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The Philadelphia Eagles will be without star receiver A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith for their upcoming wild card playoff rematch against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Brown has been dealing with a hamstring injury since Week 1, while Smith is sidelined due to a concussion. In their absence, the Eagles have promoted Parris Campbell and John Ross from the practice squad to bolster their receiving corps. Tight end Dallas Goedert and running back Saquon Barkley have been key contributors in recent games, but Jalen Hurts faces a tough challenge against a formidable Buccaneers defense.
- A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith are significant losses for the Eagles' offense.
- Parris Campbell and John Ross will need to step up in their absence.
- Dallas Goedert and Saquon Barkley have been performing well, but Jalen Hurts has struggled historically against the Buccaneers.
A.J. Brown | WR
Injury
Week 4
- Ruled out for the game due to a hamstring injury.
- Has not played since Week 1.
DeVonta Smith | WR
Injury
Week 4
- Sidelined due to a concussion sustained in Week 3.
- Missed practice all week leading up to the game.
Parris Campbell | WR
Pickup
Week 4
- Promoted from the practice squad to play in the game.
- Will need to contribute significantly in the absence of Brown and Smith.
John Ross | WR
Pickup
Week 4
- Also promoted from the practice squad.
- Expected to provide depth at the receiver position.
Dallas Goedert | TE
Week 4
10 receptions
170 rec yards
- Had a career day against New Orleans with 10 catches for 170 yards.
- Will be a key target in the upcoming game.
Saquon Barkley | RB
Week 4
- Contributed 156 all-purpose yards and two touchdowns in the last game.
- Will play a crucial role in the offense.
Jalen Hurts | QB
Week 4
4 pass TDs
5 interceptions
- Has struggled historically against the Buccaneers.
- 1-3 record with four touchdowns and five interceptions against them.
Philadelphia Eagles
- Facing significant injury issues with key players out.
- Need to rely on tight end Dallas Goedert and running back Saquon Barkley for offensive production.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Will face an Eagles team missing key offensive weapons.
- Have historically performed well against Jalen Hurts.