Nick Sirianni emphasizes health for rookie Makai Lemon amid recovery

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 7:55 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Nick Sirianni emphasizes health for rookie Makai Lemon amid recovery

Summary

Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni confirmed that rookie wide receiver Makai Lemon was sidelined during practice on Tuesday due to a hamstring injury. Lemon has missed all of the week's practices and previously dealt with a similar issue this spring. Sirianni stated the team's priority is ensuring Lemon's recovery, while he remains engaged during meetings and walkthroughs. DeVonta Smith is also recovering from a hamstring issue, but his experience offers reassurance for his readiness ahead of the September 13 matchup against the Commanders.

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•Makai Lemon missed practice this week due to a hamstring injury.
•Nick Sirianni focuses on Lemon's health and recovery process.
•DeVonta Smith is also sidelined with a hamstring issue.
•Eagles prepare for their season opener against the Commanders on September 13.

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7:55 PMYahoo Sports — Nick Sirianni on Makai Lemon: Working like crazy to get him healthy

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Eagles rookie wide receiver Makai Lemon was out of practice on Tuesday due to a hamstring injury and he has missed the rest of the week's work as well.
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