Jackson suffered the injury Tuesday when he made a leaping catch, but landed on his back. He was down for a spell, but did return. Was having a solid camp after moving from QB to TE just 8 months ago. https://t.co/YWz8HVPBr5
— Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) August 18, 2021
Tyree Jackson will miss 8-10 weeks with a back injury that won’t require surgery according to Jeff McLane of The Inquirer.
In Philadelphia’s preseason opener against the Steelers, Jackson logged 20 snaps on offense and two on special teams, catching two passes for 32 yards in the final two minutes of the first half.
Here are three takeaways from the news.