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NFL·INJURY·October 30, 2026 04:11 PM ET

Eagles clear Saquon Barkley for Week 8; DeVonta Smith ruled out

The 2-5 Eagles have lost five consecutive games.

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Why it matters: Barkley's return stabilizes the Philadelphia offense as the team seeks to break a five-game slide and correct a 2-5 start. With Smith, Wicks, and Covey sidelined, Philadelphia enters the divisional matchup with severe depth constraints across its wide receiver rotation. Cornerback Jakorian Bennett remains questionable due to a knee issue.

By the numbers: Philadelphia sits at 2-5 (15th seed) after five consecutive losses, including a 38-21 defeat against Dallas where Barkley posted 62 yards and a touchdown on seven carries. Washington enters Sunday night at 1-4-1 (16th seed) following a 23-17 loss to San Francisco.

What to watch: The Eagles travel to face the Commanders on Sunday night, with final active statuses confirmed 90 minutes before kickoff.

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