Eagles' Tank Bigsby placed on injured reserve, Saquon Barkley status unclear
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 1:08 AM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026

The Philadelphia Eagles lost running back Tank Bigsby to a core muscle injury, placing him on injured reserve. Bigsby sustained the injury during the Eagles’ 24-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. He is expected to undergo surgery and could return in six weeks. In addition, star running back Saquon Barkley, who suffered a hamstring injury in the same game, is uncertain for the upcoming match against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. If Barkley cannot play, third-year back Will Shipley may start. The Eagles are considering adding running backs Dameon Pierce or Carson Steele to bolster their roster during this period of injuries.
- •Tank Bigsby out for at least six weeks after surgery.
- •Saquon Barkley's status for the Jaguars game is uncertain.
- •Eagles are low on running backs heading into the matchup.
- •Will Shipley may start if Barkley cannot play.
- •Dameon Pierce or Carson Steele could be signed to roster.
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