Philadelphia Eagles tight end Eli Stowers returns to practice before Commanders game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 11:41 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Philadelphia Eagles rookie tight end Eli Stowers returned to practice Wednesday, marking a significant step in his recovery ahead of the team's season opener against the Washington Commanders. Stowers had been sidelined with a hamstring injury late in the preseason, which followed a period of adjustment during training camp and OTAs. As a second-round draft pick out of Vanderbilt, Stowers is currently listed third on the depth chart behind Dallas Goedert and Johnny Mundt. While his development remains ongoing as he transitions to the professional level, his participation in practice indicates progress in his physical status. The team continues to prepare for the upcoming matchup, with Stowers expected to work behind veterans while continuing his transition into the Eagles' offensive system throughout the season.
- •Eli Stowers participated in practice on Wednesday after recovering from a hamstring injury.
- •The Eagles drafted Stowers in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •Stowers is currently the third-string tight end on the active roster.
- •The Eagles face the Washington Commanders for their 2026 season opener.
- 11:41 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles Got Good News on Eli Stowers Before Commanders Game
"It has been a rough first four months for the young career of Philadelphia Eagles rookie tight end Eli Stowers. After struggling through OTAs, training camp, and preseason, Stowers dealt with a hamstring injury toward the end of preseason. That kept him out while he recovered. Many were wondering what his status would be going […] The post Eagles Got Good News on Eli Stowers Before Commanders Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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