Eagles Calendar Double At Risk With 4 Absentees As 49ers Aim To Extend Their Lead

The San Francisco 49ers are all set to face the Philadelphia Eagles this Sunday. They will be stirring memories of last year’s NFC Championship showdown. The 49ers are keen to avenge the embarrassing 31-7 defeat. The team is presently on top in the NFC West division but has notable injuries, that may cripple their defense and offense. But again, the Eagles too have doubled on the risk factor.

As the game approaches, injury reports from both camps have surfaced. The reports have clearly painted a concerning picture for the Eagles who appear to be at a disadvantage with a lengthier list of injured players. Read on to find out who’s on the injury list.

Eagles’ Injury concerns mount ahead of crucial 49ers showdown

As the Eagles gear up for their critical game against the 49ers, their final practice session reveals a challenging scenario. The key players on the team are grappling with injuries which is casting a shadow of uncertainty over their readiness. Safety Justin Evans remains on Injured Reserve due to a knee injury. Not only this, but the athlete is reportedly out for at least a month.

The linebacker Zach Cunningham, another vital component of the Eagles’ defense, has been sidelined with a hamstring injury. He has been marked Unavailable. The defensive line faces further concerns with Fletcher Cox, a cornerstone defensive tackle, carrying a questionable status owing to a groin injury. Similarly, tight end Grant Calcaterra, dealing with an ankle injury, also falls under the questionable category.

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Adding to the Eagles’ woes, tight-end Dallas Goedert is listed as doubtful. His forearm injury is definitely posing as a big hindrance. This accumulation of injuries presents a formidable challenge for the Eagles. Along with the Eagles, the Niners also released their injury report ahead of their clash.

The 49ers have concerns on both offense and defense

The 49ers are approaching their matchup with the Eagles under a cloud of injury uncertainties. They face concerns on both offense and defense with several key players listed as questionable. Defensive linemen Arik Armstead and Nick Bosa, critical to the 49ers’ pass rush, are both dealing with foot and toe injuries respectively.

Both have limited their practice participation. On the offensive side, the team’s adaptability is being tested as wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III is nursing a rib injury, and running back Jordan Mason has been hampered by a hamstring issue. They are also marked questionable.

Amidst these challenges, offensive lineman Spencer Burford fully participated in practice. As the game nears, the 49ers’ roster depth and strategic adjustments will be crucial in this highly anticipated game. The Eagles are sliding into this game with a 10-1 record at this point, and surely have a chance to clinch a third straight playoff berth. It will all be seen today at 4:25 ET on the Lincoln Financial Field.

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