The Philadelphia Eagles have placed left tackle Jordan Mailata on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury, which will sideline him for the next four games. Mailata’s absence is a significant blow to the Eagles’ offensive line, as he has been a key starter, playing in all five games this season and starting 62 of 67 career games since being drafted by Philadelphia in 2018. His injury occurred during the Eagles’ 20-16 victory over the Cleveland Browns, where he was replaced by Fred Johnson for the final 13 snaps of the game. Johnson is now expected to step into the starting role for Mailata during his absence.
In addition to Mailata, the Eagles will also be without tight end Dallas Goedert and defensive tackle Byron Young, both of whom are dealing with hamstring injuries as well. Goedert, who has 24 catches for 301 yards so far this season, is an important part of the Eagles’ passing attack. His absence leaves a gap in the offense that tight end Grant Calcaterra will look to fill after a solid performance last week, where he recorded four catches for 67 yards.
The Eagles also face concerns in their secondary, with cornerbacks Darius Slay and Eli Ricks both listed as questionable for the upcoming game against the New York Giants due to knee and groin injuries, respectively. The team is hoping that despite these injuries, they can continue to maintain their momentum as they navigate the next few games without key players.
Mailata’s injury is a setback, but it also raises questions about his long-term health, especially considering his physical playing style. While there has been no official statement regarding retirement, speculation about his future has emerged given the serious nature of his injury. The Eagles will be closely monitoring his recovery, while hoping to remain competitive in his absence.
