Jalen Carter powers Philadelphia defensive front over two-week stretch

He anchors the unit with Jalen Hurts out for Week 6.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 58m1 min read

Lot of moving parts in Philly, but one certainty over the last two weeks: Jalen Carter looks dominant. Via @JFowlerESPN on X

What happened: ESPN's Jeremy Fowler highlighted Jalen Carter's dominant play across the past two weeks amid broader roster movement in Philadelphia. The surge follows an offseason in which Carter became the NFL's highest-paid defensive tackle.

Why it matters: Philadelphia enters its Week 6 contest navigating lineup adjustments after quarterback Jalen Hurts was ruled out Friday with a blood clot. Consistent interior pressure from the 2023 ninth-overall pick out of Georgia gives the Eagles stability on defense while the offense adjusts.

By the numbers: Carter recorded 2 sacks and 2 forced fumbles in the first half on Oct. 11, 2026.

What to watch: Carter leads the Philadelphia defensive line through the remainder of the Week 6 schedule.

Sources

@JFowlerESPN 2026-10-18T18:43:46.593291+00:00

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