Eli Stowers faces injury setback ahead of Eagles season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:10 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Philadelphia Eagles rookie tight end Eli Stowers is on injured reserve due to quadriceps and hamstring injuries sustained before the regular season opener. His absence will last at least four weeks, raising questions about his development after being a second-round pick. Eagles assistant GM Jon Ferrari emphasized the complexity of blocking techniques required for the position, noting that Stowers needs more time to adapt to these challenges. Despite the setback, the organization remains hopeful about his long-term potential.
- •Eli Stowers placed on injured reserve for at least four weeks.
- •Injuries are from quadriceps and hamstring issues before the season.
- •Assistant GM Jon Ferrari discusses the challenges of tight end blocking.
- •Stowers, a second-round pick, is focusing on improving blocking skills.
- •Eagles coaching staff remains committed to his development.
- 5:10 PMYahoo Sports — Why Eagles fans shouldn’t panic if Eli Stowers needs more time to develop
"Eagles Assistant GM Jon Ferrari explains how hard it is to block in the NFL.
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