquon Barkley still remains on the Eagles' injury report following Thursday's practice.

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The Eagles remained without some key offensive players at practice on Thursday.

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